Category Expert

Company Description

Bosch Global Software Technologies Private Limited is a 100% owned subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH, one of the world's leading global supplier of technology and services, offering end-to-end Engineering, IT and Business Solutions. With over 27,000+ associates, it’s the largest software development center of Bosch, outside Germany, indicating that it is the Technology Powerhouse of Bosch in India with a global footprint and presence in the US, Europe and the Asia Pacific region.

Roles & Responsibilities :

• Execute strategic sourcing projects and RFx events across Professional Services categories including Temporary Labour, Consulting, Marketing & Communication Services, Travel & Mobility, Training and other business services.

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with category objectives, business requirements, risk management principles, and cost optimization targets.

• Partner with stakeholders to understand business demand, challenge requirements where appropriate, identify standardization opportunities, and drive effective demand management practices.

• Conduct spend analysis, market intelligence, benchmarking, supplier assessments, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) evaluations to support sourcing decisions.

• Lead commercial negotiations involving rate cards, statements of work, service agreements, framework contracts, and pricing models to deliver business value.

• Manage end-to-end sourcing activities including supplier identification, RFQ/RFP management, bid evaluation, supplier selection, and contracting.

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to improve service performance, innovation, cost competitiveness, and risk mitigation.

• Support supplier onboarding, supplier performance reviews, compliance assessments, and governance activities.