Buyer

Magna International•Newaygo, MI

28d

About The Position

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. The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business or related field including purchasing and/or materials experience; or equivalent.
Knowledge of purchasing concepts, practices, and procedures related to buying and demonstrated ability to purchase materials/equipment/services, in substantial quantities.
Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate with internal and external contacts at all levels including experience developing suppliers.
Demonstrated excellent organizational skills in order to establish priorities, identify and set goals, meet deadlines, etc.
Proficiency with tools/equipment related to job (i.e. personal computers, manufacturing systems, etc.).
Proficient in Excel , Word, Microsoft office.
Three years purchasing and/or materials experience including commodity expertise related to respective area; or equivalent. (For Level II)
High level of expertise in developing suppliers necessary to meet cost, quality, delivery, and reliability needs. (For Level II)
Must be able to meet unique and complex design requests and address issues related to quality improvement. (For Level II)
Demonstrated excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills in order to perform job duties independently and make decisions that meet company goals and objectives. (For Level II)
Must be able to work on assignments that are broad in nature, involving a high degree of originality and ingenuity. (For Level II)
Eight years purchasing and/or materials experience; or equivalent. (For Level III)
Must be able to work with suppliers’ top professionals to meet unique and complex design requests and address issues related to quality improvements. (For Level III)
Demonstrated strong leadership/team facilitation skills to develop strategies, plan and assign staff for assignments, and lead, manage, and coordinate timing of assignments. (For Level III)

Responsibilities

Purchases materials, supplies, and services by developing, soliciting, and analyzing supplier quotations.
Coordinates activities with other departments to assure proper delivery, quality, reliability, and low-cost consistency.
Documents and maintains necessary records and files.
May work with agents and customs brokers for overseas material buying.
Locates new sources of supply, establishes new suppliers and coordinates order maintenance with existing suppliers.
Selects and/or recommends suppliers with who orders will be placed.
Develops and maintains relationships with suppliers.
Resolves conflicts that arise with supplier delivery schedules, raw materials, inventory, etc. working with Production Inventory Control (PIC) personnel and other areas to resolve escalated conflicts.
Assumes ultimate responsibility to ensure suppliers deliver quality product on time.
Develops and/or assists in developing strategies and solutions to continuously improve cost levels, stable sources of supply, high quality of commodities and other governing factors related to the Purchasing Department and adjacent areas.
Participates in continuous improvement activities that may include developing programs to improve supplier performance.
Tracks supplier performance and works with suppliers to continuously improve quality, delivery, cost, productivity and support.
Develops cost database detailing all material, labor, and overhead costs of purchased products and services.
Works with necessary departments to minimize costs and maximize efficiency of purchasing function.
Studies market trends and systems technology related to job.
Researches and recommends new product developments.
Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.