Global Commodity Buyer (f/m/div.)

As a Global Commodity Buyer, you will play a key role in shaping Bosch's global purchasing strategy and ensuring a competitive, resilient, and sustainable supply base.

Your contribution to something big:

• Drive commodity and part family strategies by analyzing market and supplier data, identifying opportunities for standardization, consolidation, and cost optimization.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies that support Bosch's global business objectives and long-term supply chain competitiveness.
• Manage supplier capacities for new and existing projects, ensuring readiness to meet business demands and future growth requirements.
• Lead supplier discussions and negotiations related to capacity planning, commercial conditions, and supply chain performance.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders across international locations.
• Act as a trusted partner for cross-functional teams, proactively identifying opportunities, mitigating risks, and driving sustainable solutions.
• Oversee contract management activities and contribute to supplier risk assessment and mitigation initiatives.
• Monitor market developments and industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.

What distinguishes you:

Education

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

Experience

• Experience in Purchasing, Procurement, Commodity Management, Supply Chain Management, or a comparable business function.
• Experience working with suppliers in an international environment is highly valued.

Know-how

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into business decisions.
• Knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiation, and supply chain processes.
• Understanding of capacity planning and supplier risk management principles.
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

Languages

• Fluent in English.
• German language skills are a plus.

Working Style and Methods

• Structured, proactive, and solution-oriented approach.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic and international environment.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Personality

• Self-motivated and resilient.
• Team player with a customer-focused mindset.
• Curious, adaptable, and eager to drive continuous improvement.

Work #LikeABosch includes:

⚖️ Flexible work conditions

🔀 Hybrid work system

🌐 Exchange with colleagues around the world

🛡️ Health insurance

🧑‍⚕️ Medical office (psychology and general clinic) & Social Services Office on site

📚 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

🚉 Great access to public transports

🚌 Free transport from Porto

💰 Flexible benefits platform

🅿️ Free parking lot

🍽️ Canteen

 

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Make it happen! We are looking forward to your application!