Sourcing Specialist Lead

6 days ago

Houston, TX, United States Weatherford Full time

Role Summary

Lead the sourcing strategy for metal components and steel category across the Western Hemisphere (NAM-LAM) , with a primary focus on the U.S.

The role is responsible for developing suppliers , optimizing cost , and mitigating risks , while ensuring high quality , compliance , and on-time supply to support manufacturing locations .

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute category strategies for machining, forgings, castings, and raw metals (carbon steel, stainless, nickel alloys, etc.).

  • Drive supplier rationalization and development in best-cost countries.

  • Lead negotiations , cost reduction projects , and long-term supplier agreements .

  • Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to qualify new suppliers and support product transfers (FAI, PPAP, etc.).

  • Build strong relationships with strategic suppliers , ensuring capacity, quality, and delivery performance.

  • Analyze cost structures, total cost of ownership (TCO) , and market trends (raw material indexes, tariffs, freight).

  • Support make-vs-buy and outsourcing decisions through full TCO and value chain analysis .

  • Drive compliance with HSE, ethics, and supplier quality standards .

  • Ensure supplier adherence to industry quality and documentation standards , including API, ISO 9001 , and customer-specific requirements.

Experience & Qualifications

  • 10+ years of sourcing or supply chain experience in Oil & Gas / Energy / Industrial manufacturing , with a strong focus on machined and fabricated components .

  • Proven experience managing global supplier bases across regions (U.S., EU, Middle East, India, China, SE Asia).

  • Strong understanding of machining, metal forming, heat treatment, coatings, and welding processes .

  • Solid knowledge of industry quality standards (e.g., API, ISO 9001, AS9100 ) and supplier quality systems.

  • Skilled in commercial negotiations, cost breakdowns, and TCO analysis .

  • Experience with FAI , PPAP , supplier audits , and qualification processes .

  • Comfortable working in cross-functional and multicultural teams .

  • Proficient in ERP systems (Oracle / JDE preferred).

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field ( MBA preferred ).

  • Ability to travel up to 25% annually

Key Skills

  • Strong spend analysis and cost modeling skills - able to interpret complex cost drivers, build "should-cost" and TCO models , and identify savings opportunities.

  • Advanced Excel user - skilled in pivot tables, lookups, dashboards, and data visualization for sourcing analytics and supplier performance tracking.

  • Strategic sourcing and supplier management (metals, machining, forgings, and fabrications).

  • Strong understanding of supplier quality assurance , including FAI , PPAP , and MTR (Material Test Reports) .

  • Commercial negotiation and supplier development expertise.

  • Project management and cross-functional collaboration .

  • Data-driven decision-making and clear presentation of insights to leadership.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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