The Bosch group has more than 400 000 employees around the world, present in 60 countries, and we are proud to impact people’s lives and to work towards a more sustainable future.

In Ovar, our main mission is to guarantee everyone's safety by being ready to act in the event of danger. Our company, with about 1200 associates, develops, creates and produces inspiring solutions for a safe and enjoyable life. This success is due to the highly qualified people with a high level of knowledge and their dedication that makes and contributes for the unique environment we have in Bosch: The feeling of a Family.

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our promise to our associates is rock-solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and we inspire each other. Join in and feel the difference in mindsets, cultures, generations, identities and perspectives. Everyone should bring their authenticity and work together respectfully. By including everyone and ensuring equal opportunities we unleash our full potential.

Your contribution to something big: 

• You will be responsible for analysis of the portfolio to be managed as well as the development, definition and implementation of the material field strategy in cooperation with the business units.
• Global coordination as well as strategy implementation in the assigned material field are also part of your responsibilities.
• Market analysis and research on responsible portfolio to collect potential suppliers demands.
• Closely work with R&D for purchasing related projects execution (E.g. 2nd sources, new awardings, design changes, etc).
• Supplier management in commercial aspects such as preparing and conducting annual price negotiations and negotiating contracts.
• Providing operational support to plants worldwide to ensure supply availability.
• Participate in escalation and bottleneck management to maintain the supply chain.

What distinguishes you:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration, industrial engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or a similar field required.

• Personality: Open, flexible and target group-oriented communication skills as well as high resilience and assertiveness.

• Working Practice: Structured working and entrepreneurial mindset in an international environment. High affinity for cross-departmental cooperation.

• Experience and Knowledge: 3+ years of professional purchasing experience in the area of electronics or electromechanical.

• Languages: Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Work #LikeABosch includes:

Flexible work conditions | Hybrid work system | Exchange with colleagues around the world | Health insurance and medical office on site (nutrition, psychology, physiotherapy, general clinic) | Training opportunities (p.e., technical training, foreign languages training) & certifications | Access to great discounts in partnerships and Bosch products | Sports and health related activities (gym) | Free parking lot | Canteen

Success stories don´t just happen. They are made...

Make it happen! We are looking forward to your application!