Strategic Supplier Development Lead

Schlumberger; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Schlumberger seeks a Senior Manager to lead supplier development for data center infrastructure and power systems, partnering with strategic suppliers to expand capacity through capital investments and workforce upskilling. You will translate complex technical requirements into scalable fabrication processes and drive certifications.

The role requires collaboration with engineering and quality teams, driving continuous improvement, and biweekly risk reporting to stakeholders to accelerate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively across many stakeholders within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Build and execute supplier development roadmaps to scale up critical suppliers for data center infrastructure and power systems.
• Expand production capacity by guiding investments in machinery, skilled labor, and expanded floor space.
• Conduct on-site shop audits to evaluate fabrication, welding, assembly workflows, and safety adherence.
• Enforce quality and certifications by guiding vendors through industry standards and audit checklists.
• Coordinate with engineering and quality as the main link to clarify drawings, resolve design issues, and implement change orders.
• Direct FOAK/SOAK prototype development and obtain technical sign-off with engineering and quality teams.
• Drive continuous improvement by applying Lean and problem-solving tools to reduce waste and defects.
• Monitor performance and delivery risks with biweekly status updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Supplier development

Manufacturing experience

Cross-functional communication

Technical drawings

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

Schlumberger seeks a Senior Manager to lead supplier development for data center infrastructure and power systems, partnering with strategic suppliers to expand capacity through capital investments and workforce upskilling. You will translate complex technical requirements into scalable fabrication processes and drive certifications.

The role requires collaboration with engineering and quality teams, driving continuous improvement, and biweekly risk reporting to stakeholders to accelerate