Sourcing Specialist - New Product Sourcing

Baker Hughes•Skaneateles, NY

4d•$87,870 - $163,120•Onsite

About The Position

Baker Hughes has developed a comprehensive portfolio of systems and products. From advanced data collection technology to innovative software enabling remote collaboration, Waygate Technologies provides a full suite of non-destructive testing solutions and equipment including radiography, computed tomography, remote visual inspection, ultrasound, and eddy current products. Partnering with the best As a Sourcing Specialist – NPI, you are supporting sourcing execution for new product implementation projects from concept through production. You are collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify suppliers, manage RFQs, and ensure material readiness for product builds. You are driving cost competitiveness, supplier performance, and risk mitigation while also managing select commodity sourcing responsibilities to support ongoing production needs. You are acting as a key link between engineering, supply chain, and suppliers to deliver successful product launches.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in sourcing, buying, or supply chain roles.
Experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) or New Product Development (NPD).
Strong supplier management and coordination skills.
Foundational negotiation skills and understanding of commercial terms.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Strong analytical, organizational, and follow-up skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration abilities.
Ability to work independently with guidance from senior sourcing team members.

Responsibilities

Executing sourcing activities for NPI projects from concept through production handoff.
Supporting supplier identification, evaluation, and onboarding aligned with sourcing strategies.
Leading RFQ processes, including quote collection, analysis, and cost comparison.
Managing prototype procurement, supplier timelines, and material readiness for builds.
Tracking NPI milestones and escalating risks related to cost, supply, and timelines.
Acting as the primary point of contact for suppliers during NPI phases.
Supporting supplier feasibility reviews, capacity validation, and production readiness.
Monitoring supplier delivery performance during development builds.
Supporting supplier performance tracking and corrective action follow-up.
Coordinating with Supplier Quality teams during quoting and awarding processes.
Supporting cost analysis, benchmarking, and total cost of ownership (TCO) evaluations.
Assisting in pricing negotiations and commercial terms under guidance from commodity leaders.
Validating costed BOMs and ensuring alignment with project cost targets.
Partnering with Engineering, Quality, Buyers, Commodity Leaders, and Operations teams.
Supporting design reviews, engineering changes, and sourcing alignment with project goals.
Contributing to production readiness, pilot builds, and launch execution activities.
Owning sourcing deliverables throughout the NPI lifecycle.
Supporting supplier selection, RFQ execution, and sourcing reviews.
Leading awarding processes including feasibility and approval workflows.
Preparing sourcing inputs for handoff to Buyers, including pricing, lead times, and risks.
Supporting contract execution such as LOIs, tooling agreements, and supply contracts.
Supporting post-launch activities to ensure smooth transition to production.
Managing assigned commodities to support production continuity.
Executing sourcing strategies and supplier management for production programs.
Driving cost improvement initiatives and ensuring supply continuity.
Aligning NPI sourcing with long-term commodity strategies.
Communicating sourcing progress, risks, and timelines to stakeholders.
Applying structured problem-solving methods to resolve supplier and sourcing issues.
Escalating critical issues to senior sourcing leaders as needed.