Category Expert - MAE Buyer

Bosch Global Software Technologies Private Limited is a 100% owned subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH, one of the world's leading global supplier of technology and services, offering end-to-end Engineering, IT and Business Solutions. With over 22,700 associates, it’s the largest software development center of Bosch, outside Germany, indicating that it is the Technology Powerhouse of Bosch in India with a global footprint and presence in the US, Europe and the Asia Pacific region.

Run sourcing projects for the assigned material fields and regions (Source to Contract)Engage with key suppliers to establish deep supplier relationships and build/extend relationships across the divisions (supplier mentorship).Manage suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and quality compliance, incl. data quality, supplier evaluation, contract managementLead the negotiation of complex contracts and event driven cost reductions and close resp. global contracts in regards with focus on purchasing automation / e-commerce & using indirect purchasing IT tools & platform

Design Negotiation Strategies and execute under competition as well as w/o competitionMaintain a high level of product and industry awareness to keep current on best practices, new suppliers, market trends, etc.

Define and implement category strategies that meet Bosch needs.

Effectively communicate category strategies to the internal stakeholders & Suppliers

Steer global/cross-divisional projects of strategical importance and effectively balancing the RFQ process and TCO evaluation of suppliers against the business stakeholder's requirements.

Perform total cost of ownership evaluations and supply-market researches

Evaluate complex situations to develop and implement a preferred solution for the maximum benefit of the business.

Drive continuous improvement in cost, delivery, and quality performance.

Maintain Master-Data in various IT systems

Handle cross-sectional tasks for departmental and organizational development.Ensure fulfillment of compliance requirementsCurrent scope Material Field: Machinery & Equipment which may change in future

Completed degree in electrical-, mechanical- or industrial engineering, or related

Experiences in Negotiation & International Suppliers Management Ability to work closely with business, engineering, and legal teams on issues to create strong commercial solutions for BoschHigh proficiency in MS office and other user IT-tools and systemsExcellent communication and ability to work in interdisciplinary teamsCompetent appearance and self-management of tasks