Mgr, IT Operations

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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:

The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.

Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.

Job Responsibilities:

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field required.
• Master's degree in IT Management, Business Administration, or related discipline preferred.

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive IT management experience in an automotive or advanced manufacturing environment.
• Proven success in leading IT teams within a high-volume, fast-paced, and highly automated production environment.
• Strong background in project management, including ERP/MRP implementation, network upgrades, and enterprise-scale systems.
• Experience with cybersecurity frameworks, compliance standards, and risk management practices.
• Hands-on experience with LAN/WAN management, EDI systems, Microsoft technologies, and cloud-based platforms.
• Excellent vendor management, negotiation, and contract administration skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate, and lead at all organizational levels.

Physical Requirements:

• This position requires a person to have the ability to perform work while standing, walking, or sitting for extended amounts of time.
• Managers must be able to walk up and down stairs frequently.
• Ability to lift up to15 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis is required.
• Be able to work near alcohols, solvent, paints, or plastic sanding dust.
• Work below the knees and above the shoulders will be required.
• Good vision at a close distance and the ability to distinguish color is required with or without the use of corrective lenses.
• This position requires the ability to hear alarms with or without the use of hearing aids.

Training Requirements:

• QS-9000, Decostar Orientation, Decostar Safety Manual 1, Decostar Safety Manual 2, Isocyanate, MRP Systems, MRP System Administration, EDI

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.

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