Program Buyer

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection. What We Offer 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. Group Summary Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain. Job Responsibilities Mission of the Position: Support the execution of Magna Powertrain or MPT’s Global Purchasing Process as applicable to each program ensuring the synergies of the commodity strategies amongst all different customer applications in the purchasing group. Direct and coordinate all Purchasing Operations activities between suppliers and all areas of organization i.e., Strategic Purchasing, Program Managers, Supplier Quality Development and/or other divisional designates. Key Responsibilities Plan, organize, direct, and control activities related to the Purchasing Operations function with the objective of optimizing the total cost of purchases, while supporting strategic sourcing in selecting the optimal capable source to support the program in all areas. Purchasing lead for Customer Application within Core team Generate, distribute and follow up on all RFQ’s, as per the Global Purchasing Process. Analyze quotes from suppliers & costs from potential suppliers and prepare for management review. Prepare all quote and detail data to analyze a make/buy divisional decision. Assist in development of a strategic supply chain. Assist in analysis of new trends in market & technology. Supports quote process to customer and works with Strategic Purchasing at early stage of Program definition. Responsible to process design changes requests and be a part of the change management team until PPAP. Report the supplier launch readiness to program management on a regular base. Participate in simultaneous engineering meeting and forward status and open issues to purchasing team. Organize Commercial and Technical workshops with suppliers in co-operation with Strategic Commodity Management and Supplier Quality Development or SQD. Track the cost model for Purchased components and Materials as applicable Negotiates the best possible price. Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency and reduce cost. Responsible for implementing Purchasing Operations process and procedures at multiple Divisions as applicable to new programs. Maintain supplier relationships that are both productive and mutually beneficial while continually searching for and renegotiating cost savings. Ensure suppliers respond appropriately to the program management requirements including issues of delivery, cost or quality up to PPAP. Oversees all activities related to the Purchasing Operations process as applicable to any specific program. Work cooperatively with peers to implement consistent policies, procedures, strategies, and reporting. Communicate the necessary information to MPT management to assist in decision making and strategy formulation. Responsible for promoting and seeking excellence in all aspects of business. Creates a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge. Treats everyone with dignity, tru…

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