Materials Specialist

Schlumberger Limited; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Job summary

Schlumberger Limited is seeking a Materials Specialist to execute warehouse activities, ensure inventory accuracy, and support stock replenishment. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and adherence to company standards. You will input data into the Warehouse Management System and collaborate across functions to optimize material flow.

Candidates should have ERP experience (SAP), strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently while communicating effectively in English. U.S.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in warehouse operations and ERP systems.
• Clear understanding of inventory control and stock replenishment processes.
• Experience with cycle counts, discrepancies, and data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Execute warehouse processes (reception, issuance, counting, junking).
• Maintain Warehouse Management System data accuracy and documentation.
• Support lean initiatives (5S, Kanban) to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely material flow and accuracy.
• Monitor aging/DSOH indicators and implement local strategies to reduce excess stock.

Skills

SAP

Excel

Warehouse mgmt

Lean tools

5S

Kitting

Kanban

Cycle count

Stock replenishment

Inventory control

Problem solving

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

English fluency

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Materials Specialist is responsible to execute warehouse activities within the assigned Division/location. They ensure adherence to company standards, applying good housekeeping practices, with a strong focus on safety and efficiency, ensuring goods are received, stored and issued to internal and external customers in a timely manner. They maintain inventory accuracy, both physically and in the warehouse management system and provide support on planning and stock replenishment activities.

• Ensure compliance with established procedures and company standards to maintain effective control over the physical product flow and storage for the warehouse and other inventory areas.
• Support operations by either supervising or directly executing warehouse processes (reception, issuance, counting, junking, etc.).
• Implement required documentation and labelling per company standards and local requirements.
• Maintain timely input to the Warehouse Management System and ensure accurate stock transaction records.
• Proactively monitor and implement local strategies to reduce excess and ageing stock (specifically aim for a reduction of DSOH and slow-moving indicators) for the assigned Divisions.
• Execute cycle count and periodical physical counts: plan creation/posting of adjustments/root cause and reporting per global procedure.
• Perform periodic reviews of the exception reports in order to maintain data integrity in the Warehouse Management System, including but not limited to discrepancies between systems, unit price, aged open/failed/pending for approval/unmatched transactions, and inactive parts.
• Promote, execute, and follow-up internal field material transfers, until final closure, ensuring quality controls are carried out and are compliant with the Division quality standards.
• Aim for continuous improvement and regular use of Lean tools such as 5S exercise to improve WH efficiency and reduce waste. Implement, as applicable, advanced techniques (e.g., Kitting, Kanban) to improve local materials management efficiency.
• Conduct periodic self‑assessments and audits as dictated by the Schlumberger global processes.
• ERP experience preferred especially SAP
• Microsoft Experience: 3 years with strong background in Excel
• Excellent problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently
• Effective collaborator across cross‑functional teams.
• Able to clearly articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

ALL APPLICANTS FOR U.S. ROLES MUST CAREFULLY READ ALL THE SUPPLEMENTAL U.S. SPECIFIC INFORMATION LISTED BELOW.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY & VETERANS

Company policy is to provide every individual a fair and equal opportunity to seek employment and advancement at the Company without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, veteran or military status, disability, creed, ancestry, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status or any factors protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We are an "Equal Opportunity Employer".

For more information please, refer to the latest version of "Know Your Rights" poster and the "Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster" located here: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters.

The Company is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

The Company will endeavour to make a reasonable accommodation / modification to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability to assist in the hiring process, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.

If you believe you require such assistance to complete the application or to participate in the interview process, please contact [e-mail] to request assistance.

Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

AUTHORIZATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

Pursuant to the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all applicants who are offered and accept employment must produce documents establishing their identity and authorization for employment in the United States.

These documents must be produced no later than seventy-two (72) hours after employment commences.

In addition, all applicants who are offered and accept employment will be required to verify their employment authorization under oath by signing a USCIS Form I-9.

SLB is an E-Verify employer.

Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.

Insurance

• Health, vision, and dental insurance for you and your dependents available from day one.

Learning Opportunities

• Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.

Diverse and Inclusive

• Our exceptional and diverse people are the pulse and spirit of who we are. Every day, you will enrich your knowledge in an environment where differences in thought, creativity and experiences are embraced.

About Us

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.

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.

SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation / modification to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability to assist in the hiring process, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in the interview process, please contact [e-mail] to request assistance. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

SLB is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor- priority referral Protected Veterans requested.

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