Technical Purchasing Engineer (2 Year Fixed Term Contract)

Robert Bosch Group; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Technical Purchasing Engineer for a 2-year fixed-term contract in Glenrothes, Scotland. The role involves developing purchasing strategies for hydraulic radial piston motors, ensuring supplier qualifications, and managing project risks within an innovative environment. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Engineering and have experience in global supply chains and project management.

Qualifications

• Experienced purchasing professional with expertise in project management.
• Technical knowledge of supply chain standards and processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively across international teams.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for purchasing in hydraulic radial piston motors development.
• Develop sourcing strategies and manage project risks.
• Coordinate sampling with suppliers for product qualification.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Target Costing

Stakeholder Engagement

Agility

Education

Degree in Industrial Engineering or similar

Job description

Technical Purchasing Engineer (2 Year Fixed Term Contract)

• Full-time

At Bosch Rexroth, everything revolves around movement and the success of our customers. With our networked drive and control technologies as well as digital solutions, their machines and systems work efficiently, safely and powerfully. We offer components, system solutions and services for mobile and industrial applications as well as for factory automation. In all areas, we value the know-how and commitment of our employees and enable dynamic careers in an international environment. Around 33,800 people in over 80 countries - and one corporate purpose: "We move industries to make our planet a better place." Do you want to make a difference? Then we look forward to receiving your application to Bosch Rexroth AG.

At our plant in Glenrothes, Scotland, we design, develop, and produce radial piston motors working in partnership with world-renowned international OEMs in industries such as material handling, construction, and forestry machinery.

What will you be doing?

• You will be the purchasing engineer responsible for a new development project in the area of hydraulic radial piston motors.
• You will participate in developing a Make and/or Buy strategy and prepare sourcing decisions in an international procurement market.
• You will ensure on-time qualification of current and new suppliers, sustainable quality, and target cost achievement, considering the designated investment budget.
• From component development to serial production, you will be responsible for project risk management within Purchasing.
• You will coordinate the scope of sampling with suppliers and technical departments as part of the qualification process.
• You will act as the interface between the business unit, material-related purchasing, and suppliers, representing the purchasing department in product development (PEP) and implementing price reduction potentials.

What are we looking for?

• Degree qualification in Industrial Engineering, Engineering, or similar (preferable).
• Experienced purchasing professional with expertise in project management and target costing.
• Previous involvement in setting up global supply chains and strategies, with technical knowledge of standards and processes for main commodities (casting, machining, forging).
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels and across functions of the international organization, both verbally and in writing.
• Agile, team-oriented, communicative, independent, structured, and assertive.

Note: You will need to demonstrate your right to work in the UK, as we are unable to sponsor international workers for this role. International applicants must have an alternative right to work in the UK.