Project Manager for Product Development - Heating Systems (f/m/div.)

Bosch; Cacia; Híbrido; EUR 55 000 - 70 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Flexible work conditions

Hybrid work system

Health insurance and medical office on

Training opportunities and certs

Career progression and development

Discounts on Bosch products

Sports and health activities

Flexible benefits platform

Free parking

Canteen

Resumo da oferta

Bosch Aveiro is seeking a project manager to drive growth for hot-water storage tanks, coordinating R&D, Purchasing and Quality to deliver from concept to market launch.

You will lead OEM supplier development, build strategic partnerships, manage international cross-functional teams and ensure on-time, within-cost delivery of innovative thermal technologies.

Qualificações

• University degree preferably in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical/management field.
• 3-5 years of proven professional experience in managing complex, international projects.
• Prior experience in the HVAC industry, ideally in hydraulics, heating systems, heat pumps, or similar thermal technologies.
• Deep understanding of project scheduling, target costing, and technical product validation.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken). Fluency in German or any additional language is a valuable advantage.
• A highly organized, goal-oriented, and structured approach to project management.
• A resilient, assertive leader with a strong ability to motivate and inspire international, cross-functional teams.

Responsabilidades

• Lead OEM supplier development initiatives within our global Make & Buy Strategy.
• Coordinate development of new strategic sourcing partners with Purchasing and Quality departments.
• Ensure externally sourced solutions meet Bosch Home Comfort's quality standards and integrate with our heat pump portfolio.
• Identify market trends, emerging technologies, and new materials to initiate innovation, feasibility, and cost-optimization projects.
• Take full ownership of the project lifecycle—from concept and development 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 while ensuring timelines, target costs, and technical specifications.
• Communicate project progress and milestones effectively to stakeholders at all levels.

Conhecimentos

English (Fluent)

German (Nice to have)

Formação académica

University degree in Engineering or Business

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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

We are looking for a project manager to achieve our growth ambitions for hot-water storage tanks, in close alignment with our EMEA heat pump strategy. Operating at the intersection of R&D, purchasing, and quality, you will lead supplier developments, secure high-value partnerships, and take full ownership of the product lifecycle from initial concept to successful market launch:

Your contribution to something big:

• Lead OEM supplier development initiatives within our global Make & Buy Strategy.
• Coordinate the development of new strategic sourcing partners in close collaboration with Purchasing and Quality departments.
• Ensure externally sourced solutions meet Bosch Home Comfort's stringent quality standards and seamlessly integrate with our heat pump portfolio.
• Identify market trends, emerging technologies, and new materials to initiate innovation, feasibility, and cost-optimization projects.
• Take full ownership of the project lifecycle- from initial concept and development 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 while ensuring strict adherence to timelines, target costs, and technical specifications.
• Communicate project progress and key milestones effectively to stakeholders at all organizational levels.

Qualifications

What distinguishes you:

Education:

• University degree preferably in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical/management field.

Experience:

• 3-5 years of proven professional experience in managing complex, international projects.
• Strong experience working within Time-to-Market (TTM) processes and managing product development life cycles.
• Prior experience in the HVAC industry, ideally in the field of hydraulics, heating systems, heat pumps, or similar thermal technologies.

Know how:

• Deep understanding of project scheduling, target costing, and technical product validation.
• Good knowledge of supplier management, OEM collaborations, and Make & Buy strategies.
• Skill in identifying market trends, competitor benchmarks, and emerging material technologies.

Languages:

• Fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Fluency in German or any additional language is a valuable advantage.

Working Style and Methods:

• A highly organized, goal-oriented, and structured approach to project management.
• Quick grasp of complex new topics and a proactive mindset in resolving bottlenecks.

Personality:

• A resilient, assertive leader with a strong ability to motivate and inspire international, cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of interfacing confidently across various hierarchical levels.

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

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