Sourcing Pro: Commodities & MRO | Flexible Hours

bakerhughes; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare programs

401k Thrift Plan

Private medical care options

Life insurance & disability programs

Wellbeing activities

Job summary

Baker Hughes in Liberty, MO is seeking a Purchasing Specialist / Buyer for Commodities & MRO to execute procurement activities and support production and inventory needs while ensuring ISO 9001 / AS9100 and ITAR compliance. You will manage supplier relationships and document procurement activities to support continuity and audits.

The role requires 3–5 years in purchasing within manufacturing, Excel proficiency, and ERP experience (SAP preferred).

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 understand technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing terminology.
• Proficient with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Planning, Manufacturing, and Quality to support production schedules and material requirements.
• Source commodities, MRO items, and services in compliance with ISO 9001 / AS9100 and ITAR requirements.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate supplier quotations for best value in cost, quality, delivery, and risk.
• Issue, manage, and maintain purchase orders and supplier agreements per standards.
• Monitor supplier performance and expedite orders to prevent shortages or disruptions.
• Review POs, supplier docs, and invoices for accuracy and compliance.
• Document supplier issues like non-conformances, shortages, late deliveries, pricing discrepancies.
• Maintain procurement records for audits, traceability, and document control.

Skills

Procurement experience

ERP (SAP)

Excel skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Baker Hughes in Liberty, MO is seeking a Purchasing Specialist / Buyer for Commodities & MRO to execute procurement activities and support production and inventory needs while ensuring ISO 9001 / AS9100 and ITAR compliance. You will manage supplier relationships and document procurement activities to support continuity and audits.

The role requires 3–5 years in purchasing within manufacturing, Excel proficiency, and ERP experience (SAP preferred).