Global Project Lead – Heating Systems Product Development

BOSC; Aveiro; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

On-site medical office

Training opportunities

Job summary

Bosch Group in Aveiro seeks a project manager to drive growth of hot-water storage tanks, aligning with our EMEA heat pump strategy. You will operate at the intersection of R&D, purchasing and quality, lead supplier developments, secure high-value partnerships, and own the product lifecycle from concept to market launch.

You will coordinate international, cross-functional teams across R&D, Procurement, Quality and Product Management; manage Make & Buy strategies, target costs, and ensure timely

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of proven experience in managing complex, international projects.
• Strong experience with Time-to-Market (TTM) processes and product development lifecycles.
• Prior experience in HVAC, hydraulics, heating systems, heat pumps or similar thermal technologies.
• Deep understanding of project scheduling, target costing, and technical product validation.
• Knowledge of supplier management, OEM collaborations, and Make & Buy strategies.
• Ability to identify market trends, competitor benchmarks, and emerging material technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead OEM supplier development initiatives within our Make & Buy strategy.
• Coordinate development of new strategic sourcing partners with Purchasing and Quality.
• Ensure externally sourced solutions meet Bosch Home Comfort quality standards and integrate with heat pump portfolio.
• Take ownership of project lifecycle from concept to production ramp-up and market launch.
• Coordinate and inspire international, cross-functional teams across R&D, Procurement, Quality and Product Management.
• Drive critical project decisions with adherence to timelines, target costs and technical specifications.
• Communicate progress and milestones effectively to stakeholders at all levels.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Time-to-Market

Supplier management

Make & Buy

English fluency

German language (advantage)

Education

University degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Bosch Group in Aveiro seeks a project manager to drive growth of hot-water storage tanks, aligning with our EMEA heat pump strategy. You will operate at the intersection of R&D, purchasing and quality, lead supplier developments, secure high-value partnerships, and own the product lifecycle from concept to market launch.

You will coordinate international, cross-functional teams across R&D, Procurement, Quality and Product Management; manage Make & Buy strategies, target costs, and ensure timely