.Company Description 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 contributes to 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. Job Description As Purchasing Controller for indirect materials, you will be in charge of controlling the indirect purchasing activities within the organization by gathering relevant data, developing and measuring adequate KPIs, and proposing corrective actions. Unlike direct purchasing (which involves goods directly used in the production process), indirect purchasing involves items such as office supplies, equipment, maintenance services, utilities, and the like. In addition to your primary role for indirect materials, you will support and substitute the international purchasing controlling team on direct material matters. Your contribution to something big: Further develop and implement concept(s) for Indirect Purchasing Controlling. Analyse purchasing data, generating insightful Purchasing Management reports on performance and competitiveness for all indirect spent. Identify aspects that have an impact on target achievement and propose appropriate measures in case of deviation. Track and support Cost Center planning for Budget and Headcount in the global Purchasing organization. Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of Indirect spent. Prepare, support, or develop standard and ad-hoc reports using up-to-date IT Tools (SAP, Power BI, Python, and others). Contribute to introducing new controlling IT tools in Purchasing along with related functions and define/adapt processes associated with Purchasing Controlling. Develop a concept for and perform detective controls in Purchasing and Procurement, ensuring compliance with laws and internal regulations. Define and track measures until closure in case of findings. Provide active support to and substitute for our global organization also with regards to direct materials purchasing controlling
