Job description
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 the city of Aveiro, Bosch has one of its biggest production sites for Bosch Home Comfort division, as well as a Research and Development Center for new and improved heating solutions for the residential segment. With more than 1400 employees, focused on innovation, sustainability and collaboration, Bosch Aveiro joins together experts in diverse areas, from mechanical engineering to connectivity and software solutions, as well as industrialization and quality.
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.
Job Description
Your contribution to something big:
- Shape and drive Supplier and Material Group Strategies at Bosch Thermotechnology level;
- Lead price negotiations with suppliers and conclude legally binding contracts;
- Identify, assess, and mitigate supplier risks with a long‑term, sustainable approach;
- Drive supplier performance improvements in cost, logistics, production, quality, and sustainability;
- Execute commercial purchasing activities, including market benchmarking, quotation comparison based on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and supplier selection following Bosch’s standard decision processes;
- Actively identify, implement, and review measures that influence direct material cost development;
- Prepare and deliver key information for Business Plan execution, including quantity forecasts and cost‑saving estimations.
Qualifications
What distinguishes you:
Education
- Degree in Business Management, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience
- 3–5 years of experience in Purchasing, ideally as a buyer in an industrial environment.
Know‑how
- Strong negotiation skills and experience with contract management;
- Understanding of TCO principles and supplier evaluation processes;
- Knowledge of procurement best practices and supplier development.
Languages
- Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.
Working Style and Methods
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities;
- Results‑oriented, proactive, and able to work independently;
- Comfortable collaborating with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders;
- Willingness to travel as required.
Personality
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
- Initiative‑driven, structured, and committed to continuous improvement.
Additional Information
Work #LikeABosch includes:
⚖️ Flexible work conditions
🔀 Hybrid work system
🌐 Exchange with colleagues around the world
🧑⚕️ Health insurance and medical office on site (general surgeon, psychology, physiotherapy, general clinic)
📚 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
💰 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!
