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 makes and 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
Your contribution to something big:
Leading a global team of 12 strategic buyers for mechanic components (Portugal, Germany, China, and Mexico)
Disciplinary lead for strategic buyers at Ovar
Manage Material Fields and Suppliers:
Material Field Strategy: Develop and execute Strategy in line with worldwide purchasing and business strategy
Supplier Strategy: Manage relationship and strategic development within respective categories
Taking responsibility for all purchasing processes from contracting, awarding, price negotiation, delivery escalation
KPI's:
Support management with annual budget preparation for mechanics commodities; monthly KPI follow-up and alignment
Ensure annual cost savings contribution through negotiations and strategic awardings
Initiate and execute technical cost reduction projects
Purchasing Key Account for Manufacturing Plant Ovar:
First line of contact for OvrP into the global Purchasing organization and vice versa
Ensure alignment of Purchasing and OvrP for business relevant needs
Qualifications
What distinguishes you:
Education: Master's degree in business administration, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a similar field required.
Personality: Open, flexible, and target group-oriented communication skills as well as a high level of resilience and assertiveness. You are a passionate leader who likes to actively contribute to business success.
Leadership: You have strong leadership and management skills and can prove experience in an international environment.
Working Practice: Structured working and entrepreneurial mindset in an international environment. High affinity for cross-departmental cooperation.
Experience and Knowledge: 10+ years of professional purchasing experience in Purchasing of direct materials at a global player in an international environment. Experience in supplier strategy development, bottleneck management, and communication across management hierarchies. Experience with successful regionalization is a plus.
Languages: Fluent in English (written and spoken). German is a plus.
Additional Information
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!
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