Procurement Specialist - Baroid
Houston, TX, US, 77032
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About Baroid
Baroid, a Halliburton product service line, is the world leader in drilling and completion fluids solutions. Our technologies and field expertise help customers manage wellbore stability, enhance rate of penetration, and ensure environmental compliance across every phase of the well. Baroid’s customized fluid systems drive safety, efficiency, and reliability in the most challenging formations.
About the Role
The Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing goods and services that support manufacturing, field operations, technology, and project activities within Baroid. This role partners with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure materials and services are procured efficiently, cost-effectively, and in alignment with business objectives.
The position supports procurement planning, supplier management, competitive sourcing, and purchase order execution while ensuring compliance with Category Management strategies and company procurement policies. The Procurement Specialist plays an important role in maintaining supply continuity, optimizing supplier performance, and supporting operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
• Execute sourcing activities for goods and services supporting manufacturing, field operations, technology, and project requirements.
• Issue and manage purchase orders based on material requirements, production schedules, and operational needs.
• Support implementation of Category Management strategies while ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, operations, logistics, and supply chain teams to resolve procurement and material availability issues.
• Support inventory planning and material availability through effective procurement execution and supplier communication.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and ensure compliance with purchasing procedures and documentation requirements.
• Promote Lean, continuous improvement, and cost optimization initiatives across procurement activities.
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, or related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, purchasing, supply chain, manufacturing, or production environments.
• Experience with purchase order management, supplier communications, and procurement processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Preferred
• Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, energy, or oilfield operations.
• Knowledge of Category Management, strategic sourcing, or supplier relationship management.
• Experience with ERP systems and Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) processes.
Candidates who possess qualifications exceeding the minimum job requirements may be considered for higher-level positions based on experience, additional qualifications, and current business needs. Depending on education, experience, and skill level, candidates may be eligible for roles ranging from Procurement Specialist to Senior Procurement Specialist.
World Class Benefits
At Halliburton, we’re committed to supporting you and your family with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package that covers your physical, emotional, financial, and parental needs — now and in the future. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a wide range of programs designed to help you thrive at work and at home.
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Core Competencies
Procurement & Strategic Sourcing | Supplier Relationship Management | Purchase Order Management | RFQ & Competitive Bidding | Category Management | Inventory & Material Planning | Supplier Performance Analysis | ERP & Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) | Cost Optimization | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Continuous Improvement
Halliburton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
Location
3000 N. Sam Houston Parkway E., Houston, Texas, 77032, United States
Job Details
Requisition Number: 209942
Experience Level: Experienced Hire
Job Family: Support Services
Product Service Line: Baroid
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
Additional Locations for this position:
Compensation Information
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Nearest Major Market: Houston
Job Segment:
Logistics, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, Material Planner, Operations, Manufacturing