Undergraduate Direct Purchasing Student

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Bosch Australia is seeking a motivated Undergraduate Direct Purchasing Student for a 12-month full-time placement at Clayton, starting July 2026. You will join the Purchasing team handling administration, SAP tasks and coordination, gaining exposure to project purchasing and Mobility Automotive procurement projects. Ideal candidates are Mechanical or Electrical Engineering undergraduates who are detail-oriented, proactive, and strong communicators, with solid MS Office skills and an interest in applying AI to innovation; prior purchasing experience is a plus. To apply, tailor your cover letter and resume to show procurement interest, SAP or project experience, teamwork and willingness to learn, and submit one document with cover letter, resume and academic transcript plus evidence of Australian work rights.

Company Description

Bosch’s comprehensive yet personalised undergraduate student program is the perfect way to launch your career! In this paid position, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with industry professionals in a vibrant, fast-paced environment for 12 months, possibly longer. Working collaboratively within your team, with your own tasks and responsibilities you will experience working life in a supportive environment. Bosch students are not only valued but also play a vital role in the company’s success. As one of over 80 fellow students, if you’re successful in your application, you’ll be encouraged to explore exciting opportunities across the various elements of our business.

With its more than 470 locations worldwide, the Bosch Group has been carbon neutral overall (scopes 1 & 2 of the Greenhouse Gas Protocol Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standard) since 2020. This is achieved with four levers: improving energy efficiency, generating energy from renewable sources, purchasing green electricity, and offsetting residual CO₂ emissions with carbon credits. Visit sustainability.bosch.com for further information on the Bosch Group’s sustainability strategy.

The Project Management and Preventive Quality Planning Purchasing team manages different projects, from platform and customer specific application projects to pre-series and series business until end of production. We are the purchasing interface to business divisions and internal customers of Mobility Purchasing.  We are responsible for preventative quality planning and change management for purchased parts and technical projects.

Job Description

Robert Bosch (Australia) Pty Ltd is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Undergraduate Direct Purchasing Student to join our Purchasing Department on a full-time basis for 12-months commencing July 2026 based at our Clayton headquarters.

You will gain valuable experience and knowledge as an integral part of our Purchasing team.

Some of the tasks that you will undertake include: 

• Supporting the direct purchasing team on administration, purchasing preparation, SAP System and internal/external co-ordination and communication tasks.
• Serve as the first point of contact for local user departments for various materials to support the procurement of material to support material acquisition.
• Supporting Project purchasing in planning a procurement strategy and making recommendations to support their projects.
• Liaising and support work packages for Mobility Automotive Procurement Project Management Team.

You will find opportunities to develop your expertise and broaden your tertiary studies. A strong support network will smooth your entry into working life: your supervisor and other team members will be there to help you succeed!

Qualifications

To be considered for our Student Program, you are required to meet the following criteria:

• Be currently enrolled in a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Undergraduate degree.
• Demonstrate the ability to be a detail-oriented and proactive self-starter.
• Have excellent organisational, time management, communication and interpersonal skills
• Have experience with MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Have an interest in utilising Artificial Intelligence for innovation.
• Previous experience in Purchasing would be advantageous.

Additional Information

Undergraduate Program Benefits Include:

• 12 month paid placements with potential for further opportunities to extend
• Flexibility around your study commitments or alternatively we welcome you full-time
• Participation in our Students@Bosch Program, which includes work and social activities, which are designed to encourage and support your career
• Opportunities to develop and grow your skills in tandem with your tertiary studies within a multinational corporate environment
• Work on exciting projects that push the boundaries of technology
• Cross functional opportunities
• A diverse and broad student placement
• Formalised training and ongoing support as introduction into the workplace

If you are an enthusiastic, energetic person who is passionate about working for an organisation where you can grow, develop and put your studies into real world practice, we would love to hear from you.

What BOSCH Can Offer You

As a values-based organisation, we foster and engage a high-performing culture, and value and promote a diverse workforce, supporting equal opportunities for all of our employees. Bosch provides students with an excellent opportunity to learn and develop skills while working in a professional environment of a large, progressive multinational organisation, championing quality and innovation.

As an employer, we offer you:

• Attractive remuneration and conditions
• A staff discount on company products
• On site car parking
• An internal network of students, to support your placement and learning
• Access to an Employee Volunteering Program

Applying for this vacancy

We are committed to building a sustainable, inclusive, and diverse workforce in all its forms.  We value diversity in our organisation and in our recruitment activities and believe that every voice adds value. We actively pursue a recruiting strategy that works towards eliminating unconscious bias.

If this role interests you and you are excited to work with Bosch, send in your application and include your Cover Letter, Resume and Academic Transcript in one single document (PDF or Word) outlining how you meet the requirements of the position.

Please note: You need to be an Australian citizen or hold appropriate Australian work rights to apply for this role.