DCN Sourcing Specialist
SLBUnited States, Houston Apply Now Join SLB New Energy & Industrial and help power a more balanced energy future. Within NEI, our Data Center Infrastructure Solutions team is transforming how data centers are built—delivering modular, scalable solutions that accelerate deployment, reduce risk, and support the rapid growth of AI and cloud technologies. Sourcing Specialist is responsible for implementing sourcing plans and tactics to effectively manage the sourcing activities related to their assigned portfolio to maximize supplier performance (cost, quality, lead time) and support the business plan. Job Duties/Responsibilities: Implement sourcing plans with the goal of assuring specified quality, meeting required delivery times, and minimizing cost. Document the performance of action plans and timelines for assigned sourcing projects. Conduct requests for information, quotation, information, proposal (RFI/Q/P) and bidding processes, minimizing risk and maximizing value in terms of quality, delivery and cost. Develop, communicate and implement medium- and long-term sourcing strategies with the goal of assuring quality and delivery performance while minimizing total cost of ownership. Perform upstream market analysis such as key characteristics and trends for the related commodities Assess risks and identify mitigation plans related to the category portfolio. Evaluate current and prospective suppliers through supplier reviews, site visits and audits, in coordination with Supplier Quality teams, to assure supply capabilities, on-time delivery, quality and service. Negotiate prices and terms with suppliers to meet specified quality, delivery and cost objectives. Execute contract negotiation and development in coordination with Sourcing Manager and Contract Specialists. Drive the parts and process qualification in coordination with Supplier Quality teams. Work closely with Sourcing Manager or Sourcing Leader to guarantee supply for portfolios. Identify opportunities and implement actions to continually reduce wasted time, money, and resources from assigned tasks. Key internal interactions include sourcing manager, product quality, manufacturing engineering, design / product engineer Comply with Schlumberger and local procedures applicable to the job function. Qualifications, Education and Competencies: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering Supply chain experience is preferred Proficient in the use of Microsoft office tools, Knowledge of common practice AI tools is a plus Team player, Change agent, ability to learn quickly and translate learning into practical solutions, demonstrated commitment to making and communicating a culture of positive change throughout the supply chain organization. Exhibit problem solving skills Working knowledge of ERP Systems (E.g. SAP preferred). #LI-ER1 . ALL APPLICANTS FOR U.S. ROLES MUST CAREFULLY READ ALL THE SUPPLEMENTAL U.S. SPECIFIC INFORMATION LISTED BELOW. SLB is committed to a culture where everyone feels like they belong. To learn more about our diversity, equity, and inclusion commitments, please visit our Diversity & Inclusion | SLB (slb.com) page for more information. When certifying your application, you are also certifying on reading and understanding all of the below supplemental information. For purposes of the application and the below information, Company shall be defined to mean SLB. Please note that the below supplemental information and the employment application are NOT a contract. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY & VETERANS Company policy is to provide every individual a fair and equal opportunity to seek employment and advancement at the Company without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, veteran or military status, disability, creed, ancestry, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status or any factors protected b…