Global Program Buyer – Powertrain & Supplier Strategy

Magna International Limited; Troy (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Powertrain in Troy, MI is seeking a Program Buyer to support global purchasing processes. You will coordinate purchasing activities across functions, optimize total cost, and drive supplier collaboration on new programs.

Travel about 10-15% domestically and internationally is expected. The role requires strong negotiation, data analysis, and teamwork to deliver PPAP-ready supplier solutions and Continuous cost improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic purchasing and commodity management.
• Ability to analyze quotes and supplier costs.
• Strong planning and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and control Purchasing Operations to optimize total cost.
• Lead RFQ generation and supplier evaluations.
• Coordinate with Strategic Purchasing, Program Managers and SQD.
• Support PPAP and change management activities.

Skills

RFQ management

Cost analysis

Supplier negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Procurement

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Magna Powertrain in Troy, MI is seeking a Program Buyer to support global purchasing processes. You will coordinate purchasing activities across functions, optimize total cost, and drive supplier collaboration on new programs.

Travel about 10-15% domestically and internationally is expected. The role requires strong negotiation, data analysis, and teamwork to deliver PPAP-ready supplier solutions and Continuous cost improvements.