Program Purchasing Student

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What we offer:

Group Summary:

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.

Group Summary

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That's what we're passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.

Mission of Position

We are looking for talented team members to be a part of a dynamic team looking to push boundaries, innovate, and are passionate about being a part of the transformation from traditional powertrains to eMobility.

Support the execution of Magna Powertrain Global Purchasing Process for Electrification as applicable to each program ensuring the synergies of the commodity strategies amongst all different customer applications in the purchasing group. Direct and coordinate all Purchasing Operation activities for Electrification between suppliers and all areas of organization i.e., Strategic Purchasing, Program Managers, Supplier Quality Development and/or other divisional designates.

As a Program Purchasing co-op, the co-op will work independently to support Program Buyers in a variety of basic Purchasing assignments with varied responsibility under the guidance and direction from a Program Buyer/Mentor or Manager. As a Program Purchasing co-op, the co-op will support the Program purchasing team in achieving deadlines for program and RFQs.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate, distribute and follow up on Request for Quotations through process.

• Analyze quotes from vendors and costs from suppliers.

• Participate in supplier technical reviews.

• Participate in supplier on-site visits as possible.

• Collect and report purchasing/economy related information to Program Buyers.

• Assists in updating/reporting from MPT SAP System.

• Supporting the Purchasing Manager with special tasks that may include data consolidation and analysis activities.

• Other duties as assigned.

Expected Learning Outcomes:

• Exposure to Electrification Programs.

• Learning real-time purchasing activities, cost drivers and analytics.

• Better problem-solving skills.

• Experience working with a team.

Key Qualifications/Requirements

• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.

• Enrolled in a supply chain/Engineering program with an accredited school.

• Understand the basics of purchasing and supply chain.

• Knowledge in Microsoft Excel and supply chain concepts/terms, strong organizational/communication skills, ability to work with others in a team environment.

Magna Standards:

• Practice and maintain integrity while following Magna’s Charter and Constitution.

• Follow Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.

• Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF 16949).

• Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency and reduce cost.

• Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure duties of self are performed in a safe manner.

• Health & Safety responsibilities:

  • Understand applicable Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace.

  • Report unsafe conditions immediately.

  • Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately.

  • Follow safety rules.

  • Comply with requirements for the use or operation of machines or equipment.

  • Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.

• Create a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge.

• Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external customers.

• Treat everyone with dignity, trust and respect.

• Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

This job description reflects the core elements of a position. There may be additional requirements based on local laws and regulations which could be attached as an addendum.

Work Environment

Office Environment; limited travel required.

While working in this environment, the employee will be exposed to machinery, moving equipment and material, moderate noise, airborne particles, fumes and various levels of temperature created by manufacturing processes.

Magna Powertrain of America, Inc. does not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. This includes any form of company-sponsored work authorization or immigration support, such as:

• Direct sponsorship by Magna Powertrain of America, Inc.

• Listing Magna Powertrain of America, Inc. as the employer of record on government forms

• Any visa or work authorization requiring written documentation or support from Magna Powertrain of America, Inc. (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

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