Purchasing Assistant Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

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Mission of the Position:

The Purchasing Analyst supports purchasing operations through supplier risk management, data analysis, reporting, and coordination with commodity teams. This entry-level role focuses on maintaining accurate supplier data, supporting risk management activities, and driving process improvements, while contributing to global purchasing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support supplier risk management activities, including documentation completion and tracking outstanding information

• Maintain and update supplier data and purchasing records within internal systems

• Follow up with commodity teams and suppliers to ensure data accuracy and completeness

• Collaborate with plants and global teams to align monthly reporting and improve data consistency

• Assist with purchasing analytics, reporting, and performance tracking of purchasing initiatives

• Contribute to automation and reporting enhancements, including dashboard development (e.g., Power BI)

• Partner with IT, Finance, Operations, and Process teams to support system and process improvements

• Learn and apply purchasing systems, processes, and best practices

• Provide support for trade compliance and supplier-related projects as required

• Conduct market research and analysis to support purchasing decisions

• Perform ad hoc analyses and project-based tasks as assigned

• Stay informed on emerging technologies (e.g., AI tools) and share insights with the team

Requirements and Qualifications:

Magna Standards:

• Practice and maintain integrity while following Magna's Charter and Constitution.

• Follow Magna's Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.

• Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF 16949).

• Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency and reduce cost.

• Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure duties of self are performed in a safe manner.

• Health & Safety responsibilities:

  • Understand applicable Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace.

  • Report unsafe conditions immediately.

  • Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately.

  • Follow safety rules.

  • Comply with requirements for the use or operation of machines or equipment.

  • Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.

• Create a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge.

• Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external customers.

• Treat everyone with dignity, trust and respect.

• Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Comply with Magna's information and data protection policies.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

This job description reflects the core elements of a position. There may be additional requirements based on local laws and regulations which could be attached as an addendum.

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.