Job Details

Job Description

NOV's ReedHycalog division is seeking a forward-thinking Vice President of Supply Chain to lead and optimize its global operations. This role is responsible for setting and executing supply chain strategy across all product lines, with a strong focus on supplier performance, sourcing, procurement, logistics, and end-to-end process optimization. The ideal candidate will drive operational excellence by leading a high-performing, cross-functional team and fostering strategic supplier partnerships that deliver cost-effective, resilient, and innovative solutions. A key focus of this role is to elevate supplier collaboration as a competitive advantage-ensuring quality, reliability, and value across the global supply base. The VP will play a critical role in aligning supply chain practices with NOV's corporate growth and transformation goals, leveraging digital enablement and data-driven decision-making to unlock long-term value and enterprise-wide impact.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership & People Development

• Lead, develop, and coach a high-performing global supply chain team, ensuring alignment across regions and functions.

• Foster a culture of accountability, active communication, continuous improvement, and professional development across the organization.

• Bring together cross-functional and cross-regional teams to build trust, drive alignment, and facilitate enterprise-wide change initiatives.

• Continuously assess and refine department processes, tools, and resource utilization to ensure efficiency, scalability, and alignment with business needs.

• Identify and implement optimization opportunities across procurement, logistics, and materials management to improve performance and reduce cost.

• Develop and drive the sourcing strategy for key materials, products, and services in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

• Lead the execution of sourcing strategies for projects and commodities to meet business objectives on cost, quality, delivery, and risk.

• Oversee global supplier relationships, ensuring alignment with business expectations and continuous improvement in supplier performance (quality, lead time, delivery).

• Conduct regular strategic reviews with suppliers and internal stakeholders to evaluate and enhance supplier value and compliance.

• Partner with engineering, operations, product line management, and finance to align supply chain strategy with product development and operational priorities.

• Collaborate with Enterprise Solutions to implement scalable digital tools that enhance visibility and data-driven decision-making.

• Ensure compliance with NOV's HSE (Health, Safety, Environment) policies and all relevant corporate procedures and regulatory standards.

• Perform other work-related tasks as assigned in support of overall business needs.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related discipline; MBA or advanced certification preferred.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in global supply chain leadership, ideally in industrial or manufacturing environments.

• Ability to travel up to 25%

• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing, global teams.

• Skilled in driving organizational change and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.

• Experience presenting and aligning strategies with executive leadership.

• Commitment to safety, quality, and compliance in all facets of the supply chain.

• Strategic thinking and enterprise-level planning

• Cross-functional leadership and stakeholder influence

• Expertise in strategic sourcing, S2P, and global logistics

• Financial acumen and data-driven decision making

• Change management and transformation leadership

• Continuous improvement mindset

• End-to-End Supply Chain Expertise - Skilled in all major supply chain functions, including forecasting, sourcing, procurement, inventory, logistics, and supplier performance.

• S&OP and Planning Integration - Experienced in leading S&OP to align supply and demand and improve forecast accuracy.

• Supplier Relationship Management - Strong background in building and managing strategic supplier partnerships across global networks.

• Technology and Systems Proficiency - Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., Oracle JD Edwards) and data tools like Power BI and SiSense.

• Process Improvement & Transformation - Proven ability to lead cost-saving, efficiency-focused process improvements.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration - Effective at partnering across functions to align supply chain initiatives with business goals.