Magna

Purchasing Director, Raw Materials

Magna • $110K — $130K *
Troy, MI 48085In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Supply Chain, or Purchasing; MBA preferred.
  • Several years of experience in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, or Commodity Management, preferably in manufacturing or automotive.
  • Strong expertise in sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation.
  • Strategic and analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and enhance cooperation.
  • Strong financial acumen and proficiency in cost reporting and budget management.
  • Business-fluent English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Define regional raw material sourcing objectives aligned with business priorities.
  • Develop and execute commodity strategies to enhance supplier competitiveness and reduce costs.
  • Lead strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and contract negotiations.
  • Manage supplier relationships to ensure compliance and supply continuity.
  • Coordinate with regional purchasing teams to meet sourcing and performance targets.
  • Provide market intelligence on pricing and supply-demand dynamics.
  • Drive cost reductions through negotiation and process optimization.

Benefits

  • Health, safety, and environmental responsibility adherence.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Cross-group collaboration to enhance career growth.
  • Dynamic work environment with exposure to manufacturing processes.
Full Job Description
Job Responsibilities:

The Purchasing Director, Raw Materials leads regional sourcing, supplier management, cost performance, and risk mitigation for assigned raw material commodities, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and standards.

The role develops regional commodity strategies, drives competitive bidding and negotiations, provides market intelligence, and optimizes cost, leverage, standardization, material availability, and supplier performance.

The position ensures cross-group cooperation and alignment with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, regional purchasing teams, business units, and other Magna groups to support sourcing readiness, cost reduction, and supply chain resilience. Business travel is required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Define regional raw material sourcing objectives aligned with leadership direction, business priorities, regional requirements, and procurement policies.
  • Develop and execute commodity strategies to improve value, leverage, standardization, supplier competitiveness, and total cost.
  • Lead strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, supplier selection, pre-qualification, award recommendations, and contract negotiations.
  • Manage regio 1l raw material supplier relationships to ensure competitive conditions, supply continuity, and compliance with standards.
  • Coordinate Commodity/Lead Buyers and regional purchasing teams to deliver sourcing, budget, cost reduction, and performance targets.
  • Manage supplier performance frameworks covering quality, delivery, cost, service, capacity, availability, compliance, and corrective actions.
  • Provide market intelligence on pricing, cost drivers, supply-demand dynamics, lead times, supplier capabilities, and risks.
  • Maintain supply chain risk mapping, contingency plans, capacity oversight, and mitigation actions for critical raw material risks.
  • Drive cost reductions through negotiation, leverage, supplier rationalization, benchmarking, cost modeling, value chain analysis, and process optimization.
  • Support product development and early supplier engagement to improve sourcing readiness, supply chain efficiency, and lifecycle cost.
  • Ensure cross-group cooperation and alignment to clarify requirements, resolve constraints, align priorities, and deliver business results.
  • Act as escalation point for supplier performance, commercial disputes, capacity constraints, operational issues, and alignment needs.
  • Perform additional duties as directed, including responsibilities inherent to the role or required by operational needs.

Financial Responsiblity
  • Own budgeting, cost planning, forecasting, variance analysis, and corrective actions for assigned raw material commodities.
  • Deliver cost reduction and cost impact targets through sourcing, negotiation, supplier improvement, and commodity strategy execution.
  • Track and report cost reductions, budget impacts, and purchasing performance across divisions and regions.

Leadership Responsibility
  • Lead and develop the regional purchasing team, fostering accountability, cross-group alignment, cost discipline, best-practice sharing, and internal customer focus.
  • Hire, train, coach, motivate, and develop employees in accordance with Magna policies, applicable laws, and company standards.
  • Plan, assign, review, and evaluate work; address issues; and maintain effective succession plans.

Health, Safety and Environmental Responsibility
  • Ensure all safety and non-safety rules and regulations are followed
  • Ensure adherence to established quality and housekeeping standards
  • Review and adhere to health and safety, environmental, and quality standards, operating procedures, and policies
  • Respond immediately to items brought to his/her attention with respect to hazards, defects or non-compliance issues
  • Understand and uphold the policies that prohibit workplace violence and harassment
  • In addition to the above, the duties include those specified under the Occupational Health & Safety Act


QUALIFICATIONS:

Requirements and Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Supply Chain, Purchasing, or equivalent qualification; MBA or relevant certification preferred.
  • Several years of progressive experience in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, Commodity Management, or Supply Chain within manufacturing; automotive experience preferred.
  • Strong expertise in sourcing, supplier management, contract and price negotiation, cost analysis, cost breakdowns, and international contract law.
  • Strategic, analytical, commercially driven mindset with strong problem-solving, decision-making, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional, regional teams and strengthen cross-group cooperation and alignment.
  • Strong leadership capability, resilience, self-motivation, hands-on mentality, and ability to perform effectively under pressure.
  • Strong financial acumen, data analytics capability, and proficiency in cost reporting, KPI tracking, forecasting, and budget management.
  • Business-fluent English; additional languages are an advantage.
  • High proficiency with MS Office, SAP, or comparable ERP systems; commitment to Magna Charter, company policies, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and applicable health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.


Physical Demands/Work Environment:
  • While working in this environment, the employee will be exposed to machinery, moving equipment and material, moderate noise, airborne particles, fumes and various levels of temperature created by manufacturing processes
  • 25% Travel required


Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Exteriors

About Magna

Magna Careers

Join Magna’s dynamic team of professionals and be part of a company that’s leading the way in automotive innovation. At Magna, we offer unparalleled job opportunities in an environment that values diversity, leadership, and growth. Work You’ll Do At Magna, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where every team member is empowered to contribute, innovate, and excel. We believe that diverse perspectives lead to groundbreaking ideas and better decisions. Joining our team means you’ll work alongside some of the industry’s most talented professionals, using state-of-the-art technology to create revolutionary automotive solutions. Lead in a Unique Market Position Magna stands at the forefront of the automotive industry, combining advanced technology, deep industry expertise, and a commitment to innovation that drives us forward. As a leader in our field, we offer careers that are not just jobs, but pathways to personal and professional growth. Explore Magna’s Job Opportunities Whether you’re looking for a position in engineering, design, production, or management, Magna has a place for you. Our global presence offers a wealth of opportunities for career advancement, professional development, and networking. From internships that provide real-world experience to leadership roles that challenge your skills, Magna is dedicated to helping you reach your full potential. Innovative Work Environment Magna is committed to innovation and excellence. Our team is constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the automotive world, making it an exciting place to grow your career. We encourage creativity and initiative, and we reward our employees with the benefits and support they need to succeed both professionally and personally. Be Part of a Great Team At Magna, you’ll find a collaborative environment that values teamwork and open communication. Our employees share a common goal: to lead the industry through innovation, efficiency, and sustainability. With diversity training and a focus on inclusive employment practices, Magna is a place where everyone can thrive. Future-Proof Your Career With Magna, you’re not just finding a job; you’re building a career. We offer extensive training and development programs to help you continue learning and evolving as a professional. With opportunities for advancement and a culture that promotes from within, Magna empowers you to design a career path that meets your ambitions. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are always on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players. Explore the possibilities that Magna offers. SEARCH MAGNA JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay informed with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Magna.
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Size
161,000 employees
Market Cap
$15.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 Year Trend
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