About the role

AI summarised

The Regional Lead Buyer for East Asia drives purchasing excellence and supply chain optimization within a matrixed automotive and industrial organization. This role focuses on developing material field strategies, managing supplier relationships, and leading complex sourcing activities to ensure cost-effectiveness and high quality standards.

IndustrialOnsitePurchasing

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement material field strategies and consolidate global/area demand to optimize sourcing
Identify, assess, and select suppliers for projects, ensuring compliance with internal standards through on-site evaluations (RPA, CSR checks)
Evaluate annual supplier performance, manage supply risks, and drive supplier development initiatives to improve overall supplier capabilities
Lead RFQs and annual price negotiations to achieve cost-effective sourcing and manage sourcing decisions, cost reduction activities, and price benchmarking
Plan and track purchasing targets and KPIs to ensure alignment with business objectives, and provide regional input for Current Forecast processes
Manage all supplier contracts, ensuring timely renewals and system updates to maintain accurate records and compliance

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in the Automotive, Technical Products, or Trade Goods industry
Professional experience in purchasing or procurement is an advantage
Strong strategic mindset with proven ability to drive purchasing excellence within a complex, matrixed organization
Advanced analytical mindset with experience leveraging AI technologies to enhance data interpretation, forecasting, risk assessment, and continuous improvement within procurement operations
Advanced skills in tendering, negotiation, and vendor management
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills
Awareness of local and international procurement regulations and standards
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment, collaborate across global teams, and demonstrate strong team player qualities
Familiar in procurement related IT systems and digital tools
Familiarity with Bosch purchasing structures, processes, and governance is an advantage
Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Engineering, or a related field
Fluent English (written and spoken) is required to effectively communicate with global teams and stakeholders
Demonstrate flexibility and readiness to undertake domestic and international travel to support procurement activities, supplier visits, and cross regional collaboration