Purchasing Manager

Magna International•Troy, MI

15h

About The Position

This role is responsible for leading all procurement activities supporting manufacturing operations, including sourcing of production materials, services, and indirect supplies. The Purchasing Manager will develop and manage the supplier network, support cross-functional business needs, and ensure continuity of supply while meeting cost, quality, and delivery expectations. This position also plays a key role in advancing purchasing systems and processes, proactively identifying supply chain risks and impacts, and ensuring adherence to established controls, compliance requirements, and standard work practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
5–8 years of progressive purchasing experience in automotive or industrial manufacturing
Minimum 3 years in a supervisory/leadership role
Strong background in supplier negotiation, contract management, and cost analysis

Nice To Haves

CPM and/or CPSM certification preferred

Responsibilities

Lead all sourcing and procurement activities supporting plant operations
Develop, manage, and strengthen relationships with domestic and global suppliers
Ensure supply continuity by proactively addressing delivery, quality, and capacity risks
Identify and implement cost reduction, value optimization, and process improvement opportunities
Drive alignment between purchasing activities and production and customer requirements
Oversee supplier performance management, including corrective actions when required
Lead RFQ/RFP processes, including sourcing strategies, bid packages, and commercial evaluations
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and long-term supply agreements
Manage supplier selection, qualification, audits, and performance reviews
Monitor market trends and supply base conditions to anticipate risk and mitigation actions
Reconcile purchasing discrepancies (invoice, PO, contractual variances)
Support capital and production purchasing in collaboration with Finance and Operations
Ensure compliance with internal policies, external regulations, and quality system requirements
Support audit readiness and document control activities related to purchasing systems
Drive supplier innovation and material/process improvements
Support special projects as assigned
Practice and maintain integrity while following Magna’s Charter and Constitution.
Follow Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.
Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF 16949).
Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency and reduce cost.
Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure duties of self are performed in a safe manner.
Understand applicable Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace.
Report unsafe conditions immediately.
Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately.
Follow safety rules.
Comply with requirements for the use or operation of machines or equipment.
Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
Create a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge.
Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external customers.
Treat everyone with dignity, trust and respect.
Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.