Magna
Strategic Commodity Buyer, Americas (Resins/Plastics/Paint)
Troy, Michigan, US
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 11 hours ago
ComplianceSupply ChainLogisticsProcess ImprovementHRISContract ManagementUnityCommunication
About the role
- Regional / Divisional commodity responsibility for sourcing, sourcing decisions, negotiations and managing the supply base for a segment or group of suppliers in respect with purchasing policy, internal code of Ethics, internal safety and environment rules.
Responsibilities
- In coordination with the Global Commodity Director, Regional Lead Commodity Buyer, as well as Commodity Purchasing counterpart in other global regions, develop and implement commodity strategies in assigned commodity(ies) (technology, footprint, quality, economics, supply base reduction / consolidation, etc.).
- Manage RFQ's to the supply base according to the commodity strategy to support Operational Purchasing programs (current and new).
- Utilize a total cost approach to optimize piece prices for new and existing business in the assigned commodities.
- Lead MML divisions in establishing supplier Long Term Agreements and supplier giveback terms.
- Manage supplier relationships through regular business roadmap reviews and disciplined contract management (NDA, Terms & Conditions, Nominations Letters, Settlement Agreements, etc.).
- Lead a cross functional team in support of the assigned commodity (ies), including Program Management, Engineering, Production Controls and Logistics, Supplier Quality Development and Quality departments.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- As a member of the Global Purchasing Organization, you will assist in the development and implementation of Purchasing Strategies according to Goals and Objectives and Commodity Roadmaps defined by the Global Commodity Director in conjunction with the Regional Lead Buyer.
- 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, engineering, business, or related discipline
- 3-5 years' progressive experience in Purchasing field preferably in an automotive / manufacturing environment.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 20% of the time
- Must have demonstrated success in satisfying OEM's and Tier 1 suppliers in a complex, competitive automotive market.
- Functional experience in areas of strategic planning, manufacturing, purchasing, supply chain management and supplier quality.
- Experience with manufacturing best practices and continuous improvement.
- Up to 25% percent Travel required
- Previous commodity experience including but not limited to electronics, wire harnesses, resin, injection molding, fasteners, assemblies
- Perform tasks and responsibilities detailed in Magna's IATF16949 policies, procedures, and work instructions.
- Complies with the designated ISO / 14001 responsibilities related to effective environmental management in accordance with Magna's Environmental Management System (EMS).
- Must have demonstrated success in satisfying OEM's and Tier 1 suppliers in a complex, competitive automotive market. Functional experience in areas of strategic planning, manufacturing, purchasing, supply chain management and supplier quality. Experience with manufacturing best practices and continuous improvement.
- Knowledgeable in the areas of logistics, business quoting and launch processes, industry best practices, standards and performance metrics.
- While working in this environment, the employee will be exposed to machinery, moving equipment and material, moderate noise, airborne particles, fumes and various levels of temperature created by manufacturing processes.
Skills
- The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility.
- Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools.
Compensation
- In coordination with Operational Purchasing, develop and execute divisional cost savings initiatives & risk mitigation strategies on existing business to achieve annual savings budgets.
Company info
- That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
- As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects.
Visa & Work Authorization
- of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity
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