MRO Clerk

About the role

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 related to supplier delivery schedules, raw materials, inventory, etc. Develops strategies and solutions to continuously improve cost levels, stable sources of supply, and high quality of commodities. Participates in continuous improvement activities, tracks supplier performance, and works with suppliers to improve quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and support.

Responsibilities

• Purchase Order Processing (Tooling/Capital)
• Debit / Credit Memo Processing
• Chargeback / Complaint (QPF) processing
• Paint Debits / DMN Debits
• PPV weekly and monthly reporting
• Update Contracts
• Issue Quote Recaps
• Distribute Drawings to Suppliers in EO System
• Participate in capital process to ensure proper evaluation and presentation of capital needs and compliance with approved budget
• Oversee end-of-year change over
• Assist with budget preparation related to PPV and VAVE
• Prepare composite reports from individual reports of subordinates as required by management or government agencies
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and annual forecasts
• Support USMCA trade compliance requirements
• Train personnel to use the CMMS system as needed
• Coordinate and schedule all preventive and facility-related work orders
• Obtain quotes for MRO facility-related repairs or maintenance
• Coordinate with MRO suppliers to ensure pricing, sourcing, and delivery meets company needs
• Document and maintain necessary records and files
• Work with agents and customs brokers for overseas material buying
• Select and/or recommend suppliers for order placement
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers
• Resolve escalated conflicts with Production Inventory Control (PIC) personnel and other areas
• Ensure suppliers deliver quality product on time
• Develop cost database detailing all material, labor, and overhead costs of purchased products and services
• Work with departments to minimize costs and maximize efficiency of purchasing function
• Study market trends and systems technology related to the job
• Research and recommend new product developments
• Understand and follow health and safety responsibilities in the workplace, including OSHA compliance, PPE usage, and reporting unsafe conditions or injuries

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field including purchasing and/or materials experience; or equivalent
• Knowledge of purchasing concepts, practices, and procedures related to buying and demonstrated ability to purchase materials/equipment/services in substantial quantities
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills to interact with internal and external contacts at all levels, including supplier development
• Excellent organizational skills to establish priorities, set goals, and meet deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint) and tools/equipment related to the job (e.g., personal computers, manufacturing systems)
• At least three years of purchasing and/or materials experience, including commodity expertise related to the respective area; or equivalent
• High level of expertise in developing suppliers to meet cost, quality, delivery, and reliability needs
• Ability to meet unique and complex design requests and address quality improvement issues
• Excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills to perform job duties independently and make decisions aligned with company goals
• Ability to work on broad assignments requiring originality and ingenuity
• Ability to collaborate with suppliers’ top professionals to meet design requests and improve quality
• Strong leadership and team facilitation skills to develop strategies, plan assignments, and manage timing

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs as needed
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and sit for extended periods
• Proper vision requirements
• Ability to maintain alertness to surroundings
• Current and valid Driver’s License
• Working knowledge of English

Benefits

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing support and resources to succeed. As a member of our global team, you will experience exciting, varied responsibilities and a wide range of development prospects tailored to your unique career path.