Manager Program Purchasing

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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 Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain 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 Powertrain.
Job Responsibilities:
Position: Manager Program Purchasing
Lead Purchasing acquisition, launch and serial programs. Achieve milestones and cost targets. Build up KPI system to able to steer successful programs. Report program success to upper management. Develop a high performing team of buyer, senior buyers. Being a role model
Leadership & People Management:

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of Program Buyers
• Act as first escalation level and sparring partner for team members.
• Conduct performance reviews, talent development, and succession planning.
• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Strategic Program Oversight:
• Serve as the purchasing lead in all relevant project meetings, including management board reviews.
• Drive acquisition projects and represent purchasing in cross-functional SE/Core Teams.
• Ensure alignment of sourcing strategies with program and corporate objectives.
• Oversee and support cost down activities during launch phases.
• Moderate and lead/coordinate the Sourcing Council committee
• Operational Excellence:
• Manage execution of all sourcing activities including RFQs, supplier selection, negotiations, and nominations.
• Monitor BOM cost development and ensure that team members take care of the implementation of any changes to purchased parts (time, cost, quality).
• Support the quote process and prescreen customer inquiries in collaboration with the RFQ team.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, reporting tools, and KPI dashboards.
• Drive Process enhancements, implement lessons learned as well as best practice activities
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Interface/Escalation to Engineering, Program Management, Quality, and Finance to ensure aligned program execution.
• Lead purchasing optimization initiatives and support process transformation
• Collaborate with global purchasing teams to harmonize tools and best practices.
• Supplier & Market Engagement:
• Strenghten and maintain strategic supplier relationships.
• Identify sourcing opportunities and drive cost optimization initiatives.
• Monitor market trends and support the development of a resilient supply chain.
• Bachelor's Degree required with a business or technical emphasis
• • Strategic and solution-oriented thinker and implementer of effective tactical plans
• • Leading competences and proven experience in managing complex projects• 3-5 years of experience in similar positions including leader functions, relevant experience within the automotive industry preferred• Excellent skills and experience in leading teams• Ability to understand global footprints and their interfaces, find synergies cross continent and have a vision of the "Big picture"• Proficient in Microsoft Office (PPT, Excel)• Business Fluent in English language• Communication and teamwork skills, negotiation skills, and persuasiveness.• Very good knowledge of development processes in the automotive environment• Experience in managing employees. Strong problem-solving abilities, a high sense of quality, and confident demeanor when dealing with customers and suppliers.• Willingness to travel (approx. 20-25% domestic and international)

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 Powertrain