Magna International
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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 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 Reporting to the Regional Commodity Manager (“RCM”), the Regional Commodity Buyer role is to support the development and implementation of global commodity strategies that satisfy the needs of the business (landed cost, footprint, quality, technology, risk, sustainability, etc.). Under direction of the RCM, responsibilities may include executing market tests, constructing supplier comparisons and business cases, and various other tasks to support the RCM’s management of assigned suppliers; including full responsibility for cost, contract performance, risk management and long‑term value creation across the end‑to‑end supplier lifecycle including service.
The ideal candidate will possess purchasing experience in the automotive industry, strong analytical skills and the ability to work in cross‑functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
Support the RCM in the development, alignment and implementation of global commodity strategies to achieve business targets related to savings, technology, footprint, quality, economics, sustainability, supply base reduction / consolidation, etc. Strategies should include data from trade fairs, macroeconomic and geopolitical influences, supplier landscape of opportunities and risks.
In compliance with the commodity strategy and in alignment with Program Purchasing Teams support the RCM in the negotiation of all new regional business awards. Tactics to include program bundling, global sourcing & leverage, dual sourcing, tariff & USMCA duty mitigation, specification / tolerance / material changes, process optimization, VAVE, Lean, logistics & packaging optimization, payment term improvement.
Support the RCM to achieve regional budgeted savings targets on all existing business. Using the same tactics as above, develop and monitor the execution of divisional cost savings initiatives & risk mitigation strategies.
Support the RCM in actively managing the supplier relationship, including all regional commercial topics for the entire lifecycle (award, change control, all claims, performance, service, etc.). Adhere to disciplined contract management (NDA, Terms & Conditions, Nominations Letters, Settlement Agreements, etc.).
Support the RCM in the qualification & development of new suppliers as necessary.
Support the RCM in working with regional cross functional teams including Building Block, Program / Launch Management, Engineering, Production Control & Logistics, Constraints Management, Supplier Quality & Production Quality departments, and Magna International Purchasing counterparts according to the Purchasing RASIC.
Keep the RCM informed of all issues through clear and concise communications.
Follow Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Customers And Business Interfaces
Manufacturing division GM, AGM, Controlling
Central Controlling
Program Management
Product Management
Sales
Building Block / Engineering
Supplier Quality
Operational and Program Purchasing
Magna International Purchasing
Requirements And Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering, business, or related discipline.
3+ years’ progressive experience in Purchasing field preferably in an automotive / manufacturing environment. 1+ year direct experience with the Assigned Commodity.
Commodities including, but not limited to, Forgings and/or Mechatronics.
Must be familiar with QS9000, TS16949, and ISO14001 procedures.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 20% of the time.
Health & Safety / Magna Standards / Additional Requirements
Practice and maintain integrity while following Magna’s Charter and Constitution.
Follow Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.
Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF 16949).
Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency and reduce cost.
Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure duties are performed in a safe manner.
Health & Safety responsibilities:
Understand applicable Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace.
Report unsafe conditions immediately.
Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately.
Follow safety rules.
Comply with requirements for the use or operation of machines or equipment.
Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
Create a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge.
Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external customers.
Treat everyone with dignity, trust and respect.
Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Magna Powertrain Of America, Inc. Does Not Offer Immigration‑related Sponsorship For This Position. This Includes Any Form Of Company‑sponsored Work Authorization Or Immigration Support, Such As:
Direct sponsorship by Magna Powertrain of America, Inc.
Listing Magna Powertrain of America, Inc. as the employer of record on government forms
Any visa or work authorization requiring written documentation or support from Magna Powertrain of America, Inc. (e.g., H‑1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J‑1, etc.)
Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. 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.
Worker Type Regular / Permanent
Group Magna Powertrain
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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 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 Reporting to the Regional Commodity Manager (“RCM”), the Regional Commodity Buyer role is to support the development and implementation of global commodity strategies that satisfy the needs of the business (landed cost, footprint, quality, technology, risk, sustainability, etc.). Under direction of the RCM, responsibilities may include executing market tests, constructing supplier comparisons and business cases, and various other tasks to support the RCM’s management of assigned suppliers; including full responsibility for cost, contract performance, risk management and long‑term value creation across the end‑to‑end supplier lifecycle including service.
The ideal candidate will possess purchasing experience in the automotive industry, strong analytical skills and the ability to work in cross‑functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
Support the RCM in the development, alignment and implementation of global commodity strategies to achieve business targets related to savings, technology, footprint, quality, economics, sustainability, supply base reduction / consolidation, etc. Strategies should include data from trade fairs, macroeconomic and geopolitical influences, supplier landscape of opportunities and risks.
In compliance with the commodity strategy and in alignment with Program Purchasing Teams support the RCM in the negotiation of all new regional business awards. Tactics to include program bundling, global sourcing & leverage, dual sourcing, tariff & USMCA duty mitigation, specification / tolerance / material changes, process optimization, VAVE, Lean, logistics & packaging optimization, payment term improvement.
Support the RCM to achieve regional budgeted savings targets on all existing business. Using the same tactics as above, develop and monitor the execution of divisional cost savings initiatives & risk mitigation strategies.
Support the RCM in actively managing the supplier relationship, including all regional commercial topics for the entire lifecycle (award, change control, all claims, performance, service, etc.). Adhere to disciplined contract management (NDA, Terms & Conditions, Nominations Letters, Settlement Agreements, etc.).
Support the RCM in the qualification & development of new suppliers as necessary.
Support the RCM in working with regional cross functional teams including Building Block, Program / Launch Management, Engineering, Production Control & Logistics, Constraints Management, Supplier Quality & Production Quality departments, and Magna International Purchasing counterparts according to the Purchasing RASIC.
Keep the RCM informed of all issues through clear and concise communications.
Follow Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Customers And Business Interfaces
Manufacturing division GM, AGM, Controlling
Central Controlling
Program Management
Product Management
Sales
Building Block / Engineering
Supplier Quality
Operational and Program Purchasing
Magna International Purchasing
Requirements And Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering, business, or related discipline.
3+ years’ progressive experience in Purchasing field preferably in an automotive / manufacturing environment. 1+ year direct experience with the Assigned Commodity.
Commodities including, but not limited to, Forgings and/or Mechatronics.
Must be familiar with QS9000, TS16949, and ISO14001 procedures.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 20% of the time.
Health & Safety / Magna Standards / Additional Requirements
Practice and maintain integrity while following Magna’s Charter and Constitution.
Follow Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.
Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF 16949).
Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency and reduce cost.
Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure duties are performed in a safe manner.
Health & Safety responsibilities:
Understand applicable Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace.
Report unsafe conditions immediately.
Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately.
Follow safety rules.
Comply with requirements for the use or operation of machines or equipment.
Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
Create a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge.
Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external customers.
Treat everyone with dignity, trust and respect.
Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Magna Powertrain Of America, Inc. Does Not Offer Immigration‑related Sponsorship For This Position. This Includes Any Form Of Company‑sponsored Work Authorization Or Immigration Support, Such As:
Direct sponsorship by Magna Powertrain of America, Inc.
Listing Magna Powertrain of America, Inc. as the employer of record on government forms
Any visa or work authorization requiring written documentation or support from Magna Powertrain of America, Inc. (e.g., H‑1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J‑1, etc.)
Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. 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.
Worker Type Regular / Permanent
Group Magna Powertrain
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Magna International by 2×.
Get notified about new Commodity Buyer jobs in
Troy, MI .
Regional Commodity Lead, Americas‑ Tooling and Capex Senior Buyer ‑ Small Wiring, Interior/Exterior Jumpers Senior Buyer ‑ Accessories & Specialty Vehicles Senior Buyer ‑ Software and Technology Purchasing Senior Buyer – Brake Actuation Modules, Boosters and Wheel Speed Sensors Commodity Buyer II (Japanese‑English Bilingual) We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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