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Magna International · 18 hours ago

Purchasing Agent

Piedmont, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$75K/yr - $85K/yr

5+ years exp

Magna International is a leading company in the automotive technology sector, seeking a Purchasing Agent to join their team. The role involves compiling bid packages, managing supplier relationships, and leading negotiations to establish contracts while monitoring market conditions and supplier performance.

AutomotiveIndustrial EngineeringManufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Together with appropriate departments, compile the Bid Package (description, specification, performance indicators, targets, drawings, designs, Terms and Conditions, etc.)RFQ, RFP, RFO

Prepare/Release Approved supplier List (Identify and manage potential and existing industry sources, facilitate relevant validations such as audits, background checks, site visits and supplier presentations)

Solicit bids and compile recommendations and conduct/participate the negotiation phase

Lead negotiations and conclude contract establishment (Master Purchase Orders) in a timely manner

Monitor performance delivery forecasts and takes action where required

Reconcile variances between Purchase Order and invoice

Perform other duties as required

Facilitate disputes between the Supplier and the organization

Monitor markets and forecast appropriate changes that affect pricing, delivery and quality, compile relevant actions and recommendations to minimize negative market conditions and capitalize on positive market trends

Identify and capitalize continuously cost savings opportunities

Identify, validate and introduce process and product innovation from the supply industry into the organization

Monitor Supplier Performance and take actions where required

Monitor changing market conditions and perceptions and introduce relevant actions in the organization (diversity, environmental policy, corporate citizenship, etc)

Fulfill special projects and campaign assignment tasks and duties as assigned from time to time

Qualification

Purchasing experienceSAPMathematical conceptsBachelor’s DegreeC.P.M. CertificationCPSM CertificationStatistical analysesProblem definitionCommunication skillsTeam leadership

Required

Bachelor's Degree (4 year degree) or Purchasing Certification Certificate of C.P.M. and/or CPSM as issued by the Institute of Supply Management (ISM)

Minimum of 5 years of purchasing experience and/or demonstrated knowledge with positive performance in the Automotive Industry

Proficient in computer systems, including Windows-based applications, Microsoft Outlook, SAP, and Microsoft Excel, with the ability to effectively manage data, reports, purchasing systems, and communications

Must be self-motivated, self-starting, and self-monitoring, ensuring the continuous supply and availability of all assigned production and maintenance materials, including parts, chemicals, tooling, MRO, capital equipment, protective equipment, office supplies and equipment, services, and other items required to meet the needs of all departments, in accordance with established organizational mandates

Reading, analyzing and interpreting general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and or governmental regulations

Writing reports, business correspondence, and RFQs, RFPs, and RFIs

Presenting information and responding to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public

Leading discussions, public speaking, meetings, presentations and forums

Electronic Communication Means (telephone, e-mails, video conferencing, web conferencing, etc.)

Proficient in: Mathematical concepts

Concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions

Standard Costing Techniques

Metric and imperial measurement systems

Ability to recognize purchasing opportunities

Ability to lead teams and manage business units

Ability to assist in training/mentoring