Senior Buyer

MagnaFlow Group; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Sick Pay

Birthday Holiday

Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Matching

Education assistance

Company events

Career growth

Job summary

Magnaflow in Oceanside, CA seeks a Senior Buyer to manage end-to-end purchasing for automotive aftermarket components. You will coordinate with Production, R&D, and Marketing to fulfill supplier requirements, negotiate favorable terms, and onboard new suppliers to mitigate risk.

You will supervise supplier performance, track KPIs, and partner with cross-functional teams to support new product introductions and cost targets. Travel may be required in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred and 5+ years in procurement.
• Experience leading supplier negotiations and cost reduction programs.
• Knowledge of ERP/MPP systems and supply chain analytics.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchasing for assigned categories from sourcing to PO issuance and receipt.
• Lead supplier negotiations on pricing, terms, lead times and long-term agreements to deliver cost savings.
• Identify, qualify, and onboard new suppliers domestically and internationally to reduce risk.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Planning on new product introductions and cost targets.
• Monitor market trends and develop buying strategies to manage price volatility.
• Own supplier scorecard process and drive corrective actions for underperformers.
• Collaborate with Planning/MRP to maintain inventory levels and resolve disruptions.
• Maintain ERP data and report spend, savings, and KPIs.

Skills

Supplier negotiations

ERP systems

Contract management

Forecasting procurement

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ERP software

MRP/ERP

Microsoft Excel

Sourcing tools

Job description

Who Are We

Magnaflow is a leading manufacturer and supplier based in Oceanside, CA of premium products to the automotive aftermarket industry such as catalytic converters, performance exhaust and replacement exhaust. Through the Camburg division in Huntington Beach, CA. Magnaflow also supplies race-inspired performance suspension products and vehicle uplifting services, Magnaflow is focused on future growth through both new business development and new product introduction. Our websites are www.magnaflow.com and www.camburg.com.

Who Are We

Magnaflow is a leading manufacturer and supplier based in Oceanside, CA of premium products to the automotive aftermarket industry such as catalytic converters, performance exhaust and replacement exhaust. Through the Camburg division in Huntington Beach, CA. Magnaflow also supplies race-inspired performance suspension products and vehicle uplifting services, Magnaflow is focused on future growth through both new business development and new product introduction. Our websites are www.magnaflow.com and www.camburg.com.

Salary Range

$93,500.00-$112,600.00 USD

• Final agreed upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location.

What You Will Be Doing

The Senior Buyer will maintain real time communication with suppliers and coordinate the fulfillment of requirements from Production, R&D, and Marketing.

Requirements

• Manage end-to-end purchasing for assigned categories, from sourcing and quoting through PO issuance, expediting, and receipt
• Lead supplier negotiations on pricing, payment terms, lead times, and long-term agreements, and deliver measurable cost savings
• Identify, qualify, and onboard new suppliers, both domestic and international, to reduce risk and single-source dependence
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Planning on new product introductions, specification changes, and cost targets
• Monitor commodity and market trends (steel, precious metals, freight) and recommend buying strategies to manage price volatility
• Own the supplier scorecard process for assigned categories: define KPIs (on-time delivery, quality, responsiveness, cost competitiveness), update scorecards monthly or quarterly, and review results with suppliers. Drive corrective action plans for underperformers and use the data to inform sourcing decisions, volume allocation, and supplier development.
• Work with Planning/MRP to maintain healthy inventory levels
• Resolve supply disruptions, shortages, and quality issues quickly and with clear communication
• Maintain accurate data in the ERP system and report on spend, savings, and KPIs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience preferred.

What You Need

• Proven ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Strong command of Microsoft Application Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.) and
• various PC applications.
• Strong work ethic and accountability driven mindset.
• 10% Travel required.
• Automotive and/or manufacturing industry knowledge preferred

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Salary
• PTO, Sick Pay, Birthday Holiday, Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k Matching (Up to 5%)
• Education assistance
• Company sponsored events
• Growing department and team