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Senior Strategic Buyer Electronic Purchasing (f/m/div.)

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Bosch

23d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Logistics
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Munich
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AI generated summary

  • You must have a degree in engineering or economics, years of purchasing experience, strong negotiation skills, proficiency in MS Office and SAP, and fluency in English and German. Travel is required.
  • You will analyze portfolios, develop material strategies, negotiate contracts and prices, support global plants, and assist in high-level negotiation preparations.

Requirements

  • Education: completed university studies in engineering or economics or a comparable subject
  • Experience and Knowledge: several years of professional experience in purchasing; very good knowledge of MS Office and SAP/R3
  • Personality and Working Practice: You are characterized by your independent way of working; you have already successfully and sustainably proven your assertiveness and negotiation skills in practice; you have sound knowledge for all types of contract negotiations up to management level
  • Work Routine: a conditional willingness to travel is required to visit suppliers and trade fairs
  • Languages: very good communication skills in written and spoken English and German

Responsibilities

  • International and interdisciplinary cooperation: As Senior Strategic Buyer Electronic Purchasing, you will be part of the new company to be set up in the future and thus contribute to a globally networked team of around 4300 colleagues operating in over 50 countries.
  • Part of your tasks will be to analyze the portfolio to be managed and to develop, define and implement the material field strategy in cooperation with the business units (BU) and plants.
  • You will be in charge of the commercial aspects of the assigned supplier management, e.g. preparing and conducting annual price negotiations and negotiating contracts with suppliers.
  • You are jointly responsible for the operational support of the plants worldwide to ensure the supply of goods.
  • You will assist in the preparation of negotiation meetings with top level management.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Senior Strategic Buyer Electronic Purchasing (f/m/div.).

What kind of company is Bosch?

Bosch is a leading provider of technologies and services that enhance safety, comfort, energy efficiency, and sustainability in buildings and properties.

What are the main responsibilities of the Senior Strategic Buyer Electronic Purchasing?

The main responsibilities include analyzing the portfolio, developing and implementing material field strategies, managing supplier contracts, supporting operational needs of plants, and preparing for negotiation meetings with top-level management.

What is required in terms of education for this position?

A completed university degree in engineering, economics, or a comparable subject is required.

What experience is necessary for candidates?

Several years of professional experience in purchasing, along with very good knowledge of MS Office and SAP/R3, is required.

What are the key personal attributes sought for this role?

Candidates should demonstrate an independent working style, strong assertiveness, negotiation skills, and sound knowledge of contract negotiations up to management level.

Is travel a requirement for this position?

Yes, there is a conditional willingness to travel required to visit suppliers and trade fairs.

What languages are necessary for this job?

Very good communication skills in written and spoken English and German are required.

Is there support for diversity and inclusion at Bosch?

Yes, diversity and inclusion are firmly anchored in Bosch's corporate culture, and all applications are welcomed regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ethnic origin, or sexual identity.

Who can I contact for support during the application process?

You can contact Nina Sier from Human Resources at +49 711 811 35323 for support during your application.

Who can I reach out to for more information about the job?

For further information about the job, you can contact Daniel Frantzen from the Functional Department at +49(89)6290-1340.

Do we support flexible working models?

Yes, we offer flexible working models, including various part-time options, mobile working, and job sharing.

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Bosch

Engineering & Construction
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1886
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. It employs roughly 421,300 associates worldwide (as of December 31, 2022). The company generated sales of 88.2 billion euros in 2022. Its operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. As a leading IoT provider, Bosch offers innovative solutions for smart homes, Industry 4.0, and connected mobility. Bosch is pursuing a vision of mobility that is sustainable, safe, and exciting. It uses its expertise in sensor technology, software, and services, as well as its own IoT cloud, to offer its customers connected, cross-domain solutions from a single source. The Bosch Group’s strategic objective is to facilitate connected living with products and solutions that either contain artificial intelligence (AI) or have been developed or manufactured with its help. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology that is “Invented for life.” The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its roughly 470 subsidiary and regional companies in over 60 countries. Including sales and service partners, Bosch’s global manufacturing, engineering, and sales network covers nearly every country in the world. With its more than 400 locations worldwide, the Bosch Group has been carbon neutral since the first quarter of 2020. The basis for the company’s future growth is its innovative strength. At 136 locations across the globe, Bosch employs some 85,500 associates in research and development, of which nearly 44,000 are software engineers.