Lead sourcing specialist – buying / procurement
driving procurement excellence through strategic sourcing and supplier partnershipsdo you enjoy working in a fast‑paced, procurement‑driven environment?
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baker hughes is a global energy technology company serving the oil and gas sector across more than 120 countries. Our supply chain and procurement organization plays a critical role in enabling business success by ensuring cost‑effective sourcing, supplier reliability, and operational excellence.
By applying robust sourcing strategies and building strong supplier partnerships, the team supports business continuity while optimizing cost, quality, and compliance across the organization.
Fuel your passion
the lead sourcing specialist – buying/procurement manages the end‑to‑end buying process for a defined set of goods, serving as the key interface between suppliers and internal stakeholders. This role applies sourcing policies, ensures compliance with specifications and budgets, and drives effective supplier execution.
Through strong procurement expertise, problem‑solving capabilities, and cross‑functional collaboration, the lead sourcing specialist contributes to operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement within the supply chain.
As a lead sourcing specialist – buying/procurement, you will be responsible for:
managing the buying process for assigned commodities or goods in alignment with sourcing policies and business requirements
creating, placing, and following up on purchase orders (pos) to ensure timely and accurate execution
managing supplier relationships to support po fulfillment, resolve issues, and handle schedule changes
acting as the primary point of contact between suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding specifications, pricing, and delivery commitments
updating and maintaining accurate data within the erp system
advising functional managers and cross‑functional teams on procurement approaches, processes, and best practices
leading communication with colleagues and the business to resolve complex sourcing and supply issues
serving as a project leader for medium‑sized projects or as a key contributor to larger, cross‑functional initiatives
delivering measurable results within defined timelines, typically with work cycles of 3–6 months and impact horizons of 2–12 months
to be successful in this role, you will:
have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college(or a high school diploma/ged with at least 4 years of experience in sourcing)
have a minimum of 3 additional years of experience in buying or procurement
have a strong understanding of sourcing methodologies, procurement processes, and supplier management
be able to manage multiple procurement activities while meeting deadlines and business priorities
desired characteristics
strong oral and written communication skills
well‑developed interpersonal and leadership capabilities
ability to influence others and lead small teams or initiatives
proven experience leading projects of moderate scope and impact
ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
effective problem‑identification and solution skills
strong analytical, organizational, and planning abilities
work in a way that works for you
we recognize that everyone works best in different ways. In this role, we offer flexible working hours, allowing you to balance business needs with personal productivity.
Working with us
our people are at the heart of what we do at baker hughes. We foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, where individuals are empowered to grow, contribute, and bring their authentic selves to work.
Working for you
at baker hughes, we reward those who embrace change and drive results. By joining our team, you can expect:
contemporary work‑life balance policies and wellbeing initiatives
comprehensive private medical care options
life insurance and disability coverage
tailored financial programs
additional elected or voluntary benefits
the baker hughes internal title for this role is: sourcing senior specialist - buying/procurement
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