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Procurement Specialist, (DRS), Houston, TX

Baker Hughes

Baker Hughes

Operations
Posted 6+ months ago

Do you enjoy being part of a successful team?

Would you like to help shape and implement Baker Hughes Sourcing Strategies?

Join our Team!

As a leader in the oilfield services industry, Baker Hughes offers opportunities for qualified people who want to grow in our high-performance organization. Our leading technologies and our ability to apply them safety and effectively create value for our customers and shareholders.

Partner with the best

As a Procurement Specialist, you are responsible for managing the buying process, applying the sourcing policies, and interfacing with suppliers. You'll also source quotes, negotiate pricing and terms, and collaborate with the Accounts Payable team to resolve any payment issues.

In this role, your duties will include:

  • Leading and executing operations' sourcing strategy in alignment with global stakeholders to enable operational delivery on sourcing, buying, and fulfilment.
  • Securing and negotiating quotes from suppliers based on what the operations stakeholders need.
  • Communicating technical information and operations' needs to the suppliers.
  • Using SAP tools to place & follow-up on PO's within given cycle times, and managing any related problems and schedule changes.
  • Managing relationships with suppliers for PO execution, commercial discussions, T&C agreements, Long term strategic agreements, Rebates etc..
  • Manage purchasing raw materials for multiple plants
  • Assist with purchasing for North America Land and Offshore drilling


Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:

  • Have graduated from an accredited university (or high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of Sourcing experience)
  • Have a rich experience in Procurement and/or Supplier relationship management.
  • Have experience negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers.
  • Experience using SAP,Ariba,or Vendor Master is required
  • Be a team player with excellent interpersonal & communication skills.


Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

  • Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

Join us, and you can expect:

  • Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
  • Comprehensive private medical care options
  • Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
  • Tailored financial programs
  • Education Assistance
  • Generous Parental Leave
  • Mental Health resources, Virtual Therapy Programs
  • Dependent and Partners Care
  • Pet Insurance
  • Additional elected or voluntary benefits
About Us:
We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

Join Us:
Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.