As a Commercial Buyer, you will play a key role in shaping Bosch's sourcing strategy and ensuring a resilient and competitive supply base. Working in an international environment, you will collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to drive business success, support new product launches, and contribute to sustainable growth.
Your responsibilities will include:
Your contribution to something big:
- Developing and implementing category and sourcing strategies for assigned material groups.
- Analyzing market and supplier data to identify opportunities for consolidation, standardization, and cost optimization.
- Managing supplier relationships and negotiating commercial agreements to achieve business objectives.
- Securing supplier capacities for new projects and ensuring readiness to support future business demand.
- Driving initiatives related to supply chain resilience, risk mitigation, and supply continuity.
- Supporting the resolution of material shortages and supply challenges in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Leading cross-functional projects involving purchasing, engineering, logistics, quality, and manufacturing teams.
- Managing stakeholder relationships at different organizational levels and influencing strategic procurement decisions.
- Monitoring procurement market trends and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and value creation.
What distinguishes you:
Education
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or a related field.
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Purchasing, Strategic Procurement, Category Management, or Supply Chain Management.
- Experience working in an international environment and managing supplier relationships.
Know-how
- Strong understanding of category management, sourcing strategies, supplier management, and procurement processes.
- Experience in supplier negotiations, cost optimization initiatives, and risk management.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to transform data into actionable business decisions.
- Knowledge of supply chain and manufacturing environments is considered an advantage.
Languages
- Fluent English skills, written and spoken.
- German language skills are a plus.
Working Style and Methods
- Structured and strategic approach to problem-solving.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while fostering collaboration across international teams.
- Results-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Personality
- Proactive and self-motivated.
- Resilient and adaptable in a dynamic business environment.
- Team player with strong relationship-building capabilities.
- Confident communicator and negotiator who enjoys taking ownership and driving change.
Work #LikeABosch includes:
⚖️ Flexible work conditions
🔀 Hybrid work system
🌐 Exchange with colleagues around the world
🛡️ Health insurance
🧑⚕️ Medical office (psychology and general clinic) & Social Services Office on site
📚 Training opportunities (p.e., technical training, foreign languages training) & certifications
📈 Opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development
💲 Access to great discounts in partnerships and Bosch products
🏋️ Sports and health related activities
🚉 Great access to public transports
🚌 Free transport from Porto
💰 Flexible benefits platform
🅿️ Free parking lot
🍽️ Canteen
Success stories don´t just happen. They are made...
Make it happen! We are looking forward to your application!