Purchase Specialist – IoT Hardware_MPIN

Company Description

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services, in the areas of automotive technology, industrial technology, consumer goods, energy and building technology. In India Bosch Limited is the flagship company of the Bosch Group. As the largest auto component supplier in the country, setting a benchmark in the sectors it operates in, the company has to its credit several laurels. From a Bosch India perspective, we see a need to transform with new mind-sets -operating together with businesses, governments, and consumers- to imagine a future landscape focusing on efficient mobility concepts, clean energy needs, decentralized governance, convergence on connectivity etc. This will require new technologies, competencies, and partners, while still relying on traditional businesses on the journey towards creating a solutions & services mind-set. We are building multi sided digital platforms that will cater to the complete lifecycle of the vehicle business. And, at this point focus on the Integrated Marketing has increased in the Digital Platform Universe that we intend to create. We are working on building a capability in the company of Integrated Marketing and as a part of this we require a resource who could lead the Marketing Outreach activities for a set of value streams in Bosch Mobility Platform & Solutions (MPS). We are looking for an integrated Marketing and PR professional with a prior experience of 4-6 years in the Digital Commerce and / or B2B Marketing in the logistics space handling their communication and media mandate.

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced professional to join our team as an IoT Hardware and General Hardware Purchase Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing, evaluating both products & supplier and purchasing hardware components and systems, with a specific focus on IoT devices and associated technologies.

 You will work closely with vendors, internal stakeholders, and technical teams to ensure the timely procurement of high-quality hardware that meets our company’s needs and standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hardware procurement, Supplier evaluation & release excellent negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of IoT technologies and their applications.

Primary Responsibilities

• Research, evaluate, and select vendors and suppliers for IoT hardware components and general hardware based on quality, cost, reliability, and timeliness of delivery.
• Audit Supplier, end to end manufacturing & supply chain process & release as per Bosch standards
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with vendors to ensure favorable terms for the company.
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand hardware requirements and specifications for IoT projects and general hardware needs.
• Manage the procurement process from requisition to delivery, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints and project timelines.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and inventory levels.
• Monitor market trends, technology advancements, and regulatory changes related to IoT hardware and general hardware and advise management on potential impacts.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize procurement processes, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.
• E-Commerce management à Onboard the product on platform, release & contract with supplier as per e-commerce guidelines
• Returns management à Contract with supplier & Logistics Service Provider for customer return management.
• Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure timely receipt and distribution of purchased hardware.
• Resolve any issues or disputes with vendors regarding quality, delivery, or pricing discrepancies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Electronics & communication, or Mechanical Engineering
• Proven experience as a hardware purchase specialist, procurement officer, or similar role, with at least 3 years specifically focused on IoT hardware procurement.
• Deep understanding of IoT technologies, including sensors, embedded systems, connectivity protocols, and hardware platforms.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Expertise on relevant procurement software and SAP
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present information and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Additional Information

Functional and Behavioral Skills required:

• Understand the requirements / goals from function team, setting clear priorities and direction.
• Influence teams, and individuals positively. Leading by example and establishing confident relationships with stakeholders.
• Maximizes results and drives high performance from people while fostering collaboration across businesses and geographies.
• Analytical & conceptual thinking with systems / process orientation (end to end)
• Ability to communicate across horizontal & vertical stakeholders in the organization.
• Result focus and future orientation

Adaptability, Service orientation & connect with end user from the perspective of user experience