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Role Summary:
Baker Hughes Offers the opportunity as an experienced Buying&Procurement Specialist to join the team in Mozambique , Pemba.
Essential Responsibilities:
Under general supervision, manages various aspects of supplier relationships, including contract negotiations, delivery and quality performance, cost and inventory management, and customer satisfaction;
Manages purchase order execution and product delivery, including placement of on-time schedule agreements, mitigation of billing adjustments / terminations and execution of cost reduction goals;
May select and negotiate with approved vendors;
May substitute items within pre-approved guidelines;
May train lower level buyers
Reviews bids and contracts submitted by lower level buyers before orders are placed. May substitute items without approval;
Actively drives supplier improvement activities and supplier program reviews;
Works to maximize production capacity in accordance with production and master schedules.
May recommend new developments in materials and supplies;
Fosters active daily use of continuous improvement tools to improve HS&E, quality, delivery, financial performance, employee engagement, and customer satisfaction. Handles special projects as assigned;
Conducts all business activities in accordance with Baker Hughes Health, Safety and Environmental policies, Legal Compliance requirements and Baker Hughes Core Values.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience;
4+ years’ procurement, sourcing or similar experience;
Order Management experience a plus.
Desired Characteristics:
Applies stand-alone knowledge of purchasing practices, principles and procedures;
Strong negotiation skills;
Ability to analyze and present statistical data;
Knowledge of SAP.
Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications, including advanced level knowledge of Excel. Strong communication skills;
Strong organizational and time management skills;
Must be able to balance multiple projects in a challenging, fast-paced work environment.