Strategic Buyer – Overland & Express Transportation Service (f./m./div.)

Company Description

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.

The Bosch unit in Braga belongs to the Automotive Electronics division and is focused on making the vehicles our third living space. The company supplies infotainment, display, connectivity and HMI solutions for passenger cars, trucks and two-wheelers. About 3,500 associates are committed to develop and produce high quality technology that shape change in mobility worldwide. The company' success lies in its highly specialized and innovative team, and on the technological know-how which makes Bosch the leading supplier in the automotive market.

Job Description

Your contribution to something big:

• Delivery of material field and sub-material field results;
• Develop the specific expertise, including market know-how, sourcing methods and competences, for the defined scope;
• Implement the indirect purchasing processes ensuring compliance requirements;
• Input and implementation of the global strategy in the defined scope;
• Adapt and ensure the specific expertise, including market know-how, sourcing methods and competences within the defined scope;
• Establish and further develop standard processes and tasks within the defined scope;
• Drive competition / further develop and apply negotiation expertise;
• Preparation and approval of purchasing decisions / contracts in accordance with the signature regulations;
• Key Account / Stakeholder management as per assigned scope;
• Managing escalations;
• Lean Routines / CIP methods and tools;
• Continous cooperation with the Logistics Centre respectively logistics transport departments;
• Check bundling opportunities within and across countries;
• Lead transport service purchasing related projects – local, up to global scope.

Qualifications

What distinguishes you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Management or Industrial Management and best already professional work experience;
• Experience in MS Office (Excel and Power Point)
• Fluent in Business English in speaking and writing. Supportive German and/or French language knowledge (nice to have);
• Negotiation skills and knowledge in negotiation methodologies;
• Cost analysis;
• Willingness to travel;
• Knowledge in Contract law and legal requirements, compliance;
• Project management and moderation skills;
• Flexible and target oriented with motivation to work in an international organization.

Additional Information

What we offer you:

Challenges in an international environment | career opportunities in one of the best companies in the world | flexible hours | medical services | discounts for employees | sports and health related activities | canteen | good access to public transports | space for creativity.

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