Indirect Sourcing Specialist

Baker Hughes • Deer Park, TX

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

Baker Hughes is a global energy technology company serving the energy and industrial sectors across more than 120 countries. Their Sourcing organization focuses on building strong supplier partnerships, delivering competitive commercial outcomes, and supporting profitable project execution. As an Indirect Sourcing Specialist, the role involves negotiating complex contracts with dedicated providers to achieve optimal contractual conditions, balancing cost, risk, and internal stakeholder satisfaction. The specialist supports tender and project execution phases by developing robust sourcing strategies, coordinating negotiations, and managing claims. This position also includes advising internal stakeholders, leading sourcing projects, and contributing to the long-term commercial and organizational success of the company.

Requirements

• Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
• Have a minimum of 5 years of experience in Tender and Project Sourcing.
• Have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Have strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Have demonstrated ability to analyze problems and develop effective solutions.
• Have proven experience leading programs or projects.
• Have strong planning, documentation, and execution capabilities.
• Have established project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring accurate and complete sourcing assumptions are developed to support winning and profitable projects during the tender phase.
• Coordinating negotiations with commodity managers and local buyers during project execution.
• Directly negotiating selected commodities in alignment with sourcing strategies and policies.
• Managing supplier claims and supporting resolution of commercial issues.
• Providing sourcing advice and guidance to functional management and business teams on approaches, projects, and programs.
• Communicating effectively with internal stakeholders regarding sourcing methods, strategies, and solutions to complex problems.
• Leading the design and implementation of sourcing‑related projects and initiatives.
• Managing work objectives spanning 1–2 years with measurable impact across a 12–24-month time horizon.
• Contributing to continuous improvement of sourcing processes, methodologies, and ways of working.
• Maintain knowledge of new developments and technologies of Lufkin and other manufacturers’ equipment to provide the highest standard of service.

Benefits

• 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
• Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k).
• Choice of coverage options that best suit your needs.
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
• Additional forms of compensation such as bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees