Purchasing Project Engineer - Flexible Work Options

Robert Bosch Tool Corporation NA; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert Bosch Tool Corporation NA in Mount Prospect, IL is seeking a purchasing/project management professional to drive supplier selection and budget management. You will coordinate with design teams and suppliers to meet project milestones and ensure quality compliance across components.

The role requires a engineering degree and 5–7 years in engineering or technical project management, plus strong negotiation and communication skills. On-site role with Bosch’s global purchasing framework.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial engineering.
• 5–7 years in engineering and/or technical project management.
• Experience in purchasing/costing/manufacturing a plus.
• PMP certification or negotiation experience a plus.
• Strong MS Excel and PowerPoint; good presentation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier selection for new parts in NPD with competitive pricing.
• Ensure project milestones are delivered per agreed schedule.
• Coordinate part approvals with design team and suppliers.
• Manage purchasing budgets and tooling expenses.
• Lead technical supplier discussions across multiple parts (plastic, machined, die cast, electrical & electronics).
• Collaborate with global purchasing team using Bosch processes.
• Own key departmental user functions in areas such as advanced negotiation and supplier contracts.

Skills

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Verbal & written communication

Teamwork

Excel proficiency

PowerPoint proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Engineering drawings

Cost accounting knowledge

Job description

Robert Bosch Tool Corporation NA in Mount Prospect, IL is seeking a purchasing/project management professional to drive supplier selection and budget management. You will coordinate with design teams and suppliers to meet project milestones and ensure quality compliance across components.

The role requires a engineering degree and 5–7 years in engineering or technical project management, plus strong negotiation and communication skills. On-site role with Bosch’s global purchasing framework.