Strategic Commodity Buyer, EU

Job Number: 61238
Group: Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting
Division: Magna Mirrors Holding Sailauf
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: SAILAUF

Group Description

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.

As a member of the Global Purchasing Organization, you will assist in the development and implementation of Purchasing Strategies according to Goals and Objectives and Commodity Roadmaps defined by the Global Commodity Director in conjunction with the Regional Lead Buyer. Regional / Divisional commodity responsibility for sourcing, sourcing decisions, negotiations and managing the supply base for a segment or group of suppliers in respect with purchasing policy, internal code of ethics, internal safety and environment rules.

• In coordination with Global Commodity Director and Strategic Commodity Buyer counterpart in other global regions, develop and implement commodity strategies in assigned commodity(ies) (technology, footprint, quality, economics, supply base reduction/consolidation, etc.)
• Coordinate and align commodity initiatives with overall Magna EU Purchasing organization on cross-group level
• Manage RFQ's to supply base according to commodity strategy to support current and new Operational Purchasing programs
• Evaluate supplier cost structure to obtain best overall value on behalf of MML; Minimize collective risk through favorable raw material, currency, and other adjustment mechanisms
• Utilize total cost approach to optimize piece prices for business in assigned commodities. Tactics include, i.e., program bundling, global sourcing & leverage, dual sourcing, tariff & UCT duty mitigation, process optimization, logistics & packaging optimization, payment term improvement
• Lead MML divisions in establishing supplier Long Term Agreements and giveback terms and cross functional team in support of assigned commodity(ies), incl. Program Management, Engineering, Production Controls, Logistics, Supplier Quality Development etc.
• Manage supplier relationships through regular business roadmap reviews and contract management (NDA, Terms & Conditions, Nominations Letters, etc.) and coordinate supplier development, consolidation, and reduction programs
• In coordination with Operational Purchasing, develop and execute divisional cost savings initiatives & risk mitigation strategies on existing business to achieve annual savings and within assigned commodity, ensure purchasing leverage is optimized by providing oversight of consolidated buy for all MML Divisions

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, engineering, business, or related discipline
• 3-5 years' progressive experience in the Purchasing field preferably in an automotive / manufacturing environment
• Previous commodity experience including but not limited to consumable and reusable Packaging mandatory
• Experience and proven success in strategic and operational Purchase of direct and indirect materials
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 20% of the time
• Perform tasks and responsibilities detailed in Magna's IATF16949 policies, procedures, and work instructions
• Complies with the designated ISO / 14001 responsibilities related to effective environmental management in accordance with Magna's Environmental Management System (EMS)
• Must have demonstrated success in satisfying OEM's and Tier 1 suppliers in a complex, competitive automotive market. Functional experience in areas of strategic planning, manufacturing, purchasing, supply chain management and supplier quality. Experience with manufacturing best practices and continuous improvement
• Knowledgeable in the areas of logistics, business quoting and launch processes, industry best practices, standards and performance metrics

We are looking forward to your application via our Career website.

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