Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Engineering, Procurement, or related field.
5-7 years of experience in sourcing and procurement of precision-machined components.
Proven expertise in machining and manufacturing complex, high-precision components, ideally for oil and gas applications.
Strong ability to interpret mechanical engineering drawings and GD&T specifications.
Familiarity with machining methods such as turning, milling, and EDM.
Experience in estimating manufacturing costs and evaluating supplier quotations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
Direct Technology Engineering team on supply chain concepts and enforce plans to secure supply.
Oversee Product Lifecycle Management Program manufacturing sign-off with Supply Chain Manager.
Monitor NPD sourcing projects for timely completion and guaranteed supply.
Lead the bidding process to minimize risk and maximize value.
Evaluate and select suppliers in collaboration with Supplier Quality teams.
Negotiate prices and terms with suppliers to meet objectives.
Build strong relationships with internal customers to achieve goals.
Benefits
Opportunity to work on innovative projects in a dynamic environment.
Collaborative work culture with cross-functional teams.
Professional development and training opportunities.
Access to advanced technologies and methodologies.
Potential for career advancement within the organization.
Full Job Description
The Design for Supply Chain is responsible for managing the supply chain of a product during the New Product Development (NPD) and Rapid Response Product Development processes, including the establishment of reliable, stable and LEAN supply chain processes for subsequent production units. The Design for Supply Chain serves as the key interface between the Technology organization and Supply Chain.
Direct the Technology Engineering team on supply chain concepts. Enforce plans that secure supply and minimize disruptions, from the concept phase of new designs through feasibility, development and commercialization, in accordance with Category Sourcing Strategies.
With the Supply Chain Manager, be responsible for Product Lifecycle Management Program manufacturing sign-off.
Monitor assigned NPD sourcing projects to ensure on-time completion and guaranteed supply.
Lead the request for information, quotation and proposal and bidding processes, minimizing risk and maximizing value in terms of quality, delivery and total cost of ownership.
Lead supplier evaluation and selection processes, in coordination with Supplier Quality teams and Supplier Managers.
Negotiate prices and terms with suppliers to meet quality, delivery and cost objectives.
Lead the contracting process with suppliers in coordination with Supply Chain Contract Specialists and other stakeholders.
Build strong relationships with internal customers to meet objectives.
Implement actions to continuously reduce wasted time, money and resources.
Comply with Schlumberger and local procedures applicable to the job function.
Experience & Exposures
Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Engineering, Procurement or related technical discipline.
Experience with sourcing and procurement of precision-machined mechanical components.
Experience with machining and manufacturing of complex, high-precision components, preferably for Logging While Drilling (LWD), downhole Oil & Gas equipment or similar demanding applications.
Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings, manufacturing specifications and GD&T.
Working knowledge of machining methods including turning, milling, drilling, electric discharge machining (EDM) and other processes associated with complex precision-machined components.
Working knowledge of machine-shop operations, manufacturing workflows, inspection requirements and outsourced special processes.
Experience estimating manufacturing cost based on raw materials, machining operations, labor, tooling, inspection and third-party services.
Experience evaluating supplier quotations and identifying technical and commercial cost drivers.
Experience with Design for Manufacturing (DfM), Design to Cost, Value Engineering or similar methodologies.
Experience working with machine shops and manufacturing suppliers, including technical discussions, capability assessments and supplier development.
Experience supporting supplier negotiations using fact-based manufacturing and cost analysis.
Strong analytical, problem-solving and commercial decision-making skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly present technical findings, cost assessments and recommendations to both technical and commercial audiences.
Ability to collaborate effectively across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Project Management and external
