Sr. Buyer

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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 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 visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.

Job Responsibilities:

JOB SUMMARY:

Purchases materials, supplies, and services by developing, soliciting, and analyzing supplier quotations. Coordinates activities with other departments to assure proper delivery, quality, reliability, and low cost consistency. Locates new sources of supply, establishes new suppliers and coordinates order maintenance with existing suppliers. Resolves conflicts that arise with supplier delivery schedules, raw materials, inventory, etc. Develops and/or assists in developing strategies and solutions to continuously improve cost levels, stable sources of supply, high quality of commodities and other governing factors. Participates in continuous improvement activities. Tracks supplier performance and works with suppliers to improve quality, delivery, cost, productivity and support. Develops cost database detailing all material, labor, and overhead costs of purchased products and services. Studies market trends and technology related to job. Researches and recommends new product developments. Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties listed below will be performed at all levels and will vary in nature dependent upon work group or department respectively. At level I, work involves primarily routine processing of data/documentation focused on daily workflow requirements. Purchases/decision making may require the understanding of unique technical product specifications including special testing, processing, packing/packaging requirements and/or the decision to group items for lot bidding and awards. The number of suppliers and/or potential suppliers is likely to be small and price differentials often reflect important factors that are difficult to evaluate (i.e. quality, delivery dates, locations, etc.). The quantities of any item or service have the potential to be very large. Guidance is provided directly by person or in the form of policies, systems, or procedures. Decisions typically involve limited risk to the organization. At level II, work requires independent problem solving and decision making with broad guidance provided on overall project objectives with specific guidance on program complexities. May work with suppliers in order to meet challenging and unique requests and address issues related to quality improvement. Quantities of items and services purchased are often large in volume in order to satisfy the requirements for an extended period of time. Complex schedules of delivery are often involved. Decisions focus on prioritization, process, and

issues rather than data elements and usually involve moderate risk to the organization although results may have long-lasting impact. At level III, work is complex and difficult in character and requires strong technical and broad business knowledge in addition to program or project management skills. Work involves independent problem solving and decision making with general direction given on project objectives and broad guidance from corporate strategy and goals. Work involves working with suppliers in order to meet highly complex and rigid specifications. Recommends and leads change in department/supplier selection. Exercises considerable latitude in determining specific project objectives and approaches to assignment. Decisions often involve substantial impact and risk to the organization with potential for long-lasting results.

Purchases materials, supplies, and services by developing, soliciting, and analyzing supplier quotations. Coordinates activities with other departments to assure proper delivery, quality, reliability, and low cost consistency. Documents and maintains necessary records and files. May work with agents and customs brokers for overseas material buying. Locates new sources of supply, establishes new suppliers and coordinates order maintenance with existing supplier