Purchasing Buyer

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.

About the Group

The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets. Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit an objective, fair and professional attitude that exemplifies the principles outlined in The Magna Employee’s Charter to maintain a positive and productive workplace.
• Exhibit teamwork skills and actively participate in team activities in a positive working environment.
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills in a work environment that is striving for continuous improvement.
• Follow Decostar policies and display conduct expected of Decostar employees as described in the employee handbook.
• Follow safety rules of Decostar and work in a manner that is conducive to maintaining a safe and healthful workplace.
• Meet and maintain all customer quality standards as well as the standards of Decostar.
• Perform daily cross-functional job assignments as required and per the department’s established procedures and work instructions.
• Responsible to the Purchasing Manager for the procurement of supplies and/or equipment for all departments; and performing other related duties as assigned.
• Receive and interview vendor representatives to keep abreast of developments, negotiate prices, service, quality or other matters.
• In conjunction with the Purchasing Manager, develop and investigate new sources of supply, make recommendations as to their approval.
• Maintain effective liaison with all departments to present alternatives offered by suppliers, modification of design, standardization of parts or material, or other matters of mutual concern.
• Create and maintain updated product/vendor information.
• Work with ERP system effectively.
• Assist departments in defining purchasing needs and resolving associated problems.
• Prepare and present reports.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Requirements

• Ability to create, manipulate, and maintain Microsoft Office Applications (mainly Excel and Word).
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English mandatory.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required to accomplish the job.

Qualifications

An A.S. Degree or some college is preferred but high school GED or diploma along with diversified procurement and negotiation experience will be accepted in lieu of the degree.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform work while standing or walking a minimum of eight (8) hours, including walking up and down stairs frequently.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Work below the knees and above the shoulders will be required.
• Ability to work near alcohols, solvent, paints, or plastic sanding dust.
• Ability to wear a respirator when needed.
• Good vision at a close distance and the ability to distinguish color is required with or without the use of corrective lenses.
• Ability to hear alarms with or without the use of hearing aids.

Training

You will receive training to perform your job on an ongoing basis concurrent with Decostar business operations. Training areas will include safety, quality, continuous improvement, and other job-specific training that is determined to be essential.