Procurement Category Specialist

ChampionX • Sugar Land, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

ChampionX has an immediate need for a Procurement Category Specialist located in Sugar Land, TX . This is an excellent opportunity to join a global, growing organization within our procurement team. We are seeking a driven professional who is passionate about supply chain, strategic sourcing, and continuous improvement. What’s in it For You: Access to best-in-class tools, systems, and continuous learning opportunities Opportunity to grow your career within a global procurement and supply chain organization A company culture that prioritizes safety, sustainability, and innovation Exposure to cross-functional teams and global sourcing strategies Comprehensive benefits starting day one, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain planning (materials/chemicals preferred)
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Results-driven mindset with strong initiative
• Experience working in cross-functional or matrix organizations
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Familiarity with procurement systems and tools (SAP, Power BI, etc.)

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to category management and supplier negotiations
• Experience in global procurement environments
• Strong business and financial acumen
• Participation in strategic and cross-functional projects
• Clear career progression path within procurement and supply chain leadership

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management Support and execute sourcing initiatives across assigned spend categories using Total Delivered Cost (TDC) methodologies
• Partner with Category and Country Leads to develop and execute RFIs/RFPs, analyze supplier proposals, and provide recommendations
• Assist in supplier negotiations and category strategy development
• Identify and qualify alternative suppliers in collaboration with supply chain, quality, and RDE teams
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to drive sourcing success
• Procurement Operations Manage vendor onboarding and supplier setup processes
• Maintain Outline Agreements, including pricing updates and quota management
• Execute daily procurement activities such as material expedites, invoice reconciliation, and supplier communications
• Support procurement for new product introductions and integration activities
• Ensure efficient execution of the Source-to-Pay process
• Analytics, Reporting & Systems Track and manage savings initiatives, including pipeline development and validation
• Utilize tools such as Power BI or similar platforms to support reporting and decision-making
• Develop understanding of procurement systems and their integration with business functions
• Supply Continuity, Risk & Compliance Investigate and resolve supply disruptions, constraints, and quality issues
• Communicate risks and mitigation plans to internal stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, KPIs, and regulatory requirements
• Support risk identification and management within procurement processes
• Process Improvement & Projects Evaluate supplier performance and implement improvement initiatives
• Support or lead cross-functional procurement and supply chain projects
• Drive process and system improvements to enhance efficiency
• Participate in global standardization initiatives

Benefits

• Access to best-in-class tools, systems, and continuous learning opportunities
• Opportunity to grow your career within a global procurement and supply chain organization
• A company culture that prioritizes safety, sustainability, and innovation
• Exposure to cross-functional teams and global sourcing strategies
• Comprehensive benefits starting day one, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees