Purchasing Manager

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: Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market. Job Responsibilities: RESPONSIBILITIES Supports Magna Operational Principles and Employee Charter criteria within context and position's scope of work support EBM’s ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System, ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, IATF System, as well as Magna Safety and Magna Environmental Program requirements Identify and evaluate supply sources for raw material (coil steel) purchases Supervise purchase of components, packaging, and MRO (Machine, Repair, and Operations) items Negotiate pricing to minimize cost while assuring quality and on-time delivery Coordinate customer-dictated supply sources for steel resale programs Maintain alternate supply sources to avoid production downtime Monitor inventory level (including raw material) to eliminate outages Prepare contracts and issue Purchase Orders to vendors using Manufacturing Systems Monitor cost, quality, and delivery performance of supplier Initiate vendor corrective actions where appropriate Analyze inventory trends to reduce wherever possible Participate in regular physical inventory Advise employees, contractors and visitors of any actual or potential danger to their safety or health, and ensure the necessary training and/or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is providedCooperate with all local, state and federal agencies, such as OSHA or the EPA, in the event of an inspection. Know, follow and enforce all applicable SH&E Policies and Procedures. Help manage Safety Performance Measurable s such as Incident Rate, Monthly Inspection Results and EOS scores. Overall performance to the measurable elements of our SH&E system are part of annual performance reviews SH&E Provide a safe and healthful work environment that is free of all recognized hazards for employees, contractors, and visitors Support continual improvement of ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 Systems Advise employees, contractors and visitors of any actual or potential danger to their safety or health and ensure the necessary training and/or personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided. Cooperate with all local, state and federal agencies, such as OSHA or the EPA, in the event of an inspection. Know, follow and enforce all applicable SH&E Rules, Policies, and Procedures. Help support Group SH&E Performance Measurables such as incident rate reduction, near miss reporting, and Safety Committee participation. Overall performance to the measurable elements of our SH&E system are part of annual performance review. EDUCATION High school diploma or equivalent College degree in business or related field preferred TECHNICAL EDUCATION Must understand basics of material flow and JIT manufacturing techniques Knowledge of negotiation techniques CMS software Spreadsheet and word processing software PERFORMANCE MEASURES PPV Savings MRO Savings undefined Direct Material Delivery QUALIFICATIONS 3 - 5 years experience required Manufacturing, preferably automotive Purchasing Inventory control Accounting experience SKILLS Excellent verbal and written communication skills required Ability to read, write, speak English People skills Ability to manage multiple prioriti…

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