Coordinator, Vehicles

Magna-International-6df39721; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Steyr is seeking an experienced Logistics Planner to manage inbound and outbound material movements, coordinating with 4PLs, LSPs, and internal teams. You will ensure on-time transport, optimize costs, and support new logistics initiatives in a dynamic automotive environment.

The role emphasizes dashboard-based performance tracking, cost monitoring, and process improvements to sustain efficient supply chains across programs and suppliers.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in automotive manufacturing.
• Strong expertise in transport, logistics, and procurement processes.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate material deliveries including special transport requirements.
• Coordinate with 4PLs, LSPs, and internal stakeholders to ensure on-time execution.
• Create and maintain dashboard-based performance targets and reports.
• Support the planning and integration of new logistics projects and continuous improvements.

Skills

Transport planning

Logistics coordination

Procurement processes

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.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.Group Summary:As an engineering and manufacturing partner, Magna’s Complete Vehicle group helps traditional OEMs and new entrants to bring their automotive visions to life. At Magna, you will work in an innovative, international and dynamic team, always pursuing the goal of delivering high-quality products. We work in a diverse environment with global development opportunities. Together with our employees we constantly strive to create a better world of mobility.Job Responsibilities:In this role, you will be responsible for the comprehensive planning and operational execution for inbound and outbound material logistics. Your tasks will span strategic planning, daily operations, and cross-functional coordination to ensure efficient and cost-effective transport flows.Planning and ensuring production supply for all deliveries as well as coordination with external service providersOperational handling and monitoring of inbound and outbound material transports for all programsOptimization of operational execution and transport cost efficiency through dashboard evaluations and continuous process improvementEnsuring on-time transport execution and strategic planning in both inbound and outbound logisticsVerification of invoices from various transport service providersIssuance of credit notes to transport service providersFreight cost savings for MS MesaCreation of claims and forwarding of costs to transport service providersKey user for MAGNA Transport Management SystemPlan and coordinate material deliveries including special transport requirementsAnalyze material data to support transport scheduling, time budget calculations, and corrective actionsMonitor and manage daily transport operations, ensuring alignment with service providers and internal stakeholdersCreate and revise operational standards and work instructions to support process consistency and continuous improvementAct as a key interface between transport service providers, internal departments, and OEM partnersSupport the planning and integration of new logistics projects and ensure seamless operational transitionsAssessment of current processes and identification of improvement opportunitiesImplementation of dashboard-based performance targets and continuous updatesCoordination with 4PL (Fourth-Party Logistics Provider) on guideline reviews, tool evaluation, and SharePoint data usageTraining and quality control of new logistics service providers (LSPs)Cost monitoring and data preparation for billing and freight controllingMonthly invoicing of material services and variance analysis (planned vs. actual costs)Create and manage EMS tickets to document and track transport-related issuesConduct daily track & trace activities and provide regular updates through emails, reports, and stakeholder communicationPlan and deploy expedited transports for materialsParticipate in regular coordination meetings with LSPs and 4PL (Fourth-Party Logistics Provider) to drive process optimizationHandle operational disruptions and changes (e.g., weather impacts, production fluctuations, process adjustments) through proactive issue resolutionCoordinate and execute daily transport operations in collaboration with logistics service providers (LSPs), 4PL (Fourth-Party Logistics Provider), and internal stakeholdersEnsure alignment of transport planning with Material Control (MC), 4PL (Fourth-Party Logistics Provider), and LSPsMonitor transport processes to ensure compliance with established procedures and initiate corrective actions when neededOperational transport executionCoordination of transport planning with MC and 4PL (Fourth-Party Logistics Provider)Monitoring compliance with established processesOngoing communication and updates via emails and reportsIdentification of improvement potential and support in transport-related mattersDaily review of delivery monitoring and data provisionData cleansing in case of errors in the tracking system, including corrective actionsContent-based and tariff-based verification of freight forwarder invoicesReview of freight charges, delivery terms, and compliance with routing ordersBusiness unit-specific allocation of incurred freight costsCause-based assignment of freight costs (e.g. to business units, projects, etc.)Coordination with freight forwarders and training on Magna-compliant invoicingContent-based and tariff-based verification of freight forwarder invoicesReview of tours using the SAP delivery confirmationsManual status updatesPost-processing of loading and unloading points, including offer-based verificationHandling of transport service provider claimsIssuance of credit notesCoordination with freight forwarders and training on Magna-compliant processingCondition Management (Entering and updating quotations)Internal forwarding to the responsible case handler and external forwarding to MAGNA 4PL (Fourth-Party Logistics Provider), or the relevant logistics service providerDocumenting master data changes internally and forwarding them to 4PL (Fourth-Party Logistics Provider) for implementationCreating system/process bug/ support ticketsFirst level support contact person for TMS usersTraining service providers during system or process changesYour preferred qualifications• Experience in the automotive manufacturing industry of 3-5 years.• Strong expertise in transport, logistics, and procurement processes.• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) and SAP• Freight forwarding or transport service experienceSite BenefitsDetails on our benefits package will be provided during the recruitment process.And now: It’s your turn!We are looking forward to receiving your online application! Please include your Resume.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.AI-Assisted Screening DisclosureAs part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.Worker Type:Regular / PermanentGroup:Magna Steyr