Lead Procurement Specialist

Baker Hughes Gruppe; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Hughes is seeking a Lead Procurement Specialist to drive the buying process and supplier relationships for manufacturing and engineering projects. You will manage RFQs, POs, and coordination with internal teams to ensure alignment with budgets and specifications.

The role emphasizes SAP/Oracle proficiency, cross-functional collaboration, and leadership in a dynamic energy technology environment. Hybrid work with some on-site requirements is available.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in direct sourcing, procurement and supply chain in manufacturing or engineering, Oil & Gas.
• Experience with SAP or Oracle ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage the PO process from RFQ to placement, maintenance and fulfillment; maintain supplier relationships for PO execution and schedule changes.
• Advise Functional managers on projects, processes and procedures in the procurement field.
• Coordinate communications with colleagues and the business regarding design and coordination services rendered.
• Contribute to projects as a team member or lead small projects with expected outcomes within 3–12 months.

Skills

Direct sourcing

Procurement

SAP

Oracle

Leadership

Communication

Manufacturing

Oil & Gas

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Lead Procurement Specialist

Are you Seeking your next move in Procurement and Supply Chain within an engineering/manufacturing environment?

Do you enjoy building relationships and managing multiple priorities?

Join our innovative team

We devise smarter systems to control and monitor oil and gas extraction. Innovating in the energy industry, our subsea and surface pressure capabilities are industry-leading. We manufacture an innovative, market leading sub-sea production systems for the Oil and Gas market for off-shore facilities.

Partner with the best

As a Lead Procurement Specialist you will manage the buying process for a given set of goods. You will apply sourcing policy, interface between supplier and entity with respect to specifications and budgets.

As a Lead Procurement Specialist you will be responsible for:

• Managing PO, from RFQ (request for quote), negotiation, PO placement, maintenance and follow up/fulfillment. Manage relationships with suppliers for PO execution. Manage problems and schedule changes. Update ERP.
• Advising Functional managers regarding projects, processes and procedures in the own field.
• Handling communication with direct colleagues and the business about design and coordination services rendered.
• Contributing to project as a team member or leading small projects. Work goals typically take 3-6 months to complete with results/impact typically occurring 2-12 months after the event

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have considerable experience within direct sourcing, procurement and supply chain. Preferably within a Manufacturing or Engineering, Oil and Gas Business.
• Looking for candidates with experience in SAP/ Oracle
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as established interpersonal and leadership skills
• Have a permanent work permit in UK

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:

• 4 days from office
• 1 day from home

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 have to 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

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 each of these plans.

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for 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

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.