Mgr, Commercial

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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:
The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.
Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
Job Responsibilities:
General Job Duties

• Exhibit an objective, fair, and professional attitude that exemplifies the principles outlined in The MAGNA Employee's Charter to maintain a positive and productive workplace.
• Follow Decostar policies and display conduct expected of Decostar employees as described in the employee handbook.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and business objectives in the daily supervision of the operations of the company.
• Review and analyze Cost Cards and Price Breakdown Collaboration Documents and provide to Finance and Magna Account Managers for completion of the Quote Capital process and Customer submission.
• Review Engineering Change Quotes and present findings to both internal teams and customers as appropriate.
• Collaborate with Magna Account Managers to close open financial issues with customers.
• Participate in and present information/data as required by Magna Account Managers and customers.
• Review future capacity with cross-functional departments to ensure desired capacity levels.
• Ensure all TS16949 requirements (as they relate to departmental responsibilities) are complied with and assist in maintaining all required TS16949 forms and related documentation.
• Support and maintain the basic principles of the Employee Charter and Constitution by conducting business dealings honestly, ethically, and in strict compliance with all laws and regulations.

Specific Job Duties

• Act as a representative of Decostar to all tier II suppliers, developing long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships.
• Responsible for proper staffing levels and management of all Purchasing and Sales positions (8 total reports: 5 direct and 3 indirect).
• Maintain and achieve Purchasing and Sales KPI targets and report results to management.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor Purchasing/Sales Budget.
• Oversee, review, and approve Purchasing BOMs, working within the APQP process and aligning with cross-functional department requirements.
• Collaborate closely with Suppliers to obtain and develop desired products; requires travel both within and outside the U.S. on a frequent basis.
• Source and negotiate supplier quotes for materials.
• Maintain and review records of items purchased, costs, delivery, product performance, and inventories.
• Play an integral role in the APQP process from design phase through launch and continuous improvement to ensure successful programs.
• Continuously analyze the supply chain to identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve overall efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering and development teams to understand design cost drivers and control inputs.
• Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and determine need for changes.
• Analyze and monitor sales records, trends, and economic conditions to anticipate customer needs.
• Maintain and update required reporting for spend and savings analysis.
• Negotiate supplier price reductions in alignment with customer cost-reduction initiatives.
• Lead and facilitate new business quote meetings; work with cross-functional teams to gather required quote details, review with team members, and present finalized proposals to customers.

Skills and Experience Required

• Strong understanding of automotive operations, including molding, paint, and assembly processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels (verbal and written) with strong soft skills, particularly in sales and the ability to ask the right questions at the right time.
• Effective negotiator with superior analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience working with large, detailed sheets.
• Strong PC skills, including ERP system experience (QAD a plus), Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook (or comparable email system).
• Ability to travel, sometimes with little notice.
• Basic knowledge of applicable quality, health, safety, and environmental management systems.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects while meeting critical deadlines.
• Minimum of five (5) years of purchasing experience and (5) years of sales experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Experience working within a Tier 1 automotive supplier environment preferred.
• Must be highly motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of driving continuous improvement and cost savings.
• Knowledge of TS16949 and ISO requirements is a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or Purchasing preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform work while sitting for up to eight (8) hours on a continuous basis.
• Ability to stand, walk, or climb stairs for a minimum of eight (8) hours on a continuous basis.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and 50 pounds infrequently.
• Good vision at a close distance as well as color acuity required.
• Must be capable of performing a full range of repetitive motion for up to eight (8) hours a day.

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.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Exteriors