Posted 18 days ago
Senior Buyer
@ Magna International Inc.
Milton, Ontario
Overview
Magna International Inc. is hiring a Senior Buyer to purchase steel, parts in assembly and stores materials, negotiate contracts and manage suppliers. The role includes customs and import/export duties, purchase order approval, supplier quality and financial assessments, and occasional weekend or after-hours work. Compensation is listed at $92,000 to $101,000 annually.
Responsibilities:
- Negotiate and manage contracts for steel, parts and stores
- Handle customs, duties and import/export compliance
- Verify and authorize purchase orders
- Assess and develop suppliers, including site visits
- Maintain vendor records, prices and quality data
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12 education or GED
- College diploma in supply chain and operations management
- 5 years technical purchasing experience
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
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Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · workday
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-19
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-20
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Sales |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | weekends |
| Travel | air: minimal · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Plant or factory, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | High school (required), College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Supply Chain and Operations Management |
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Magna International Inc.
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Forward. For All.
Full company description
We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people. Forward. For all. Our common shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (MG) and the New York Stock Exchange (MGA). For further information about Magna, visit www.magna.com.
- LinkedIn followers
- 908,049
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 41,975
- Reported office locations
- 377 Magna Drive, Aurora, Ontario L4G 7K1, CA
- 750 Tower Drive, Troy, Michigan 48098, US
- 浦东新区东方路69号A座8楼, 上海, 上海 200120, CN
- Boulevard San Luis, San Luis Potosi, SLP 78390, MX
- 521 Newpark Blvd, Newmarket, ON L3X 2S2, CA
- 30020 Cabot Dr, Novi, MI 48377, US
- Boulevard Interamerican 220, Apodaca, NL 66626, MX
- 337 Magna Dr, Aurora, ON L4G 7K1, CA
- Avenida Mineral de Valenciana, Silao, GTO 36100, MX
- Business categories
- Industrial Engineering
- Machinery Manufacturing
- Automotive
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Magna International
- Specialties
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Assembly
- Design
- Production
- Quality
- Innovation
- and Automotive
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 1,785,865,551
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people. Forward. For all. Our common shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (MG) and the New York Stock Exchange (MGA). For further information about Magna, visit www.magna.com.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Aurora, Ontario |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1957 |
| Specialties | EngineeringManufacturingAssemblyDesignProductionQualityInnovationand Automotive |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 83 |
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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Job Responsibilities:
TOTAL COMPENSATION
$92,000 - $101,000 Annually
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 12 Education or GED
College Diploma in Supply Chain and Operations Management
5 Years Technical Purchasing Experience
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent mathematical, analytical and organizational skills
Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Excel
Able to perform various computer functions (Microsoft Office, Production Software)
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for all customs, duties and legal issues as they relate to importation/exportation (Steel, Parts in Assembly, Stores Materials).
Responsible for verification and authorization of Purchase Orders.
Responsible for negotiation and contract management (Steel, Parts in Assembly, Stores Materials).
Responsible for the identification and development of supplier services and new sources of supply.
Maintain vendor file, purchase price, price fluctuations and quality records on purchased items.
Visit suppliers and customers at least once per year to improve relations and assess their facilities with respect to quality, financial status and stability, issue survey reports including quality, financial, cost trends and lead times.
Certify and approve quality levels of purchased products.
Responsible for bottom line profitability as it relates to purchase price variance, Material Change Notice disposition, quality, downtime and rework.
Responsible for interface with customer/vendors as it relates to plant operations.
Work on projects, reports and contribute various studies as required.
Train other employees as required.
In the Supervisor’s absence, responsible for the efficient and effective running of the department.
Responsible for verification and authorization of purchase orders.
Responsible for evaluating suppliers quotations and the award of business.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Must be able to work in various locations within and outside a manufacturing facility
Must be able to work outside of normal office hours including weekends to meet needs of assigned departments
Exposed periodically to elements such as temperature and noise
Office environment within a manufacturing operation
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
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