Global Inventory Leader — Offshore Assets & Optimization

Noble Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Noble Drilling in Houston seeks a Senior Inventory Manager to lead a world‑class program for 33+ drill ships globally. You will manage a multinational team across operations, finance, supply chain, and engineering to optimize inventory and asset repair lifecycle.

Responsibilities include developing policies, forecasting demand, optimizing stock, and measuring KPIs such as turns and service levels. Travel to regional offices and rigs is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 10+ years in oil and gas or heavy industrial sectors.
• Progressive experience in inventory management and ERP customization.
• Experience with cycle counting, asset repair programs, and cost control.
• Strong communication and leadership in multinational environments.
• Active professional membership (APICS/ASCM) valued.

Responsibilities

• Build and mentor a global inventory management team.
• Define and monitor ERP workflows for requisitioning, receiving, issuing, and reconciliation.
• Lead Asset Repair Program governance across equipment lifecycle.
• Develop KPI dashboards covering service levels, turns, and costs.

Skills

ERP systems

Stochastic modeling

Inventory optimization

Leadership

Forecasting

KPI management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

MBA or MS preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Noble Drilling in Houston seeks a Senior Inventory Manager to lead a world‑class program for 33+ drill ships globally. You will manage a multinational team across operations, finance, supply chain, and engineering to optimize inventory and asset repair lifecycle.

Responsibilities include developing policies, forecasting demand, optimizing stock, and measuring KPIs such as turns and service levels. Travel to regional offices and rigs is required.