Head of Global Purchasing Governance & Contracts (m/f/x) at Magna International

pThis Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection. /ph3What we offer: /h3pAt 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. /ph3Group Summary: /h3pTransforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world‑class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain. /ph3Job Responsibilities: /h3ulliAs Head of Global Purchasing Governance Contracts, you will drive global transformation by redefining purchasing agreements, strengthening supplier partnerships, and shaping a future‑ready procurement framework across regions and business units. /liliWorking closely with our established Purchasing Senior Leadership Team, you will ensure a consistent, strategic, and value‑driven approach to procurement worldwide. /liliDrive the global purchasing contracts and agreements strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and supporting long‑term organizational success. /liliDevelop best‑in‑class contract standards, terminology, and governance frameworks. /liliLead the digital transformation of contract management, including AI‑driven solutions and process simplification. /liliPartner with Legal, Finance, Sales, and Procurement stakeholders to develop robust contract solutions that balance risk, value creation, and operational needs. /liliProvide expert negotiation support to global purchasing teams, advising on contractual language, commercial trade‑offs, risk mitigation, and financial implications. /liliEstablish and monitor KPIs to ensure contract compliance, process excellence, and sustainable business value. /liliLead cross‑functional projects to implement and optimize purchasing documentation and agreement processes. /liliStrengthen data‑driven decision‑making across Purchasing, Logistics, and Supply Chain functions. /liliIdentify and mitigate supplier, commercial, financial, sustainability and geopolitical risks. /liliTranslate sustainability trends and regulatory requirements into supplier expectations and sourcing strategies. /li /ulh3Who we are looking for: /h3ulliStrong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data and insights into effective business decisions and measurable results. /liliSolid understanding of global supply chain risk management, emerging procurement technologies, and market trends. /liliStrong global mindset with the ability to think and act beyond regional boundaries, balancing local requirements with global business objectives. /liliWillingness to travel on business to the extent of 30 % (based on calendar year). /li /ulh3Your preferred qualifications: /h3ulliUniversity degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline. /liliSolid professional experience in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management, with a proven track record in driving strategic initiatives, global negotiations, and sourcing excellence. /liliDemonstrated leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across global cross‑functional teams. /liliFluency in German and English, combined with a proactive, results‑oriented, and innovative approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement. /li /ulh3What you can look forward to: /h3pThe gross monthly salary for 38.5 hours according to the collective agreement for the automotive industry is at least € 86.800 (14 x p.a.) for this position. Overpayment based on relevant experience and qualifications is common practice. /pulliWork-Life-Balance: flexible working hours, remote work, various paternal leave models. /liliBonus and financial benefits: employee profit sharing, Corporate Benefits Program. /liliHealth: diverse array of offerings in the context of workplace health promotion. /liliTraining and development: extensive training options, exciting internal development opportunities, attractive career paths. /liliWork environment: international and diverse environment, open door culture, state‑of‑the‑art system landscape. /li /ulpAwareness, 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. /ppMagna 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. /ph3AI‑Assisted Screening Disclosure /h3pAs 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. /ppWorker Type: Regular / PermanentGroup: Magna Powertrain /p #J-18808-Ljbffr