Strategic Global Buyer: Surface & Heat Treatment

Bosc; Braga; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical office on site

Social Services Office on site

Career progression opportunities

Training opportunities and certifi c c

Discounts on Bosch products

Sports and health activities

Great access to public transports

Free transport from Porto

Job summary

Bosch Car Multimedia, S.A. is seeking a Buyer for Surface & Heat Treatment to shape global purchasing strategies and secure a competitive supplier landscape. The role involves collaborating with suppliers and stakeholders worldwide to drive innovation and sustainable value for Bosch.

You will work in an international environment with cross-functional teams, focusing on cost optimization, supplier readiness, and risk mitigation to ensure stable supply for growing production demands.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Purchasing, Strategic Procurement, Commodity Management, or Supply Chain Management.
• Experience working with suppliers and managing procurement-related activities in an international environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and derive actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global category strategies for Surface & Heat Treatment commodities.
• Analyze purchasing, supplier, and market data to identify opportunities for consolidation, standardization, and cost optimization.
• Drive supplier performance and support the implementation of strategic purchasing initiatives.
• Lead ramp-up activities for new projects, ensuring supplier readiness and stable supply for increasing production demands.
• Identify and mitigate supply risks by coordinating sourcing alternatives and expediting actions when required.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across functions and levels to ensure alignment and successful project execution.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and business partners in an international environment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance procurement efficiency and supply chain resilience.

Skills

Analytical skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Education

Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or related field

Job description

Bosch Car Multimedia, S.A. is seeking a Buyer for Surface & Heat Treatment to shape global purchasing strategies and secure a competitive supplier landscape. The role involves collaborating with suppliers and stakeholders worldwide to drive innovation and sustainable value for Bosch.

You will work in an international environment with cross-functional teams, focusing on cost optimization, supplier readiness, and risk mitigation to ensure stable supply for growing production demands.