Are you passionate about driving sourcing excellence and continuous process improvement?
Do you enjoy optimizing sourcing processes, leveraging technology and ERP systems, and partnering with stakeholders to deliver operational efficiency and business value?
Partnering with the Best
As a Sourcing Specialist, you will support sourcing operations through process ownership, continuous improvement initiatives, and project execution. You will collaborate with sourcing teams and business stakeholders to enhance processes, improve operational effectiveness, and drive impactful sourcing outcomes.
Fueling Your Passion
As a Sourcing Specialist, you will leverage your sourcing expertise, analytical capabilities, and problem-solving skills to improve sourcing processes and operational performance. You will work closely with colleagues and stakeholders to identify improvement opportunities, support sourcing initiatives, and contribute to projects that deliver measurable business results.
As a Sourcing Specialist, you will be responsible for:
- Owning and supporting sourcing-related ERP systems, processes, and tools to drive operational excellence.
- Reviewing existing sourcing procedures and identifying opportunities for process optimization and continuous improvement.
- Developing and implementing proposals to improve sourcing approaches, methods, procedures, and workflows.
- Supporting special sourcing initiatives and operational improvement projects.
- Collaborating with sourcing teams and business stakeholders to coordinate sourcing activities and deliver effective solutions.
- Handling communication with direct colleagues and business partners regarding sourcing processes, improvements, and project deliverables.
- Contributing as an active team member on sourcing projects and cross-functional initiatives.
- Supporting the execution of work plans and projects with timelines typically ranging from one to three months.
- Monitoring project outcomes and ensuring results are delivered efficiently and effectively.
- Promoting best practices and operational efficiencies across sourcing activities.
To be successful in this role, you will:
- Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
- Have 4–6 years of experience in Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- Demonstrate experience working with sourcing systems, ERP platforms, and sourcing processes.
- Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and implement process improvements.
- Demonstrate experience supporting projects and driving operational initiatives.
- Have the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Possess strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and organizational levels.
Desired Characteristics
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of sourcing processes and initiatives.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and drive process improvements.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders.
- Strong project coordination and execution skills.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Work in a Way That Works for You
This role requires close collaboration with sourcing teams, business stakeholders, and cross-functional partners to support sourcing operations, process enhancements, and project execution. The position offers opportunities to contribute to initiatives that improve efficiency, standardization, and overall sourcing performance.
Working with Us
Our people are at the heart of our success. We foster a collaborative, inclusive, and performance-driven environment where innovation, teamwork, professional development, and continuous improvement are encouraged and rewarded.
Working for You
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support your professional growth and well-being, which may include:
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities.
- Comprehensive private medical care options.
- Safety net of life insurance and disability programs.
- Tailored financial programs and additional elected or voluntary benefits.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
- 4-6 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or a related field
- Experience working with sourcing systems, ERP platforms, and sourcing processes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience supporting projects and driving operational initiatives
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to collaborate across functions and organizational levels
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Ability to take ownership of sourcing processes and initiatives
- Strong project coordination and execution skills
- Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence
Baker Hughes Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Baker Hughes and has not been reviewed or approved by Baker Hughes.
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests retirement contributions combine automatic employer funding with a dollar‑for‑dollar match, with immediate vesting on the match. This structure can meaningfully increase savings for employees who participate consistently.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Feedback suggests a discounted employee stock purchase program with regular purchase periods and no brokerage fees provides accessible ownership upside. Program parameters are clearly laid out through the benefits hub and plan materials.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Feedback suggests exempt staff have flexible, manager‑approved time off while non‑exempt employees accrue vacation and receive paid personal time. Company‑paid holidays and paid parental leave further broaden time‑away options.
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