Sourcing Advisor - Buying/Procurement

Baker Hughes; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contemporary work-life balance

Private medical care options

Life insurance and disability programs

Tailored financial programs

Additional benefits

Job summary

Baker Hughes in Singapore seeks an experienced Sourcing Advisor - Buying/Procurement to lead strategic sourcing for subsea control systems. You will coordinate across project teams, clients, and supply chains to select suppliers, negotiate contracts, and optimize total cost of ownership.

The role requires 3–7 years in sourcing or contract management, a bachelor's in a related field, and familiarity with SAP, Oracle, Ariba or Coupa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or related field.
• 3–7 years of sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or contract management experience.
• 3+ years leading sourcing activities within EPC, construction, energy, oil & gas, chemicals, utilities, renewables, or infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with project objectives, budgets, and schedules.
• Support competitive bidding processes including RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, and tender evaluations.
• Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers meeting technical, commercial, and operational requirements.
• Drive total cost of ownership improvements and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, terms, and framework agreements with Product Lines.

Skills

Sourcing strategy

Contract negotiation

Supplier relationship mgmt

Procurement systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Ariba

Coupa

Job description

Do you want to be Sourcing Advisor - Buying/Procurement and shape the next generation of industrial technology?

Are you ready to take the lead in Sourcing Advisor - Buying/Procurement that drives some of the world’s most advanced subsea control systems?

Partner with the best

Baker Hughes stands as a leading global energy‑technology company, delivering innovative solutions that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient across the entire value chain. Operating in more than 120 countries, the company blends deep industrial expertise with advanced engineering and digital technologies to support energy production, transformation, and decarbonization. With over a century of heritage, Baker Hughes partners with customers in oil and gas, industrial sectors, and emerging energy markets to accelerate progress toward a more sustainable energy future.

Fuel your passion

The EPC Sourcing Manager shall be the single point of accountability and coordination for all procurement-related activities between the project team, client and integrated supply chain. They will coordinate the strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiations, and procurement activities for Engineering, Procurement, and Manufacture. The role ensures that project requirements are met through effective supplier selection, risk management, commercial optimization, and stakeholder collaboration.

As a EPC Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with project objectives, budgets, and schedules.

• Support competitive bidding processes including RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, and tender evaluations in addition to Product Lines.

• Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers capable of meeting technical, commercial, and operational requirements where necessary.

• Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) improvements and cost-reduction initiatives.

• Negotiate contracts, pricing, commercial terms, and framework agreements where required alongside Product Lines.

• Establish and maintain strategic supplier relationships alongside Strategic Sourcing.

• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, scorecards, and regular business reviews.

• Manage supplier risks related to capacity, financial stability, quality, compliance, and delivery in support of Product Line teams.

• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, project management, and operations teams to understand procurement requirements.

• Ensure procurement activities align with project schedules and critical milestones.

• Support expediting activities to ensure on-time delivery of equipment and materials.

• Manage procurement of major equipment, fabricated items, construction services, and subcontractors alongside Product Lines.

• Assess and mitigate supply chain risks, including geopolitical, logistical, and market-related challenges.

• Ensure contract compliance and resolve commercial disputes when necessary.

• Support change order management and claims mitigation.

• Partner with internal stakeholders to align sourcing decisions with project and business objectives.

• Influence cross-functional teams and provide sourcing expertise throughout project lifecycles.

• Present procurement strategies, supplier recommendations, and commercial evaluations to senior leadership.

• Ensure compliance with client and company procurement policies, legal requirements, and industry standards.

• Promote ethical sourcing, sustainability, and supplier diversity initiatives.

• Maintain accurate procurement documentation and audit readiness.

• Act as client facing contact for all Supply Chain needs, reporting a consolidated view of sourcing status, risk, opportunities, forecasts, local content and escalations.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or related field.

• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, PMP, or equivalent are desirable.

• 3-7 years of sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or contract management experience.

• 3+ years leading sourcing activities within EPC, construction, energy, oil & gas, chemicals, utilities, renewables, or infrastructure projects.

• Proven experience negotiating high-value contracts and managing strategic suppliers.

• Strategic sourcing and category management.

• Contract negotiation and commercial management.

• Supplier relationship management (SRM).

• Cost analysis and total cost ownership methodologies.

• Procurement systems (SAP, Oracle, Ariba, Coupa, etc.).

• Understanding of EPC project delivery models.

• Stakeholder engagement and influencing.

• Project management and prioritization.

• Cross-functional collaboration.

• Problem-solving and decision-making.

• Change management and continuous improvement

• Financial acumen and cost modelling.

• Risk assessment and mitigation.

• Market intelligence and supplier benchmarking.

• Claims and contract dispute management.

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.

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.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we must push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

• 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 elected or voluntary benefits

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Sourcing Advisor - Buying/Procurement About Us:

We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

Join Us:

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

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.