Sourcing Specialist - Buying/Procurement

Baker Hughes • Tomball, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role is responsible for managing the buying process for a given set of goods. It involves applying sourcing policy and interfacing between suppliers and the entity regarding specifications and budgets. The position requires a thorough understanding and application of approaches, theories, methodologies, and their application within a concrete organizational context. The Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for placing and following up on Purchase Orders (PO), managing supplier relationships for PO execution, handling problems and schedule changes, and updating the ERP system. Additionally, the role involves advising functional managers on projects, processes, and procedures, and communicating with colleagues and the business regarding design and coordination services. The specialist will also contribute to projects as a team member or lead small projects, with typical goals taking 3-6 months to complete and results/impact expected within 2-12 months after the event.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Sourcing).
• A minimum of 3 additional years of experience in Buying-Procurement in the Chemical Industry.
• Experience with supplier negotiations with a successful outcome.
• Strong work ethics and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills, and good verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to sponsor work authorization for this role at any time.

Responsibilities

• Placing and follow-up on Purchase Orders (PO).
• Managing relationships with suppliers for PO execution.
• Managing problems and schedule changes. Update ERP.
• Advising functional managers regarding projects, processes and procedures in the field.
• Handling communication with direct colleagues and the business about design and coordination services rendered.
• Contributing to projects as a team member or leading small projects.

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: Mid Level