Purchasing Assistant/Junior Buyer for Material Category Rubber (m/f/div)
We are looking for a Purchasing Assistant/Junior Buyer for Material Category Rubber to join our team.
Supplier & material field strategy: Supports the analysis of part family data, identifies opportunities for consolidation and standardization, and develops and implements part family planning strategies, demonstrating a deeper understanding of supply chain optimization and cost reduction through part family management.
Support specialist buyers in negotiations: Assists in negotiations on quantities, prices, delivery dates, and conditions, and prepares key data (e.g., sales, structure, market, and competitive situation).
Ramp-up and Ramp-Down activities: Independently secures capacities with suppliers for new projects, demonstrating an understanding of supplier capabilities and coordinating with suppliers to ensure readiness for increased demand.
Bottleneck Management: Assists in identifying and communicating material shortages at suppliers to internal stakeholders, supporting the coordination of alternative sourcing options and expediting orders to mitigate supply chain disruptions.
Stakeholder Management: Proactively communicates topics and finds the best solutions for Bosch.
IT Systems: Masters and improves the IT systems used in Purchasing (PILUM, SAP).
Your profile
What distinguishes you:
Education: Master's degree
Experience and Know-How: Good analytical skills. Negotiation experience is a plus.
Languages: Fluent in English. Knowledge of German is a plus.
Working Style and Methods: Ability to manage business relationships with international stakeholders and suppliers.
Personality: Self-motivated, capable of coping with difficult situations, a team player with flexibility, and good communication skills.
Contact & additional information
Exchange with colleagues worldwide.
Health insurance and on-site medical services (psychology and general clinic).
Training opportunities (e.g., technical, language) & certifications.
Opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development.
Access to discounts through partnerships and Bosch products.
Sports and health activities.
Good public transport access and free transport from Porto.
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About us
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Welcome to Braga
In Braga, a city with over 2000 years of history, in the heart of Minho, you'll find Portugal's biggest development site. Bosch Braga focuses on mobility and automotive sectors, producing displays, sensors, airbags, and brakes, helping to save lives. With over 30 nationalities, we employ 4000 people across development, production, marketing, logistics, HR, and accounting.
Well connected to public transport
Good connections, company bike leasing, free public transport tickets, subsidized climate tickets, or employee parking.
Employee discounts
Discounted conditions and subsidized cultural and leisure events.
Flexible and mobile work
Flexitime, part-time, job sharing, home office, and flexible days off.
Free Parking
On-site parking, bicycle parking, secure rental spaces, e-bike charging stations.
Company doctor on site
Occupational health care, counseling, vaccinations, health insurance, workshops, and company pension schemes.
Transport to Porto & Braga
Training & certifications
Health and sports activities
Catering facilities
Healthy meals at subsidized prices, free coffee.
Health Insurance
Coverage details available upon request.
Global collaboration
Exchange with colleagues worldwide.
Welcome to Bosch
With over 400,000 employees in 60 countries, Bosch impacts lives and promotes sustainability. Bosch Car Multimedia in Braga develops car multimedia solutions and sensors for connected and autonomous mobility. Join us to shape the future with innovative technologies and services. We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities, welcoming applications from people with disabilities and providing accommodations during recruitment and employment processes.
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