IT Commodity Manager / Software and Cloud

Job Description IT Commodity Manager / Software and Cloud Join our Baker Hughes
Team! Baker Hughes is a global energy technology company serving the oil and gas
industry in more than 120 countries. The Commercial and Sales organization
drives growth by building strong customer partnerships, marketing hydrocarbons,
and offering integrated equipment and service solutions. Focusing on digital
transformation and energy transition, the team leverages data-driven insights to
optimize sales performance and maximize customer value. Partner with the best As
a IT Commodity Manager / Software and Cloud, you will be responsible for:
Developing annual and long-term sourcing strategies and pipeline plans for the
software category. Achieving cost savings targets. Defining supplier strategy
including management and optimization of supplier panels. Lead negotiations and
allocate needs to specific suppliers. Negotiating terms and conditions and
transmitting information to Procurement. Manage claims. Includes commercial
sourcing management such as data analysis, negotiations support, etc. This may
also include purchasing activities. Leading RF(x), and commercial contract
negotiations with software suppliers. Collaborating with internal stakeholders
and cross-functional teams including legal, finance, cyber security, and others.
Mitigating supplier risks through effective contracting and supplier management.
Communicating with business leaders and stakeholders regarding project status,
process compliance, business procedures, and policies. Serving as a business
partner to key IT stakeholders and cross-functional teams to achieve business
outcomes, ensure compliance with company requirements, and track metrics (KPIs).
Owning and building relationships with key suppliers and other partners as
needed to advance business requirements and achieve internal customer
satisfaction. Providing thought leadership as the team leader of the software
sourcing team. Leading multiple sourcing projects and sourcing-related
activities in a fast-paced, multinational environment. Understanding of global
cybersecurity and data privacy regulations related to the procurement of
software and associated services. Fuel your passion To be successful in this
role you will: Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or
college. Have a minimum of 3 - 5 years of progressive experience leading
technology sourcing activities for global Software (On-Prem, SaaS, Cloud) and
Services. Be a skilled negotiator who can both plan and execute sourcing
strategies in support of stakeholder’s business needs. Have experience in
negotiating & redlining software contracts. Have strong Microsoft Office (Word,
Excel, PowerPoint) skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong
interpersonal and leadership skills. Ability to influence others and lead small
teams. Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact. Ability to coordinate
several projects simultaneously. Effective problem identification and solution
skills. Proven analytical and organizational ability. 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 must 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: Contemporary
work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities Comprehensive private
medical care options The safety net of life insurance and disability programs
Tailored financial programs. Additional elected or voluntary benefits The Baker
Hughes internal title for this role is: Sourcing Senior Specialist - Commodity
Management At Baker Hughes, we are transforming the future of energy. With
operations in over 120 countries, we are developing and deploying
industry-leading technologies and services to take energy forward. For more than
a century, our inventions have revolutionized energy. Today, we are bringing our
expertise to make oil and gas safer, cleaner, and more efficient. Our people are
the trusted experts, relied on to solve customer challenges big and small. 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. We
believe in creating an environment of diversity and inclusion, without bias. We
know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged, and able to
bring their whole authentic selves to work. We're makers, inventors, and leaders
who aren't afraid of the tough challenges. We believe pushing boundaries will
help to lead the way for a new energy future.