Logistics Specialist

Baker Hughes Company; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Hughes is seeking a Logistics Specialist – SSPS to coordinate the movement of critical equipment across global supply chains. Based in Aberdeen, Newcastle upon Tyne, or Nailsea, you will work across air, ocean, road and courier networks to ensure shipments arrive on time and in line with customer and project requirements.

You will manage end-to-end shipment execution, monitor milestones, and collaborate with freight forwarders, carriers, and internal teams to optimize performance,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics or supply chain or related field.
• Experience in freight forwarding, transportation, or project logistics.
• Knowledge of Incoterms and shipping documentation.
• Proficient ERP and MS Excel with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate domestic and international shipments across air, ocean, road, and courier.
• Manage end-to-end shipment execution from booking to delivery.
• Monitor milestones and address delivery risks.
• Expedite critical shipments to meet commitments.
• Collaborate with freight forwarders, carriers, and logistics providers.
• Prepare shipping documents and provide shipment visibility.
• Support cost tracking and logistics reporting.
• Work with cross-functional teams to improve processes.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Logistics Specialist – SSPS

Logistics Specialist – SSPS Would you enjoy coordinating the movement of critical equipment across global supply chains? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced logistics environment where no two days are the same? Partner with the best Baker Hughes is a global energy technology company serving energy and industrial customers in more than 120 countries. Built on over a century of innovation, the company provides advanced products, services, and digital solutions that support efficient, safe, and lower‑carbon energy operations. Its portfolio spans oilfield services and equipment, turbomachinery, industrial technologies, and emerging energy transition solutions such as hydrogen, carbon capture, and emissions management. Baker Hughes continues to help customers meet the world’s evolving energy needs through technology leadership, operational excellence, and a strong commitment to sustainability. Fuel Your Passion At Baker Hughes, we are transforming the future of energy through innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence. Our Surface Pressure Systems team is looking for a Logistics Specialist to support the safe, compliant, and efficient movement of materials, equipment, and project cargo across domestic and international supply chains. In this role, you will coordinate transportation activities across air, ocean, road, courier, and specialist project logistics networks, ensuring shipments are delivered on time and in line with customer, project, and business requirements. Working closely with Manufacturing, Sourcing, Engineering, Project Management, Freight Forwarders, and Logistics Service Providers, you will help ensure the successful delivery of critical equipment supporting global operations.

Locations: Can be based in either Newcastle upon Tyne, Aberdeen or Nailsea

Partner with the Best As a Logistics Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting transportation activities, shipment visibility, logistics compliance, and project delivery across a global supply chain environment.

As a Logistics Specialist, you will be responsible for:

• Coordinating domestic and international shipments across air, ocean, road, courier, and multimodal transportation networks.
• Managing end‑to‑end shipment execution, from booking through to final delivery.
• Monitoring transportation milestones and proactively addressing potential delivery risks.
• Expediting critical shipments to support customer commitments and project requirements.
• Collaborating with freight forwarders, carriers, customs brokers, and logistics providers to ensure successful shipment execution.
• Supporting the movement of project cargo, including out‑of‑gauge, breakbulk, heavy lift, charter, and time‑critical shipments.
• Preparing and reviewing shipping documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, air waybills, shipping instructions, and export documentation.
• Providing logistics visibility, shipment tracking updates, and transportation status reporting to key stakeholders.
• Supporting transportation cost tracking, logistics performance reporting, and freight forecasting activities.
• Building collaborative relationships with Manufacturing, Sourcing, Engineering, Project Management, Commercial teams, and external logistics partners.
• Contributing to process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, compliance, service performance, and cost management.
• Ensuring all logistics activities are conducted safely and in compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Hold a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or equivalent logistics and supply chain experience.
• Have worked within freight forwarding, transportation, logistics operations or project logistics.
• Confident in your knowledge of international transportation modes, including air, ocean, road and courier freight.
• Experience working with freight forwarders, carriers, and logistics service providers.
• Understanding of Incoterms and international shipping documentation requirements.
• Proficient in organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience using ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar business platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Coordinate multiple shipments while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Identify transportation risks and implement appropriate mitigation actions.
• Work effectively across cross‑functional and geographically diverse teams.
• Communicate clearly with internal stakeholders, customers, and logistics partners.
• Support operational priorities in a dynamic and fast‑moving environment.

Preferred Experience

• Project logistics and international mobilisation activities.
• Out‑of‑gauge (OOG), breakbulk, heavy lift or specialised transportation experience.
• Chartering, vessel logistics, or project cargo exposure.
• Oil & Gas, Energy, Manufacturing, or Industrial sector experience.
• Customs processes and international trade compliance knowledge.
• Supporting time‑critical deliveries and complex customer commitments.

Work in a Way That Works for You

We recognise that everyone is different and that the way people work and learn varies. We are committed to supporting flexible working patterns where possible and encouraging an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Working with Us

Our people are at the heart of what we do. At Baker Hughes, we invest in the development of our workforce, foster a culture of collaboration and innovation, and create opportunities for people to grow their careers while helping solve the world's energy challenges.

About Us

With operations in over 120 countries, Baker Hughes is a leading energy technology company delivering solutions that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient for people and the planet. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy.

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Logistics Professional - Logistics At Baker Hughes, we are transforming the future of energy. With operations in over 120 countries, we are developing and deploying industry‑leading technologies and services to take energy forward. For more than a century, our inventions have revolutionized energy. Today, we are bringing our expertise to make oil and gas safer, cleaner, and more efficient. Our people are the trusted experts, relied on to solve customer challenges big and small. 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.

We believe in creating an environment of diversity and inclusion, without bias. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged, and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We're makers, inventors, and leaders who aren't afraid of the tough challenges. We believe pushing boundaries will help to lead the way for a new energy future.