Magna International

Material Planning and Logistics Director

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Troy MI USA

Hybrid

50K-150K Annually

Senior level

Automotive • Hardware • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing

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The Role

The Material Planning and Logistics Director will define and execute global strategies for material planning logistics and effective material flow while optimizing costs and improving service performance across the organization.

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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:
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.
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.
Job Responsibilities:
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Material Planning and Logistics Director is accountable for defining and executing the global strategy for material planning logistics and material flow across Magna Exteriors. This role drives enterprise-wide alignment cost optimization and operational excellence spanning packaging logistics warehouse management inventory and material movement. The position partners cross-functionally to support growth initiatives improve service performance and deploy scalable data-driven supply chain solutions worldwide.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategy & Global Alignment

Establish and execute the global Material Planning & Logistics strategy to support business growth operational resilience and customer performance.

Drive standardization and best-practice deployment across regions for material planning packaging logistics warehouse management and material flow.

Provide strategic leadership for greenfield and brownfield expansions ensuring scalable and cost-effective material and logistics solutions.

Operational Excellence & Cost Optimization

Lead cost and efficiency improvements across material handling packaging transportation warehousing facility utilization indirect labor scheduling and third-party logistics providers.

Improve inventory accuracy inventory turns freight performance and overall material availability while minimizing working capital.

Ensure MP&L capital investments are optimized delivering strong return on investment (ROI) and long-term sustainability.

Planning Controls & Performance Management

Define and govern KPIs for material planning and logistics performance including inventory levels service levels schedule attainment freight cost and annual savings targets.

Leverage analytics and digital tools to enable proactive planning risk mitigation and decision-making across the supply chain.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Support business development quoting and launch activities by providing robust material and logistics strategies that mitigate risk and improve launch readiness.

Maintain strong alignment with OEM and Tier 1 customer requirements ensuring compliance service excellence and satisfaction.

Innovation Capability Building & Knowledge Sharing

Identify evaluate and pilot emerging technologies related to logistics packaging warehouse management systems (WMS) material flow automation and planning systems.

Reduce logistics-related CO₂ emissions through network optimization packaging redesign modal shifts and supplier collaboration.

Drive a culture of continuous improvement Lean thinking and innovation across global teams.

Facilitate structured knowledge sharing benchmarking workshops and "read-across" of best practices lessons learned and innovations across regions.

Leadership & Talent Development

Develop global budgets and resource plans aligned to growth initiatives and operational priorities.

Lead influence and develop talent within a complex global matrix organization fostering accountability and collaboration.

Build a global materials and logistics competency framework including training pathways and succession planning.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management Purchasing Engineering or related discipline; or equivalent experience (15+ years in automotive or diversified manufacturing).

Minimum 10 years of senior leadership experience with demonstrated progression in materials supply chain logistics or operations.

Proven success in global matrixed organizations and complex automotive environments (OEM/Tier 1).

Strong background in material planning logistics manufacturing purchasing and supply chain operations.

Experience with Lean Manufacturing continuous improvement and performance-driven cultures preferred.

Solid knowledge of quoting launch processes industry standards and supply chain performance metrics.

Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Physical Demands/Work Environment - Normal amount of sitting or standing average mobility to move around an office environment able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer may require travel.
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:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Exteriors

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Lean Manufacturing

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Supply Chain Management

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The Company

HQ: Aurora Ontario

171000 Employees

Year Founded: 1957

What We Do

We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171000 dynamic entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development engineering and sales centers in 29 countries. We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different we are committed to your growth.

Why Work With Us

At Magna our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design development and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families shape communities and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.