Embedded Software Category Buyer

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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:
Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That's what we're passionate about at Magna Electronics, and we do it by creating world-class Electronic systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex Electronic systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Electronics.
Job Responsibilities:
What you can expect
Responsible for a segment of Embedded Software in Category Purchasing with focus on commercial and contractual tasks in Sourcing of new Software and related issues in Program & Operations.

• Responsible for commercial topics with suppliers
  • Lead RFX activities to ensure compliance and optimal supplier selection
  • Negotiate license fees, development and support costs, payment terms and contractual agreements
• Lead Category Strategy development
  • Collaborate closely with engineering teams to align software selections with strategic goals
  • Conduct roadmap alignment reviews between purchasing and product area
  • Develop and execute category strategies to improve costs and supplier performance
  • Maintain and update global approved supplier list
• Responsible for negotiating and monitoring necessary contracts and agreements with suppliers within the segment
• Responsible for supplier relationships
  • Lead supplier onboarding and manage ongoing supplier relationships
  • Lead management meetings with suppliers
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for products, processes and tools

What you'll bring

• University degree in relevant field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the automotive industry
• Previous experience working with embedded software in automotive environments, in engineering, project management, purchasing or other similar roles
• Strong understanding of automotive software development processes and embedded systems architecture
• Advanced negotiation skills
• Advanced analytical skills
• Advanced contract and risk understanding competencies
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Advanced communication skills (internal customers, engineering teams, suppliers)
• Advanced presentation skills
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal
• Good team and people skills, including interpersonal skills required to collaborate with engineering teams and cross-functional stakeholders in a technical environment
• Able to work effectively in a global and cross-cultural environment

What we offer

• Flexible working hours and hybrid work
• Health programs, sports and team events
• An extensive training program and exciting internal development opportunities
• Meal allowance

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 Electronics