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About The Position

Requirements

• Post Secondary Education
• 1-3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain (automotive/manufacturing preferred)
• Exposure to ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred)
• Understanding of BOMs, production environment, and supplier manufacturing processes is an asset
• Experience with RFQ processes, cost breakdowns, and supplier quoting is an advantage

Nice To Haves

• Automotive manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders in accordance with Magna procurement procedures
• Track supplier deliveries to ensure on-time performance and support issue resolution (shortages, delays, premium freight)
• Support sourcing activities including RFQs, supplier comparisons, and cost analysis (piece price, tooling, logistics)
• Assist in supplier negotiations focused on cost reduction, payment terms, and contract compliance
• Maintain accurate pricing, supplier data, and purchase records within ERP/MRP systems
• Monitor inventory levels and support production requirements to prevent line disruptions
• Collaborate with engineering and program teams on part changes, new launches, and supplier transitions
• Support supplier performance tracking (delivery, quality, cost) and escalate issues as needed
• Analyze market trends and raw material fluctuations (e.g., aluminum, steel) to support cost management initiatives
• Ensure compliance with Magna’s procurement policies, customer requirements, and automotive standards (IATF, ISO)
• Act as the primary security subject matter expert for CTPAT in the division
• Implement and manage the CTPAT program within their assigned division
• Ensure local processes comply with CBP minimum security criteria
• Coordinate team members to ensure the correct implementation and follow-up of the program
• Schedule and coordinate internal audits
• Ensure proper document control with respect to CTPAT requirements
• Update the required information on the CTPAT portal in a timely manner
• Send the required ASPR documents for review and approval to the Group Trade Compliance Manager & Magna's Director of Border Security and Asset Protection
• Participate in cross-divisional initiatives and standardization efforts
• Escalate risks, gaps, and resource needs through the functional reporting line

Benefits

• We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed.
• wide range of development prospects
• diverse workforce is critical to our success
• equal opportunity employer