Description

As a Global Category Buyer, you will play a key role in shaping Bosch’s global procurement strategy and securing supply continuity for innovative products worldwide.

Your contribution to something big:

• Analyzing global spend and supply chain data to identify opportunities for consolidation, standardization, and cost optimization
• Developing and implementing category and supplier strategies with a strong focus on value creation and sustainability
• Securing supplier capacities for new and ramp-up projects by closely collaborating with internal stakeholders and external partners
• Proactively managing material shortages and supply risks by defining and executing effective mitigation strategies
• Driving cross-functional collaboration across engineering, logistics, quality, and business units to ensure continuity of supply
• Managing and influencing senior stakeholders up to General Purchasing level, communicating transparently and solution-oriented
• Building long-term, trust-based supplier relationships and leading negotiations at a global level

Qualifications

What distinguishes you:

Education: 

• Master’s degree in engineering, business, or a comparable field

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management preferably in automotive industry or production. 
• Experience in an international or global business environment is an advantage

Know-how:

• Strong analytical skills with a structured, data-driven mindset
• Solid understanding of supply chain processes, cost structures, and risk management
• Negotiation skills and supplier relationship management experience are a plus

Languages:

• Fluent in English (spoken and written) (mandatory)
• German language skills are an advantage but not mandatory

Working Style and Methods:

• Independent, proactive, and solution-oriented working style
• Comfortable handling complex and challenging situations
• Strong collaboration skills in cross-functional and multicultural teams

Personality:

• Communicative, resilient, and adaptable
• High sense of responsibility and ownership
• Passion for continuous improvement and innovation

Additional Info

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!

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.

Bosch Car Multimedia, S.A. belongs to the Automotive Electronics division and is focused on making the vehicles our third living space. About 3.600 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. 

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. Bosch is an employer that values diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and we can provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process and in the performance of professional activity. By including everyone and ensuring equal opportunities we unleash our full potential.