Buyer - Batteries (Hybrid)

Commercial Buyer responsible of supplier strategy & mentoring aligned to core business field strategy and needs.Roles includes activities such as development of business model, in cooperation with product marketing dept, connect to the right supplier base, focus on automotive, Lithium Ion, RV, Marine and stationary batteries, contracting, sourcing process, planning and price negotiations, support serial delivery and quality topics, maintenance of operative systems.  Also includes project management to (participate and secure new product launch and product cost optimization).This role has contact with local and international networking (internal and external).Key tasks will include:Understanding and then driving the material field strategy for batteries in your region with cross functional support.Work closely to product marketing, visiting potential suppliers and market to understand which suppliers fits to the North America region.  Work with the strategic buyers, logistics, and purchasing quality to release the best solutions that fits to Bosch growth strategy and meet the deadlines of the project for the business.Efficiently navigate with the different purchasing tools to effectively send RFQ’s to the approved suppliers, and then compile the comparison of quotes to make an informed sourcing decision that result in the request for approvals.Follow up on Business plan targets.You will manage supplier selection based on Total Cost of Ownership criteria (incl. system cost comparison, quality, reliability, delivery, transport costs, long term production plan etc.).Conduct supplier visits and Quick Scan, assessing corporate social responsibility, quality basic principles, etc.Ensure awarded suppliers achieve program launch requirements.Lead annual price negotiations.You will lead cost reduction initiatives in all venues of your commodities.Drive change management for procured parts (ECR) and interface to material field and quality purchasing within the purchasing organization.You will assess and manage the sourcing risk for the commodities, considering geopolitical and financial risks.You will develop and execute strategies to promote and constantly improve existing supplier performance in our supply chain, including holding regular supplier reviews (QBRs) and annual supplier evaluations.