Commodity Lead

Baker Hughes; Ashby-de-la-Zouch; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology company is seeking a Commodity Lead based in Ashby-de-la-Zouch. In this role, you will lead sourcing activities, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost optimization strategies. The ideal candidate will have a business degree, MCIPS accreditation, and robust experience in sourcing or commodity management. The position supports hybrid working, allowing for flexibility in your work schedule, fostering both performance and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in sourcing or commodity management.
• MCIPS accreditation or working towards it.
• Ability to build relationships with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing activities within defined categories and projects.
• Manage assigned spend categories and execute sourcing strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align procurement strategies.

Skills

Sourcing experience

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

MCIPS accreditation (or working towards)

Job description

CommodityLead

Join our team!

Baker Hughes is a global leader in energy technology, transforming the energy landscape through our cutting-edge solutions and market-leading business segments. With over a century of expertise and operations in more than 120 countries, we are driving the future of energy—making it safer, cleaner, and more efficient for people and the planet.

Our Industry & Energy Technology (IET) team provides industry-leading products and services that optimize the extraction, production, and processing of energy. We help a diverse range of customers across the value chain to reduce operating costs and improve productivity. Our team plays an integral role by helping the business plan for the future.

Partner the best

As a Category Buyer, you will lead sourcing activities within defined categories and projects, driving supplier performance and cost optimization. You will support strategic initiatives and ensure alignment with category plans and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Category Management: Own and manage assigned spend categories, developing and executing sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Supplier Selection & Contracting: Lead supplier selection processes, negotiate commercial terms, and manage contract creation, execution, and compliance.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs, align procurement strategies, and ensure category plans support operational goals.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring performance, innovation, and value delivery.
• Performance Monitoring: Conduct quarterly business reviews with strategic suppliers to assess performance, address issues, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Market Intelligence: Monitor market trends, risks, and opportunities to inform sourcing decisions and ensure competitiveness.
• Cost Management: Drive cost savings and value creation initiatives through effective negotiation and supplier collaboration.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies and external regulations, managing risks within the supply base.

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role, you should have

• Bachelor’s degree in Business.
• MCIPS accreditation or working towards.
• Strong experience in sourcing or commodity management.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Travel

Travel both domestically and internationally may be required.

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 hybrid working with flexibility of two days per week working from home while meeting the needs of the business.

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.