Buyer I

About the Role

Jabil is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer I to join our world-class supply chain team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring that all necessary components are available to support both production and prototype builds. You will work at the intersection of logistics, finance, and operations to maintain a seamless flow of materials while balancing the delicate requirements of cost-efficiency, lead-time management, and inventory health.

• Analyze, maintain, and execute the Materials Requirement Plan (MRP) to ensure a consistent pipeline of materials that aligns with production needs.
• Coordinate with production teams to monitor the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and identify potential supply gaps before they impact manufacturing.
• Issue purchase orders based on negotiated terms, pricing, and conditions established by Jabil Commodity Managers.
• Proactively manage supplier relationships to ensure adherence to delivery schedules and quality standards, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
• Minimize material liabilities by clearly defining ownership boundaries between Jabil, suppliers, and customers.
• Support the Accounts Payable department by investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies to ensure timely vendor payments.
• Maintain the integrity of master data and purchasing planning parameters within Jabil’s ERP systems to balance procurement costs with inventory investment.
• Optimize order management processes to improve communication efficiency with global suppliers and reduce freight expenses.
• Provide critical feedback and data-driven insights to Business Unit Managers (BUM) regarding customer-liable materials and supplier performance metrics.
• Collaborate closely with Buyers and Supply Chain Management (SCM) to drive and execute Jabil’s overarching commodity and pricing strategies.

• Proven ability to define complex problems, collect relevant data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions for process improvement.
• Strong mathematical proficiency, including the ability to calculate discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, and basic algebraic/geometric concepts.
• Advanced PC skills, with specific expertise in Windows-based operating systems and professional supply chain or ERP software packages.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to write professional correspondence and present data effectively to managers, clients, and external stakeholders.
• High level of organizational skill with the ability to manage standardized situations and follow technical instructions with precision.
• Analytical mindset capable of interpreting graphs, rates, ratios, and diverse units of measure.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical visual aids, memos, and complex short-form correspondence.
• Commitment to adhering to all safety, health, and security protocols within a corporate and manufacturing environment.

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within a global manufacturing leader.
• A supportive, inclusive, and remote-friendly work environment.
• Access to cutting-edge supply chain technology and continuous learning resources.
• Employee wellness programs and retirement savings options.

Jabil is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We caution all applicants to be aware of recruitment fraud; Jabil will only communicate through official @jabil.com email addresses and will never request payment or sensitive personal identifiers like social security numbers during the interview process.

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