Analyst, Material Control

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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
As an engineering and manufacturing partner, Magna's Complete Vehicle group helps traditional OEMs and new entrants to bring their automotive visions to life. At Magna, you will work in an innovative, international and dynamic team, always pursuing the goal of delivering high-quality products. We work in a diverse environment with global development opportunities. Together with our employees we constantly strive to create a better world of mobility.
Job Responsibilities:
The Analyst, Material Control role is to ensure the timely supply of all purchased parts within the assigned area, from suppliers to the unloading location, while maintaining optimal inventory levels and data quality standards. This role autonomously monitors and controls a defined range of production parts, emphasizing inventory management and adherence to quality requirements. Orders and releases raw materials. Liaises between production and customer service. Conducts cycle counts and investigation. Monitors and tracks performance of suppliers. Assists in supplier development. Prepares and issues purchase orders for blanket production material at negotiated prices that meet divisional goals of cost competitiveness. Handles customs and brokerage issues for production material, equipment and supplies.
Your Tasks

• Responsible for timely disposition and tracking of assigned purchased parts from supplier to plant.
• Analyze and manage production-critical parts, including organizing urgent shipments when needed.
• Optimize stock range and minimize surplus material within the business unit.
• Process and evaluate complaint reports related to logistics and implement corrective measures.
• Ensure consistency and process improvements in subgroup operations, coordinating with group leadership.
• Lead and manage the defined group, including work scheduling, substitution planning, and motivating team members.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer and training among employees.
• Represent Material Control as needed and handle quality and logistics complaints in the quality platform.
• Create, archive, and process shipping orders, scrapping delivery notes, and material bookings in the Steyr Automotive System.
• Execute system corrections and archive booking requests as required.
• Coordinate with adjacent departments (Supplier Management, Materials Management, Plant, Shipping, Controlling, Invoice Revision, Documentation) for material flow and process optimization.
• Monitor shipping orders for delivery date adherence and escalate urgent complaints to appropriate processors.
• Diagnose and analyze system data, optimize records activities, and participate in internal and supplier meetings.
• Manage change processes, including coordination of part changes, new assignments, and discontinuation control of old parts.
• Maintain logistical supplier assessments, request and follow up on replacement deliveries, and escalate parts issues as needed.

Who we are looking for

• Degree or Certification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years experience in Supply Chain processes and planning
• SAP and basic IT understanding and database knowledge
• Fluent in English
• Data accuracy and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Automative Manufacturing
• Experience with system implementations or migrations
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Time Management & Organizational skills

Site Benefits
Detailed information on our benefits package will be provided as part of the recruitment process
And now: It's your turn!
We are looking forward to receiving your online application! Please include a copy of your resume.
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Steyr