Sourcing Pro: Commodities & MRO Buyer | Flexible Hours

Baker Hughes Holdings LLC; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Disability insurance

401k / Thrift Plan

Wellbeing programs

Life insurance

Job summary

Baker Hughes is seeking a Purchasing Specialist / Buyer to manage commodities and MRO procurement, ensuring continuity of supply in a regulated manufacturing environment. You will negotiate with suppliers, issue and track purchase orders, and maintain audit-ready documentation while supporting production and inventory needs.

You will collaborate with Planning, Manufacturing, and Quality to meet schedules, ensure compliance with ISO/AS9100 and ITAR, and drive continuous improvement in supplier

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, or related field.
• 3–5 years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in regulated environments (ISO, AS, ITAR preferred).
• Ability to read technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing terminology.
• Strong negotiation for pricing, lead times, and delivery commitments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Understanding of procurement controls, documentation, and audit readiness.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• APICS CPIM/CSCP Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with Planning, Manufacturing, and Quality to support production schedules and material requirements.
• Sourcing commodities, MRO items, and services in compliance with ISO 9001 / AS9100 and ITAR/export control requirements.
• Soliciting, evaluating, and negotiating supplier quotations to achieve best value in cost, quality, delivery, and risk.
• Issuing, managing, and maintaining purchase orders and supplier agreements per company and regulatory standards.
• Monitoring supplier performance and expediting orders to prevent shortages or production disruptions.
• Reviewing purchase order acknowledgements, supplier documentation, and invoices for accuracy and compliance.
• Resolving and documenting supplier issues, including nonconformances, shortages, late deliveries, and pricing discrepancies.
• Maintaining accurate procurement records to support audits, traceability, and document control requirements.
• Supporting supplier qualification, evaluation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Participating in physical inventory counts and maintaining inventory accuracy within the ERP system.
• Performing other procurement-related duties as assigned based on business needs.

Skills

Negotiation

Procurement

MS Excel

ERP systems

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Inventory management

Technical reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Admin or Supply Chain

APICS CPIM/CSCP (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Baker Hughes is seeking a Purchasing Specialist / Buyer to manage commodities and MRO procurement, ensuring continuity of supply in a regulated manufacturing environment. You will negotiate with suppliers, issue and track purchase orders, and maintain audit-ready documentation while supporting production and inventory needs.

You will collaborate with Planning, Manufacturing, and Quality to meet schedules, ensure compliance with ISO/AS9100 and ITAR, and drive continuous improvement in supplier