Purchasing Manager

Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & LightingWe see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That's why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people. In the right environment, your ideas can turn into industry-leading automotive technologies and improve the lives of people around the world. Let's create the future of mobility, together.Job Title: Strategic Purchasing ManagerGroup Summary: The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent vision systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise lights the path to innovation, safety and styling.Job ResponsibilitiesDevelops and provides operational level strategic direction for North American purchasing team and local purchasing activity.Develops long-term corporate goals and translates them into short-term plans in support of business objectives.Develops, maintains, and coordinates a quality supplier base.Manages purchasing function as assigned; ensures support of Operations and/or programs in Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE), supplier improvement, and post-launch support.Manages purchasing function to ensure world-class quality and on-time delivery at a competitive cost.Establishes planning and control measures in TQM format, focusing on improvements in quality, cost, and delivery.Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.RequirementsBachelor's degree in business or related field including four years materials experience; or equivalent. Demonstrated current knowledge of world-class practices in materials management. Experience in automotive industry preferred.Eight years diverse professional and managerial experience including financial/budget responsibility, management leadership and strategic decision making/leadership. Demonstrated project management skills and proven financial capabilities to maintain quality, cost, and timing of programs.Demonstrated ability to develop a cohesive, world-class purchasing team. Demonstrated ability to lead and develop others through support, training, etc. Must be able to manage staff toward departmental goals.Demonstrated strong communication and negotiation skills to work with internal and external contacts at various levels within organizations to represent the company in a professional manner and sell concepts to customers and strategies to internal management.Awareness, Unity, Empowerment: At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law. AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies. Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.