Company Description

Welcome to Bosch

Cars drive autonomously, machines speak to each other, and houses become smarter. At Bosch, we turn these visions into reality to improve the quality of life for people all over the world. Start something big and become a part of forward thinkers where you can create something remarkable: Invented for life.

The Bosch unit in Aveiro belongs to the Thermotechnology division and manages the global business unit of residential water. About 1,300 associates are responsible for the development, production and marketing of innovative solutions that make homes smarter, more efficient and environment friendly. The company' success lies in its highly specialized and innovative team, and on the technological know-how which makes Bosch the leader in the water heaters market in Europe.

Bosch is on the way to becoming one of the leading companies worldwide in the field of the Internet of Things (IoT). In the Research and Development Center of Bosch Thermotechnology in Aveiro, more than 200 engineers contribute to making homes and cities more intelligent and efficient by developing solutions for Bosch business units and divisions around the globe. From hardware to software, we have all kinds of opportunities waiting for you.

Job Description

Your contribution to something big:

As a Purchasing Engineer inside the Execution Open Flue team you will be responsible for the technical purchasing of new parts and components in development projects, drive time to market process and introduction of new parts. You wil be expected to:

• Lead technical discussions with suppliers and engineering, promoting supplier visits and simultaneous engineering sessions;
• Initiate, coordinate and bring forward preventative quality;
• Focus on target costing, identify cost improvement ideas with suppliers, and provide cost estimation and tracking;
• Contribute to achieve target costs and target dates for milestones and quality;
• Align strategy, communication and processes with TTRW/PUR department;
• Prepare supplier awarding for new parts, and ensure the project schedule in respect to part deliveries;
• Be involved in Research Feasibility projects.

Qualifications

What distinguishes you:

• Academic degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Physics engineering or equivalent;
• >5 years of working experience in Purchasing or Engineering;
• Experienced in applying negotiation tools;
• Structured and analytical way of working;
• Results oriented and pro-active attitude;
• High level of English proficiency;
• High level of social skills;
• Availability for traveling;
• PC literate (e. g.: MS Office);
• SAP knowledge is a plus.

Additional Information

What we offer you:

Challenges in an international environment | career opportunities in one of the best companies in the world | flexible hours | medical services | discounts for employees | sports and health related activities | canteen | free parking | space for creativity.

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