We are currently offering a permanent, full-time opportunity for an experienced and pro-active individual to join us as a Machine Repair Operations (MRO) Category Expert in the Purchasing Department. This role is based at our headquarters in Clayton, Victoria.
Position responsibilities will include:
- Support Bosch Australia Manufacturing Solutions (BAMS) projects with expertise in i-Buy tools and strategies.
- Conduct market research, manage tenders, apply Advanced Negotiation methods for competitive commercial outcomes, negotiate terms and finalise contracts for assigned sub-material fields and regional plants.
- Implement material field strategies and manage supplier relationships effectively.
- Collaborate with internal customers to ensure early involvement in project planning and execution.
- Identify and evaluate suitable suppliers to support BAMS business growth and introduce new suppliers as needed.
- Manage and finalise contracts for assigned suppliers, ensuring compliance with procurement processes.
- Utilise automated tools, including robotic process automation (training provided), to optimize purchasing operations.
- Ensure indirect purchasing processes adhere to compliance and regulatory requirements.
- Ability and flexibility to participate in global co-ordination meeting with key partners
