Purchasing Supervisor

6 days ago

Milton, Ontario, Canada Magna International Inc. Full time

Job Number: 66538
Group: Cosma International
Division: Modatek Systems
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: MILTON
Work Style: On-Site

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

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

About the Role

The Area Leader is responsible for managing the Team Members in the performance of their duties focusing on safety, people, quality, productivity and all company/regulatory policies and procedures.

Your Responsibilities


• Lead and coordinate all aspects of purchasing and supplier development activities (ie. RFQ, Bidding, Supplier Audits, Legal and negotiation process, sourcing decisions) of the team member

• Support new business development pre and post-acquisition activities

• Investigates Purchasing problems and difficulties, develops solutions to rectify problems and implements solutions

• Continuous improvement to the Purchasing function as well as systems

• Prepares reports, cost studies and make recommendations for potential opportunities or risks

• Monitors the activities of subordinates and the work area to ensure that proper Purchasing procedures are being followed

• Develop Team Members through coaching and mentoring

• Establish and maintain effective communications with all Departments.

• Participate in manpower planning and recruiting

• Promote accountability through application of the progressive discipline policy

• Provide formal and informal performance feedback to Team Members

• Monitor, track and improve upon key indicators.

• Ensure training needs are identified and meet for Team Members

• Cross train Team Members to maximize flexibility supporting SPQP

• Conduct accident / incident investigations

• Implement corrective actions for Safety, Quality and all other audits

• Lead Team Members in accordance with the principles of the Magna Employee's Charter and the policies and procedures set out in the Company Handbook and Company Credo.

• Know and understand process documentation and customer specific requirements as they relate to this job function.

• Complete daily layered audits to include safety, standardized work, housekeeping, 5S, and Quality inspection reports.

• Plan and direct the efficient utilization of all manpower.

• Facilitate meetings

• Follow and comply with all Operational Procedures and Policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook, Quality and Environment programs (ie. IATF 16949)

• Understand, promote and live by Magna's philosophies and Employee Charter

• Adhere to Modatek's core values; integrity, respect, trust, honesty, fairness and loyalty

• Perform other duties as required

Who we are looking for


• Post-Secondary Degree in Business Administration or Materials Management

• Previous leadership experience in automotive or related manufacturing industry

• Minimum five years supply chain or related experience

• Strong negotiating skills

• Strong understanding of contract language

• Prior experience with supplier Advanced Product Quality Planning process

• Familiarity with IATF 16949 and Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) standards

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills

• Strong analytical, mathematical and problem solving skills

• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, SAP,Q Pulse, Internet)

• Familiar with all aspects of purchasing within Modatek System

• Eligible to travel outside of Canada with a required valid passport

• Ability to work overtime to meet customer needs

• Ability to uphold confidentiality

• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively in a team environment

Your preferred qualifications

Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.

Candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Records Check and, if deemed necessary, a Credit Check as part of the candidate selection process.

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


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