Sourcing Specialist - Buying/Procurement

Do you enjoy managing procurement processes and building strong supplier relationships to drive operational success? Are you passionate about implementing sourcing strategies and improving buying efficiency in a global environment? Join our Team! As a Lead Sourcing Specialist - Buying/Procurement, you are managing the end‑to‑end buying process for a defined set of goods. You are applying sourcing policies, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring alignment with specifications and budgets. You are driving procurement execution, resolving issues, and supporting cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless operations. You are contributing to projects, influencing sourcing strategies, and driving improvements in procurement processes within a complex organizational environment. Responsibilities Placing purchase orders and following up on execution with suppliers. Managing supplier relationships and resolving issues related to delivery, quality, and scheduling. Updating ERP systems and ensuring accurate procurement data management. Advising functional managers and cross‑functional teams on sourcing processes and procedures. Communicating with stakeholders to resolve complex procurement challenges. Leading medium‑sized sourcing projects or contributing significantly to larger initiatives. Supporting implementation of sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives. Driving improvements in procurement processes and operational efficiency. Qualifications Have a bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college. Have minimum 3 years of experience in Buying, Procurement, or Sourcing, preferably in Oil & Gas or a similar industrial sector. Have strong oral and written communication skills. Have strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to influence others. Have experience leading initiatives of moderate scope and coordinating multiple projects simultaneously. Have strong problem identification and solution skills. Have strong analytical and organizational capabilities. Work in a Way That Works for You We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns: Working flexible hours Flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive. Benefits Contemporary work‑life balance policies and wellbeing activities Comprehensive private medical care options Safety net of life insurance and disability programs Tailored financial programs Additional selected or voluntary benefits This position requires current work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to provide or continue work authorization sponsorship for this role. You will be eligible to participate in Company‑sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of the plans. This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package. It further includes additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies. The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Sourcing Specialist - Buying/Procurement. Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr