Assistant Materials Manager

4 months ago


Auburn Hills, United States Magna Full time

About us

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.

Group Summary

Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of seating structures, foam and trim, mechanisms, and complete seats for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Seating is at the center of the consumer vehicle experience and our seating solutions are developed from consumer research, prioritizing comfort, convenience and connectivity.

About the Role

Under the direction of the Materials Manager, responsible for managing the Materials Analysts and the Service Parts team. Ensures that organizational materials objectives are successfully achieved, primarily related to cost, delivery and ERP functions.

Your Responsibilities

Leads the team with leadership and direction to Material Analysts Service Parts Analyst for all active customers. Support and facilitate training for material team members as required. Follows up, resolves and escalates supplier delivery issues. Drives corrective action. Continuously strives to optimize inventory levels and reduce cost. Oversees tracking and execution of engineering changes from Bill of Materials to production implementation. Communicate with customer and supplier regarding break point timing. Manages the review of cycle count activities with root cause analysis to ensure integrity of inventory in ERP system. Ensures supplier releases are accurately developed and distributed in a timely fashion through MRP and system parameters. Provide daily & weekly customer demand overview and analysis to ensure fluctuation are recognized and communicated to production and supply chain. Daily review with the Analyst to monitors the inbound supply of materials to ensure an adequate supply at all times. Utilize PFEP for analysis and potential improvements in material flow, handling and freight reductions. Responsible to ensure the submission of customer required documentation (COO, USMCA, MMOG, Free Trade Solicitation)

Who we are looking for

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Your preferred qualifications

Education/Certification/Licensure: Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive materials experience in a JIT automotive environment.

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.

Site Benefits

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 to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.



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