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The role
Role Overview
Are you passionate about procurement and sourcing? Do you enjoy building strong relationships and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment?
As a Procurement Specialist (Buyer) at Baker Hughes, you will play a critical role in managing the end-to-end buying process for goods and services. Supporting both regional and corporate projects, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to deliver high-quality outcomes, ensuring cost efficiency, compliance, and operational excellence. Partner with the Best
As a Procurement Specialist, you will manage sourcing activities, supplier relationships, and purchase order execution, ensuring alignment with Baker Hughes policies and business objectives. Key Responsibilities
Manage the RFQ (Request for Quotation) process, engaging suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and terms
Place and manage Purchase Orders (POs), ensuring timely execution and delivery
Monitor supplier performance and ensure on-time delivery of goods and services
Support contract negotiation and renewal activities
Maintain strong supplier relationships, gathering market intelligence and assessing risk
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and KPIs
Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements
Support data collection, analysis, and reporting for procurement activities
Manage communication with internal stakeholders regarding procurement requirements and status updates
Handle supplier invoicing processes and resolve discrepancies
Prepare cost comparisons and evaluation analyses to achieve best value outcomes
Address operational issues, including scheduling changes and supplier non-conformitiesFuel Your Passion
To be successful in this role you will:
Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in procurement, sourcing, or buying, ideally within oil & gas, energy, or technical industries
Have experience working within the UK market, with a strong understanding of the local business environment
Hold a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (technical background preferred)
Demonstrate strong communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and stakeholders
Have experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
Possess knowledge or exposure to contracts and supplier agreements
Demonstrate the ability to work independently, manage priorities, and contribute to decision-making
Be fluent in English (additional languages are advantageous)Key Competencies
Supplier Relationship Management
Negotiation & Commercial Awareness
Planning & Organisation
Data Analysis & Reporting
Problem Solving
Communication & Collaboration
Continuous Improvement Mindset
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients
