Purchasing Controller for Indirect Materials

2 semanas atrás


Ovar, Portugal Bosch Group Tempo inteiro
Job Description

As a Purchasing Controller for indirect materials, you will be responsible for overseeing the indirect purchasing activities within the organization. This involves gathering relevant data, developing and measuring adequate KPIs, and proposing corrective actions. Unlike direct purchasing, which involves goods directly used in the production process, indirect purchasing involves items such as office supplies, equipment, maintenance services, utilities, and the like.

Your Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze purchasing data to generate insightful Purchasing Management reports on performance and competitiveness for all indirect spent.
  • Identify aspects that have an impact on target achievement and propose appropriate measures in case of deviation.
  • Track and support Cost Center planning for Budget and Headcount in the global Purchasing organization.
  • Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of Indirect spent.
  • Prepare, support, or develop standard and ad-hoc reports using up-to-date IT Tools (SAP, Power BI, Python, and others).

Requirements:

  • Degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Professional experience in the field of purchasing controlling or controlling with insights into purchasing and purchasing processes.
  • Experience in SAP (R/3 or ECC) and professional command of MS Excel.
  • Experience with purchasing S2O solutions e.g. SAP Ariba, Jaggaer or Ivalua; Power BI is desirable.
  • Experience in business intelligence and/or data analytics and data visualization methods and tools.
  • Intercultural competencies of advantage.
  • Ability to handle multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment are necessary.
  • Flexibility and quick adaptability to new situations are crucial.
  • Proactive and agile taking on of issues and development of solutions.
  • Transparent, reliable, and precise working manner.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
  • Outstanding business proficiency in English is required (verbally and writing).
  • CV only in English.
  • Willingness to travel.

What We Offer:

  • Flexible work conditions | Hybrid work system | Exchange with colleagues around the world | Health insurance and medical office on site (nutrition, psychology, physiotherapy, general clinic) | Training opportunities (p.e., technical training, foreign languages training) & certifications | Access to great discounts in partnerships and Bosch products | Sports and health related activities (gym) | Free parking lot | Canteen.

Make a Difference with Us:

We are looking for a talented individual to join our team and contribute to our success. If you are a motivated and experienced professional with a passion for purchasing controlling, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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