ASPIRE Associate – Sales & Commercial

Baker Hughes; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Hughes is launching an early career ASPIRE rotational program in the Sales and Commercial team. This full-time position offers hybrid work with some travel within US locations, and a strong emphasis on developing future leaders who design and deliver customer value.

You will participate in sales execution, commercial enablement, and data analytics while receiving structured training, coaching, and global networking opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited university (Engineering, Economics, Business or Marketing preferred).
• Degree earned within the last 24 months.
• Authorized to work in the United States without future visa sponsorship.
• GPA 3.0/4.0 or higher; strong English communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage in sales and commercial deliverables, including customer-facing activities and analytics.
• Complete formal training with coaching and mentoring.
• Network globally and cross-functionally; lead program initiatives with peers.
• Solve cross-functional business challenges through team-based projects.

Skills

Fluent English

Leadership

Networking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Job description

The Tone:

This is an early career rotational program at Baker Hughes, an energy technology company. With operations in over 120 countries, Baker Hughes is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 by providing better solutions to customers worldwide. This ASPIRE program will develop future sales and commercial leaders who will design and deliver value to customers, contributing to the company’s purpose of rewriting the energy equation and advancing sustainable energy solutions.

The TL;DR

• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time (flexible hours, shift-based for some assignments, occasionally remote)
• Location: Hybrid – US locations (geographic mobility required)
• Pay: $68866–$93174 yearly
• Team: Sales and Commercial team
• Mission: To design and deliver value to customers through accelerated rotational experiences within the Sales and Commercial team.

What You’ll Actually Do

• Sales & Commercial Execution: Work on sales and commercial deliverables, which may range from customer-facing sales activities to commercial enablement tools and data analytics.
• Professional Development: Complete formal training requirements while receiving coaching and mentoring to support ongoing development.
• Global Networking: Network globally and cross-functionally, leading program initiatives or peer projects, and interacting with global business leaders.
• Challenge Resolution: Solve critical business challenges through cross-functional, mission-based teams.

The Must-Haves

• Background: Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited university, preferably in Engineering, Economics, Business, or Marketing. This is an entry-level position for recent graduates.
• Experience: Completed your most recent degree within the last 24 months. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must maintain work authorization throughout their employment without requiring sponsorship by Baker Hughes, now or in the future.
• Skills: Have a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher, be fluent in English (both written and spoken) with effective communication skills, demonstrate strong leadership skills and the ability to build relationships, network across levels, and engage virtual teams. Possess an aptitude and an innovative approach to sales and commercial techniques, along with a customer-centric approach.
• Bonus: Be geographically mobile, as program locations may vary. Demonstrate enthusiasm about working in a challenging environment.