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What we offer:Job Responsibilities:
JOB SUMMARY:
Directs and coordinates activities of personnel engaged in purchasing and distributing raw materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies in organization by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepares instructions regarding purchasing systems and procedures. Prepares and issues purchase orders. Analyzes market and delivery conditions to determine present and future material availability and prepares market analysis reports. Reviews purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy. Develops and installs clerical and office procedures and practices, studies workflow, and sequence of operations. Seeks improvements in methods, suppliers, goods, and services in order to meet cost reduction goals. Oversees the reporting of supplier performance to quality, delivery, and cost criteria. Supervises the approved supplier listing and performance reporting. Acts as a liaison between suppliers and departments, and also between departments on purchasing issues. Establishes long term goals for purchasing to meet corporate goals. Responsible for the following commodities: Injection molding; zinc die-casting; mirror gas; springs; electro chromatic elements; production tooling; tool repair, etc. Resolves worker grievances or submits unsettled grievances to Human Resources for action. Shares oversight and supervisory responsibilities for environmental compliance issues. Conducts and participates in continuous improvement and problem-solving activities. demonstrates EHS leadership by leadership by setting a good example. Makes sure employee concerns related to EHS are addressed and contacts the EHS Department if further assistance is needed. Ensures and promotes continual improvement and safety performance through key performance indicators. Ensure associates receive training on how to perform their jobs safely. Ensure SDS are reviewed prior to any purchase and approval of safety is documented prior to release of PO. Ensure Division safety requirements are reviewed by any contractors working for the division. Ensure that all suppliers are meeting the required safety regulations for product and service needs.
REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and employees. Ability to make decisions on what commodities to buy, who to buy from, what price to pay, how to organize the department, establishing the budget, etc. Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university recommended. 4-6 years purchasing and 3 years supervisory/management experience preferred. CPM preferred. Must have working knowledge of English.
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 / PermanentGroup:
Skills Required
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
- Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and employees
- Ability to make purchasing, supplier, pricing, departmental organization, and budget decisions
- Working knowledge of English
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university
- Four to six years of purchasing experience
- Three years of supervisory or management experience
- Certified Purchasing Manager certification
What the Team is Saying
Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials highlight comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance in the U.S., paired with wellness initiatives and a confidential Employee & Family Assistance Program.
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Retirement Support — U.S. filings and recruiting pages describe a 401(k) with a 50% match on the first 6%, a deferred profit‑sharing component, and at some sites a 3% base company contribution after six months.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Profit sharing and performance‑linked rewards are embedded in the total‑rewards philosophy and documented in filings, with recent materials indicating these programs remain active.
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What We Do
We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries. We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.
Why Work With Us
At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Majority of roles are hybrid with flexibility. Please speak with our recruiting team for specific details on hybrid work.
