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Material Planner

AT Magna International
Magna International

Material Planner

Greenville, SC

Job Number: 69635
Group: Magna Exteriors
Division: Decostar South Carolina
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: PIEDMONT
Work Style:

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

The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.

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Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.

About the Role

This position reports to the Materials Manager and is responsible for the general and specific job duties of Decostar as described below

Your Responsibilities

  • Establish relationships with suppliers, hold supplier meetings, effective communication reviewing open purchase orders and delivery schedules.
  • Analyzes customer demand material requirements and orders material from suppliers and schedules material to be built on the production floor.
  • Review materials planning for the product groups assigned, issue purchase orders to suppliers, send forecasts, and daily tracking of inbound material ensuring on time arrival.
  • Works directly with Suppliers and other Magna plants on material requirements.
  • Participate in daily production meetings to communicate current inventory levels, schedule compliance, and other operating parameters.

Who we are looking for

  • Highly Proficient in Excel to include Macros and Reporting
  • Demonstrate organizational, communication, problem solving, and people skills.
  • Must have strong math skills.

Your preferred qualifications

  • Minimum three years' experience in a fast paced work environment with scheduling and materials management responsibilities.
  • An A.S. Degree or some college is preferred but high school GED or diploma along with
    diversified procurement and negotiation experience will be accepted in lieu of the degree.
  • Must have strong computer platform skills. QAD is preferred.

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

  • Medical/Rx/Vision/Dental
  • 401k with Employer Match
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • 12 Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

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.

Client-provided location(s): Piedmont, SC 29673, USA
Job ID: Magna_International-585306817
Employment Type: Other