Senior Materials & Purchasing Coordinator

Magna-International-6df39721; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna is seeking a purchasing professional to procure materials, supplies and services by soliciting quotations and coordinating with various departments for timely, cost-effective delivery.

Role requires 3+ years in purchasing/materials, strong communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office. You will help maintain cost databases, track market trends and contribute to continuous improvement efforts within Magna’s Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field including purchasing and/or materials experience.
• Experience purchasing and/or materials in substantial quantities.
• Strong written and verbal communication with internal and external contacts at all levels.
• Proficiency with tools/equipment related to job including Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Purchase materials, supplies, and services by soliciting supplier quotations.
• Coordinate with departments to ensure delivery, quality, reliability, and low-cost consistency.
• Identify new suppliers and manage supplier performance and relationships.
• Maintain cost databases and track market trends and technology related to job.
• Prepare forecasts and assist in budget processes.
• Support health, safety and Magna policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field including purchasing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

PC/Manufacturing systems

Job description

Magna is seeking a purchasing professional to procure materials, supplies and services by soliciting quotations and coordinating with various departments for timely, cost-effective delivery.

Role requires 3+ years in purchasing/materials, strong communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office. You will help maintain cost databases, track market trends and contribute to continuous improvement efforts within Magna’s Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting group.