Sourcing and Supplier Specialist Tempo Inteiro NOVO

The SLB is hiring a Sourcing and Supplier Specialist.

About SLB

We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all.

At SLB, we recognize that our innovation, creativity, and success stem from our differences. We actively recruit people with a diverse range of backgrounds and cultivate a culture of inclusion that unlocks the benefits of our diversity. We want to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging here and we encourage, enable, and empower our people to foster inclusivity, build trust, and demonstrate respect for all across the organization.

Global in outlook, local in practice – and with a united, shared passion for discovering solutions, we hire talented, driven people and support them to succeed, personally and professionally.

Sourcing and Supplier Specialist

The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for managing the sourcing process at a location to deliver optimal product and service costs, along with a high-performing, risk-managed supply base aligned with business requirements. The Supplier Specialist manages a group of local suppliers and serves as the key contact for assigned suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Implement performance objectives with assigned suppliers, including cost reduction, lead time reduction and quality improvement, and monitor progress through a regularly updated supplier scorecard.
• Prepare and lead regular management reviews, using scorecards with main performance indicators, strategic positioning evaluation, three-year business perspectives, and strategic product and market developments.
• Connect with Sourcing, the Procurement and Sourcing (P&S) Center, Product Line and local P&S teams to explain and implement contracts, shortening the ramp up phase.
• Review and consolidate internal demand provided by Product Lines and centers and arbitrate priority issues.
• Manage the implementation of new contracts with suppliers.
• Monitor contract utilization and take corrective action when needed.
• Prepare for and manage negotiations in accordance with company interests.
• Select target tools and products, and conduct total cost of integration analysis, including price, lead time and quality costs.
• Prepare and execute a Supplier Development Plan.
• Lead the supplier risk assessment and ensure regular updates.
• Lead the resolution of supplier queries and conflicts.
• Communicate supplier strategies and key relationship events to the Category, Sourcing, and Supplier Quality teams. Report deviations from plans and take corrective action.
• Onboard suppliers to the Supply Chain Portal, Global Traceability and future business systems.
• Conduct internal and supplier audits.
• Implement actions to continuously reduce waste in terms of time, money and resources.
• Lead incident investigations and remedial work plans.
• Comply with SLB and local procedures applicable to the job function.

Experiences & Exposures

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of solid experience in Supply Chain roles.
• Strong communication skills in both English and Portuguese.
• Proven sourcing and supplier management skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and apply knowledge to practical solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

SLB is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.