The Buyer negotiates purchase orders with suppliers, manages supplier activities, resolves invoicing issues, and collaborates with engineering for approvals, while maintaining organizational standards.
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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:
Salary Range: Starting at $65,000/ annually
Job Responsibilities:• Negotiates blanket/purchase orders with suppliers for purchased part requirements.• Executes Division purchasing transactions (ex: Supplier PO issuance, amendments).• Manages supplier activity from post sourcing through service for assigned programs.• Expedites suppliers/tooling accordingly to ensure program timing.• Resolves supplier issues related to invoicing and payment.• Works in a timely and efficient manner.• Maintains a clean and organized work area at all times.• Develops contacts with industrial counterparts, trade associations, and suppliers in assessing the materials market and developing company strategy, where required.• Willingness to work overtime to complete projects by the required deadline.• Work with engineering staff to obtain drawing approvals from suppliers.• Prepare and deliver RFQ's/SOW to Suppliers and CFT Members ensuring product performance deliverables.• Perform other duties as required
Qualifications and Skills:
Site Benefits:
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.
Notice regarding the use of AI:
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.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting
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:
Salary Range: Starting at $65,000/ annually
Job Responsibilities:• Negotiates blanket/purchase orders with suppliers for purchased part requirements.• Executes Division purchasing transactions (ex: Supplier PO issuance, amendments).• Manages supplier activity from post sourcing through service for assigned programs.• Expedites suppliers/tooling accordingly to ensure program timing.• Resolves supplier issues related to invoicing and payment.• Works in a timely and efficient manner.• Maintains a clean and organized work area at all times.• Develops contacts with industrial counterparts, trade associations, and suppliers in assessing the materials market and developing company strategy, where required.• Willingness to work overtime to complete projects by the required deadline.• Work with engineering staff to obtain drawing approvals from suppliers.• Prepare and deliver RFQ's/SOW to Suppliers and CFT Members ensuring product performance deliverables.• Perform other duties as required
Qualifications and Skills:
- Completion of specialized trade courses and/or apprenticeship/certification.
- One to less than three years of work-related experience.
- Minimum 1-5 years purchasing experience preferred
- Minimum completion of post-secondary education in a related field (Supply Chain Management)
- Purchasing Experience
- Working towards Certified Professional Purchasing (CPP) designation
Site Benefits:
- Conveniently close to Highway 404
- Medical and Dental Benefits
- Profit Sharing (EEPPP) and Group RRSP Program
- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
- Corporate Plans for Roger's Cellphone Data Plan
- Employee Discounts: Auto and Home Insurance, Retail, Restaurants, etc.
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.
Notice regarding the use of AI:
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.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting
Top Skills
Supply Chain Management
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