Baker Hughes is a global energy technology company delivering innovative solutions to customers across the energy and industrial sectors. Our Supply Chain organization plays a critical role in supporting project execution by ensuring the timely procurement of equipment, materials, and services while optimizing cost, quality, and delivery performance.
As an EPC Sourcing Lead, you will serve as the primary procurement focal point between project teams, clients, product lines, and the integrated supply chain organization. You will lead sourcing strategies, supplier engagement, commercial negotiations, and procurement execution to ensure project objectives are achieved safely, efficiently, and within budget.
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Developing and executing sourcing strategies aligned with project schedules, budgets, and customer requirements.
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Leading RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, tender evaluations, supplier selection, and contract award activities.
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Managing procurement of major equipment, fabricated components, subcontracted services, and project-critical materials.
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Negotiating supplier contracts, commercial terms, pricing agreements, and long-term framework agreements.
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Driving cost reduction initiatives and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) improvements.
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Building and maintaining strategic supplier relationships while supporting supplier development initiatives.
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Monitoring supplier performance through KPIs, business reviews, and continuous improvement programs.
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Assessing and mitigating supply chain risks related to quality, capacity, logistics, delivery, and market conditions.
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Collaborating closely with Engineering, Operations, Project Management, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams.
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Supporting change order management, contract compliance, and claims resolution activities.
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Providing regular sourcing updates, forecasts, risk assessments, and procurement status reports to project teams and customers.
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Acting as the client-facing procurement lead throughout the project lifecycle.
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Strong experience in Strategic Sourcing and Procurement.
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Expertise in supplier management and supplier relationship development.
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Strong commercial acumen with contract negotiation experience.
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Experience managing EPC project procurement activities.
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Knowledge of procurement processes including RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, tendering, and contract administration.
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Understanding of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), cost modelling, and savings initiatives.
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Experience identifying and mitigating supply chain risks.
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Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
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Knowledge of ERP and procurement systems such as SAP, Oracle, Ariba, or Coupa.
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Excellent communication, presentation, and problem-solving capabilities.
To be successful in this role you will:
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Have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
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Have 4-7 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain, or Contract Management.
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Have experience leading sourcing activities within EPC, Oil & Gas, Energy, Renewables, Infrastructure, Construction, Utilities, or Industrial Manufacturing projects.
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Have proven success managing high-value supplier contracts and commercial negotiations.
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Have experience coordinating between customer requirements and internal business objectives.
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Have demonstrated ability to work as an individual contributor while influencing cross-functional teams.
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Have strong experience with direct procurement and project-based sourcing activities.
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Have experience managing supplier performance, procurement compliance, and risk mitigation programs.
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Have the ability to present sourcing recommendations and commercial strategies to senior stakeholders and clients.
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CIPS, CPSM, PMP, or equivalent professional certification.
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Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) or project execution programs.
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Knowledge of claims management and change order processes.
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Experience in global sourcing environments.
We recognize that everyone is different and that the way people want to work and deliver their best is different for everyone. Depending on business requirements and local practices, flexible working options may be available.
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 wellbeing of our workforce, reward talent, and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.
Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. To continue advancing tomorrow's energy solutions, we reward people who embrace challenge and innovation. Join us and you can expect:
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Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing initiatives
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Comprehensive private medical care options
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Life insurance and disability coverage
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Competitive financial programs
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Additional elected and voluntary benefits based on location
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Sourcing Senior Specialist - Buying/Procurement
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.
