MRO Clerk

Magna International•Duncan, SC

About The Position

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. JOB SUMMARY: 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. Locates new sources of supply, establishes new suppliers and coordinates order maintenance with existing suppliers. Resolves conflicts that arise with supplier delivery schedules, raw materials, inventory, etc. 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. Participates in continuous improvement activities. Tracks supplier performance and works with suppliers to improve quality, delivery, cost, productivity and support. Develops cost database detailing all material, labor, and overhead costs of purchased products and services. Studies market trends and technology related to job. Researches and recommends new product developments. Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

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.).
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint)
At least three years purchasing and/or materials experience including commodity expertise related to respective area; or equivalent.
High level of expertise in developing suppliers necessary to meet cost, quality, delivery, and reliability needs.
Must be able to meet unique and complex design requests and address issues related to quality improvement.
Demonstrated excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills in order to perform job duties independently and make decisions that meet company goals and objectives.
Must be able to work on assignments that are broad in nature, involving a high degree of originality and ingenuity.
Must be able to work with suppliers’ top professionals to meet unique and complex design requests and address issues related to quality improvements.
Demonstrated strong leadership/team facilitation skills to develop strategies, plan and assign staff for assignments, and lead, manage, and coordinate timing of assignments.
Must maintain proper vision requirements
Must be able to maintain alertness to their surroundings.
Must have a current and valid Driver’s License.
Must have working knowledge of English.

Responsibilities

Purchase Order Processing (Tooling/Capital)
Debit / Credit Memo Processing
Chargeback / Complaint (QPF) processing
Paint Debits / DMN Debits
PPV weekly and monthly reporting
Update Contracts
Issue Quote Recaps
Distribute Drawings to Suppliers in EO System
Other Purchasing / Sourcing Support
Participates in capital process to ensure proper evaluation and presentation of capital needs and compliance with approved budget.
Oversees end-of-year change over.
Assists with budget preparation related to PPV and VAVE.
Complies composite reports from individual reports of subordinates required by management or government agencies.
Prepares weekly, monthly, and annual forecasts.
Support USMCA trade compliance requirements.
Understand your responsibility for health and safety in the workplace.
Cooperate with OSHA inspectors.
Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment.
Follow all safety rules.
Report unsafe conditions immediately.
Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately.
Will not remove or make ineffective any protective device such as a guard, light curtain, etc.
Will not use or operate any machine or equipment that the employee is not trained to operate.
Will not use or operate any machine or equipment in a manner that may endanger any employee including themselves.
Train personnel to use the CMMS system as needed.
Coordinate and schedule all preventive and facility related work orders.
Obtain quotes for MRO facility related repairs or maintenance.
Coordinate with MRO suppliers to ensure pricing, sourcing, and delivery meets company need.
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.
Understands and follows existing Magna policies, procedures, work instructions and standards and makes recommendations for continuous improvements