Commercial Buyer (f/m/div.)

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 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.

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

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