Project Manager for Product Development - Heating Systems (f/m/div.)

About the Position

Project Manager for Product Development - Heating Systems (f/m/div.)

Cacia, Aveiro, Portugal

The Bosch Group, with over 400,000 employees worldwide, is dedicated to impacting people’s lives and working towards a more sustainable future. Our Aveiro site, one of the largest production facilities for the Bosch Home Comfort division, is home to a Research and Development Center focused on innovative heating solutions for the residential segment. With over 1,400 employees, we bring together experts in mechanical engineering, connectivity, software solutions, industrialization, and quality.

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. We promise our associates growth, enjoyment in work, and mutual inspiration. Join us and experience the difference in mindsets, cultures, generations, identities, and perspectives. Bosch values diversity and equal opportunities, welcoming applications from people with disabilities and providing reasonable accommodations.

We are seeking a Project Manager to achieve our growth ambitions for hot-water storage tanks, aligning with our EMEA heat pump strategy. You will operate at the intersection of R&D, purchasing, and quality, leading supplier developments, securing high-value partnerships, and taking full ownership of the product lifecycle from initial concept to successful market launch.

Responsibilities

• Lead OEM supplier development initiatives within our global Make & Buy Strategy.
• Coordinate the development of new strategic sourcing partners in collaboration with Purchasing and Quality departments.
• Ensure externally sourced solutions meet Bosch Home Comfort's stringent quality standards and integrate seamlessly with our heat pump portfolio.
• Identify market trends, emerging technologies, and new materials to initiate innovation, feasibility, and cost-optimization projects.
• Take full ownership of the project lifecycle from initial concept and development to production ramp-up and market launch.
• Coordinate and inspire international, cross-functional teams across R&D, Procurement, Quality, and Product Management.
• Drive critical project decisions while ensuring adherence to timelines, target costs, and technical specifications.
• Communicate project progress and key milestones effectively to stakeholders at all organizational levels.

Requirements

• Education: University degree preferably in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical/management field.
• Experience: 3-5 years of proven professional experience in managing complex, international projects.
• Skills:
  • Strong experience in Time-to-Market (TTM) processes and managing product development life cycles.
  • Prior experience in the HVAC industry, ideally in hydraulics, heating systems, heat pumps, or similar thermal technologies.
  • Deep understanding of project scheduling, target costing, and technical product validation.
  • Good knowledge of supplier management, OEM collaborations, and Make & Buy strategies.
  • Skill in identifying market trends, competitor benchmarks, and emerging material technologies.
• Languages:
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken).
  • Fluency in German or any additional language is a valuable advantage.

Nice to Have

• A highly organized, goal-oriented, and structured approach to project management.
• Quick grasp of complex new topics and a proactive mindset in resolving bottlenecks.
• Resilient, assertive leader with a strong ability to motivate and inspire international, cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of interfacing confidently across various hierarchical levels.

We Offer

⚖️ Flexible work conditions

🔀 Hybrid work system

🌐 Exchange with colleagues around the world

🧑‍⚕️ Health insurance and medical office on site (general surgeon, psychology, physiotherapy, general clinic)

📚 Training opportunities (e.g., technical training, foreign languages training) & certifications

📈 Opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development

💲 Access to great discounts in partnerships and Bosch products

🏋️ Sports and health related activities

💰 Flexible benefits platform

🅿️ Free parking lot

🍽️ Canteen

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Make it happen! We are looking forward to your application!