Disclaimer: SLB completed the acquisition of ChampionX on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration.

ChampionX (SLB) has an immediate need for a Supply Chain Specialist located in Crowley, TX. This is your opportunity to join a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.

What’s in it For You:

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth

• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

• Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and empowers its employees through continuous improvement

• Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) company matching and more

What You Will Do:

Procurement

• Source, purchase, and expedite materials, components, and services to support production and operational needs.

• Manage purchase orders from creation through delivery, ensuring accuracy of pricing, quantities, and terms.

• Monitor supplier performance, resolve delivery issues, and escalate concerns when required.

• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and supply agreements to drive cost savings and ensure supply reliability.

• Identify and qualify new suppliers as needed.

Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain production plans and material requirements using MRP or ERP systems.

• Review and adjust planning parameters (lead times, safety stock, reorder points) to optimize inventory availability and turnover.

• Analyze demand forecasts and production schedules to determine material needs.

• Coordinate with operations and warehouse teams to resolve material shortages or production constraints.

Inventory Management

• Maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolescence.

• Conduct root-cause analysis on inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.

• Track KPIs such as on-time delivery, inventory turns, and supplier performance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with engineering on new product introductions, material changes, and obsolescence planning.

• Partner with finance to ensure cost accuracy, budget adherence, and forecasting alignment.

• Provide clear communication to internal teams regarding material status, risks, and mitigation plans.

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Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Drug and alcohol test

• Criminal background check

• Education and certification check

Minimum Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.

• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and process improvement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience in a buyer, planner, or combined supply chain role preferred.

• Experience working within an ERP/MRP system (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, etc.) preferred.

• Industry experience in manufacturing, industrial equipment, or operations-based environments is an asset.

Position Details:

• Office-based with regular interaction across supply chain, operations, and vendor contacts.

• This position follows a Monday–Friday schedule and requires availability beyond 40 hours per week to support multiple hub locations and maintain established relationships with international suppliers.

• After completion of the training phase, the role is eligible for one work-from-home day per week.

• Occasional travel for supplier visits may be required.

Physical Demands:  

• Role is deemed safety-sensitive and may be subject to employer or customer drug testing.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

• The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.

About Us:

ChampionX is now part of SLB, a global technology company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. As innovators, that’s been our mission for nearly a century.

We are a technology company that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. As innovators, that’s been our mission for nearly a century. Today, we face a global imperative to create a future with more energy, but less carbon. Our diverse, innovative change makers are focused on going further in innovation and inventing the new energy technologies we need to get there.

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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

We believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.