Senior Manager Research and Innovation Policy, Focus Microelectronics/Semiconductors- German speaking

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Company Description

The Bosch Group is familiar to you, isn’t it? No? Know that we have progressive operations in automotive materials, automation technology, packaging machines, power tools, thermal technology, household appliances, security technology, etc. In 2021, we had a sales figure of approx. 78,8 billion EUR. Will you become a colleague of our approx. 402.600 employees? Then you will soon belong to one of the largest industrial companies in the world.

We will combine your strengths with ours. This strengthens our strongest assets, namely future-oriented thinking and working, delivering sound quality and offering knowledge of products and services.

Job Description

In Corporate Governmental Affairs of Robert Bosch GmbH, we are searching for a Senior Manager Research and Innovation Policy, Focus Microelectronics/Semiconductors- German Speaking

The position is based in Brussels.

Your Tasks

• Represent R&D&I interests of the Bosch Group, with a focus on the topic of microelectronics/semiconductors, towards the EU institutions and national governments;
• Support the design, structure and content of multi-national initiatives for microelectronics and its enabling technologies (e.g. Chips Act, IRA, IPCEI);
• Engage actively in political discussions with the EU institutions and corresponding organizations;
• Pre-competitive partnership and alliance management with other stakeholders along the value chain, including NGOs, customers, competitors, suppliers and academics;
• Analyze the landscape for microelectronics to initiate and support cooperations;
• Drafting of position papers and briefings for senior management;
• Follow discussions on relevant topics and keep close contacts with relevant internal Bosch stakeholders;
• Represent Bosch at conferences, attend committee and association meetings;
• Deepen the Bosch network with the Brussels-based innovation community and establish cross-links to German decision makers;
• Discuss policy opportunities with Bosch departments and provide general support.

Qualifications

• University graduate, preferably with a public policy background and in-depth knowledge of R&D policy as well as a strong understanding of technical issues;
• Demonstrable work experience in the area of innovation policy or within the scientific community;
• Understanding of EU decision-making;
• Ideally understanding of German policy processes;
• Ability to represent Bosch externally, with very good presentation and negotiation skills;
• Convincing, flexible and reliable team player with strong analytical skills and ready to take initiative;
• Ability to work under pressure and independently on a tight deadline.
• Fluent in German and English (both is a must)

Additional Information

Bosch offers a challenging independent function within a large and financially healthy company. Colleagues who assume that thanks to your professionalism and cooperation you achieve the best results.

A competitive salary package added with fringe benefits. In addition, our organization offers many opportunities regarding personal development.