Global Category Manager

vor 3 Wochen

Munich, Bayern, Deutschland Magna International Inc. Vollzeit
About us

We 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.

Forward. For all.

Group Summary

Magna Electronics leads the way in active safety technologies, revolutionizing the automotive industry and improving lives. With a strong focus on adapting ADAS systems and electronic solutions to any vehicle, we address a wide range of mobility and safety needs. As we build a safer, more intelligent, and connected mobility experience, Magna is dedicated to creating a better future for people globally.

About the Role

The Global Category Manager is responsible for all strategic aspects related to System on Chips (SoCs) globally. This position is responsible for creating and maintaining commodity strategies that will support the technical requirements of the Engineering team, while ensuring the attainment of cost and quality objectives. The Global Category Manager will be responsible for the entire commercial relationship for all assigned commodities. The Global Category Manager will also be accountable for the quality performance of assigned global suppliers, in so far as poor performing suppliers must be removed from the supply base or improved with the assistance of the Supplier Development Team.

Your Responsibilities
  • Negotiates contracts for each region (N.A., Asia, and Europe) by analyzing supplier quotations and selecting the best global commercial conditions.
  • Work closely with the Engineers in each region, to help steer the component selection to preferred suppliers, and utilize this leverage to obtain direct accounts and competitive pricing.
  • Will maintain an approved supplier list to be used by the company globally.
  • Will be depended upon as the technical expert for Purchasing globally.
  • Locates new sources of supply, and establishes new suppliers. Develops and maintains relationships with suppliers.
  • Develops strategies and solutions to continuously improve cost levels, stable sources of supply, high quality of commodities and other governing factors related to the Purchasing Department and adjacent areas.
  • Leads continuous improvement activities for assigned commodities that may include developing programs to improve supplier performance.
  • Studies market trends, and researches and recommends new product developments. Participates in continuous improvement efforts for products, tools, processes and programs.
  • Lead for annual negotiations and contract administration for assigned commodities.
  • Independent problem solving and decision making with general direction given on project objectives and broad guidance from corporate strategy and goals.
Who we are looking for
Your preferred qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or business administration – Required
  • Master's degree in business or engineering - Desired

Business Finance training – Desired

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.

Site Benefits
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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 to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.


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