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With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.JOB SUMMARY\nResponsible for managing MRP to ensure that material supply meets demand requirements while supporting the optimization of overall material costs.\nESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\nDevelop supply base and Supply Chain strategies that are tailored to customer requirements or Business Unit strategic materials.\nSupport customer business needs through standard processes whenever possible and customized solutions when necessary.\nCollaborate with the Purchasing Manager and SCM team to determine the most effective approach for meeting customer requirements.\nInfluence customer supply chain strategies to align with and leverage Jabil's supply chain capabilities.\nCommunicate Jabil expectations to suppliers.\nConduct supplier audits, site visits, certifications, and performance reviews to develop and continuously improve the supply base.\nGather feedback from Material Planners regarding supplier delivery, quality, and service performance.\nSupport, execute, and provide recommendations to enhance Jabil SCM initiatives and strategies.\nPrepare quotations for new and existing materials; collaborate with the Materials Quotation Analyst when applicable.\nRegularly re-quote and negotiate pricing to maximize cost reduction opportunities.\nMake sourcing decisions based on total cost and overall value, considering factors such as: Price Duties and taxes Freight costs Flexibility Service level Supplier performance Quality Commercial terms and conditions\nNegotiate terms and conditions that protect the best interests of Jabil and its customers.\nNegotiate liability terms, special stocking arrangements, and non-standard commercial agreements.\nEnsure execution of Jabil pricing agreements and Terms & Conditions, including Worldwide Purchasing Agreements.\nImprove sourcing options by working with internal stakeholders and customers to add Jabil preferred or strategic suppliers to the Approved Manufacturer List (AML).\nAnalyze and forecast component purchase prices to accurately reflect inventory value during the Standard Costing process.\nProvide input on customer quoted costs to remain competitive while maximizing Materials Price Variance (MPV).\nContinuously optimize MPV by: Reducing material costs Minimizing unfavorable Purchase Price Variance (PPV) and MPV\nWork with Business Unit Managers (BUM) to obtain customer approval for additional costs such as: Material premiums Expedited freight charges Tooling expenses incurred on the customer's behalf\nCollaborate with Material Planners to monitor, track, and provide feedback on supplier performance for continuous improvement.\nEnsure suppliers effectively support Jabil's overall business objectives.\nFollow all safety and health regulations associated with the position.\nComply with all company security policies and procedures.\nPerform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.\nJOB QUALIFICATIONS\nKNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS\nAbility to calculate figures and amounts such as:Discounts Interest Commissions Proportions Percentages Area Circumference Volume\nAbility to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.\nAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from:Managers Clients Customers General audiences\nAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.\nAbility to operate a personal computer, including:Windows-based operating systems Related business software applications\nAdvanced PC skills, including experience with and knowledge of Jabil software systems.\nAbility to write simple business correspondence.\nAbility to read and understand visual aids and supporting documentation.\nAbility to apply common-sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.\nAbility to manage standardized situations with minimal variables.\nAbility to read and comprehend:Simple instructions Short correspondence Memos\nAbility to perform mathematical calculations using:Whole numbers Common fractions Decimals\nAbility to:Compute rates, ratios, and percentages Create and interpret graphs and charts\nBE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.\nAccessibility Accommodation\nIf you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to  with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail. 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