The posting
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.
We are looking for an Associate Procurement Representative to join our team and be part of our digital transformation journey. This is your opportunity to join a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.
This role is expected to partner closely with our global and regional procurement teams, Global Finance Shared Service Center, and department buyers for Source to Pay activities, including but not limited to vendor onboarding, material pricing, purchase requisition to purchase order conversion, managing invoice disputes, and serving as a subject matter expert in processes, systems, or compliance.
The Associate Procurement Representative will also be actively engaged in testing and executing the future Source to Pay process environment, collaborating with suppliers to create punch-out or hosted catalogs, converting purchase requisitions (PRs) to purchase orders (POs) for materials and services not covered by catalogs, and training end users on current and future procurement processes.
If you are a passionate professional who enjoys working in an autonomous, hands-on environment, we invite you to apply.
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 has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world.
- Access to multiple knowledge-sharing platforms to enhance collaboration and engagement.
- Competitive base salary and benefits.
What You Will Do:
- Set up and maintain outline agreements globally in line with the requirements of the sourcing team.
- Develop a clear understanding of the broad range of Source to Pay business processes and systems, including their relationships to other functional areas.
- Investigate, resolve, and release blocked invoices within service-level agreements (SLAs) to ensure prompt payment to suppliers.
- Apply appropriate data cleansing tools to review and audit procurement data, research potential duplicate records, and maintain vendor master data according to established standards.
- Utilize appropriate application tools and available resources to manage workload and complete assigned duties, ensuring commitments are delivered on time.
- Assist in the resolution of supplier issues and work with all functions to resolve billing discrepancies, shipment conditions, accuracy concerns, and related issues.
- Apply knowledge of processes and related systems to identify, assess, and resolve issues and problems.
- Complete and monitor reports, including compliance monitoring and invoice dispute resolutions.
- Develop and execute action plans, take appropriate action to correct errors, and implement changes to prevent errors from recurring.
- Participate in special projects as directed, including automation and process improvement initiatives.
- Document process workflows and procedures.
- Identify systemic issues and recommend process improvements, integrating updates to procurement requirements into department processes.
- Work with key stakeholders, including Legal, Compliance, Finance, IT, and Digital Teams, to design, build, transform, and operationalize solutions supported by emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotic Process Automation (RPA), and Source to Pay platforms.
- Assist stakeholders throughout the Procure to Pay process, including purchase requisition and purchase order creation, issue resolution, and other matters arising during the process.
- Understand risks and controls within the area of expertise and manage compliance-related procurement business processes, including internal and external SOX or ISO audits.
- Collaborate with suppliers to establish punch-out or hosted catalogs and support procurement activities for materials and services not covered by catalogs.
- Support testing and execution of current and future Source to Pay processes and provide training to end users on procurement systems and procedures.
- Execute department procedures and identify opportunities to automate transactional activities.
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies, process trends, and methodologies to identify innovative solutions that improve productivity, workflow, efficiency, and effectiveness.
Position Details:
- Position Title: Associate Procurement Representative
- Department: Procurement / Source to Pay
- Work Location: Sugar Land, TX
Minimum Qualifications:
- 3 years of professional experience in procurement or accounts payable.
- Knowledge of standard purchasing practices and procedures.
- Advanced knowledge of SAP S/4HANA and the Materials Management (MM) module.
- Advanced knowledge of Source to Pay portals and procurement systems.
- Experience with Procure to Pay processes and continuous improvement.
- Strong experience using SAP in a procurement or shared services environment.
- Advanced problem-solving skills within data and systems, including the ability to correct errors and implement process changes to prevent recurring issues.
- Experience identifying and implementing procurement operational and process efficiencies.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, working knowledge of Power BI, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to use data and metrics to support decisions.
- Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from suppliers and internal customers.
- Experience managing and delivering multiple projects, tasks, and initiatives simultaneously.
- Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment with strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across multifunctional teams in global locations.
- Demonstrated integrity and the ability to build trust and respect with stakeholders.
- Ability to act as a key facilitator and bridge between business stakeholders and IT/Digital Teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Experience with Source to Pay platforms such as GEP or SAP Ariba.
- Experience supporting procurement digital transformation, automation, and emerging technologies, including AI and RPA.
- Experience supporting internal or external SOX or ISO audits.
- Experience developing and documenting procurement process workflows and procedures.
- Experience training end users on procurement processes, systems, and technology.
- Experience supporting supplier onboarding, vendor master data management, and procurement catalog development.
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 unlock access to energy for the benefit of all while advancing a future with more energy and less carbon. Our diverse and forward-thinking teams are committed to developing the technologies needed to power the future responsibly.
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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.
