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Drive operational excellence through supplier management, inventory optimization, cost reduction initiatives, and team development while supporting customer satisfaction and business objectives.\nWhat will you do?\nLeadership & Team Development\nRecruit, interview, and hire Purchasing Supervisors and Planner/Buyers.\nPartner with recruiters to identify qualified candidates for Materials and Purchasing roles.\nCoach team members through the hiring and onboarding process.\nMonitor turnover trends and implement retention initiatives.\nIdentify individual and team development needs and create training plans.\nDevelop and maintain training curricula for the Materials organization.\nCoach and mentor Materials staff to deliver exceptional service to internal and external customers.\nDevelop and manage succession planning activities for the Materials function.\nEstablish clear goals, objectives, and performance expectations for team members.\nProvide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance management.\nConduct performance evaluations professionally and on schedule.\nDrive accountability and continuous improvement against operational metrics and business objectives.\nCoordinate and lead teams through changing priorities and critical business situations.\nEnsure recognition and reward programs are applied fairly and consistently.\nCommunication\nFacilitate regular team meetings and communication forums.\nPromote the exchange of ideas, information, and best practices within the department.\nCommunicate effectively through clear verbal and written messaging.\nEncourage employee engagement and feedback.\nAdapt communication styles to effectively interact with employees at all levels.\nBusiness & Functional Management\nUnderstand and support campus and organizational strategic objectives.\nDevelop and implement Materials strategies aligned with business goals.\nSupport Workcell business strategies through effective materials management.\nProvide regular updates to Business Unit Managers, Workcell Managers, and Operations leadership.\nIdentify opportunities to streamline processes, eliminate waste, and reduce costs.\nUtilize cost management tools to monitor departmental expenses and identify trends.\nProvide cost analysis and improvement recommendations to stakeholders.\nDevelop accurate departmental forecasts and planning assumptions.\nAnalyze forecast accuracy and historical trends to improve planning effectiveness.\nMaterials & Supply Chain Management\nEnsure operational execution aligns with Jabil Supply Chain strategies.\nSupport the development and implementation of Supply Chain initiatives and systems.\nEnsure material supply is aligned with customer demand and production requirements.\nPartner with Materials Planners to establish realistic Master Production Schedule (MPS) commitments.\nMaintain disciplined planning processes to ensure material availability while minimizing liability and excess inventory.\nMonitor and resolve material shortages, non-conforming inventory, excess stock, and obsolete materials.\nDrive reductions in overall material costs, including component pricing, freight, inventory carrying costs, and administrative expenses.\nOptimize Material Price Variance (MPV) through strategic sourcing and cost management initiatives.\nSupport standard costing activities through accurate component cost projections.\nEnsure customer quotations are competitive while maximizing favorable MPV opportunities.\nEnsure purchase orders are executed according to negotiated pricing, terms, and conditions.\nPartner with Commodity Managers and Buyers to support strategic sourcing objectives.\nEnsure suppliers are selected based on cost, quality, delivery, and overall business value.\nMonitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers.\nAdhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position.\nComply with all procedures within the company security policy.\nMay perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.\nHow will you get here?\nEducation:\nBachelor’s degree preferred.\nEquivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.\nExperience:\nMinimum of five years of experience in Materials Management, Purchasing, Procurement, Supply Chain, Planning, or a related field.\nMinimum of two years of leadership or supervisory experience.\nExperience managing purchasing, planning, inventory management, or supply chain operations in a manufacturing environment preferred.\nExperience developing and implementing materials and procurement strategies preferred.\nKnowledge, Skills, Abilities:\nStrong knowledge of Materials Management, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Inventory Control principles.\nUnderstanding of MRP, ERP, and Master Production Scheduling (MPS) processes.\nKnowledge of supplier management, sourcing, procurement, and contract execution.\nAbility to develop and execute strategic supply chain initiatives.\nExperience managing inventory levels to balance customer demand and operational efficiency.\nStrong leadership, coaching, team development, and succession planning skills.\nAbility to establish goals, measure performance, and drive accountability.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to identify process improvement opportunities and implement cost-saving initiatives.\nKnowledge of standard costing, Material Price Variance (MPV), inventory valuation, and cost management principles.\nAbility to evaluate supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.\nStrong business acumen and decision-making capabilities.\nExcellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.\nAbility to effectively communicate and influence employees, suppliers, customers, and leadership teams.\nAdvanced computer skills and proficiency using Microsoft Office and business systems.\nStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and\n deadlines.\nAbility to analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable recommendations.\nAbility to calculate percentages, ratios, variances, and financial metrics.\nAbility to work independently and lead cross-functional teams.\nU.S. Citizenship required for site-specific security clearance.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nAPICS Certification preferred.\nCertified Purchasing Manager (CPM) Certification preferred.\nExperience leading Materials, Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Procurement teams within a manufacturing environment.\nExperience with strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost reduction programs.\nExperience supporting high-volume manufacturing operations.\nKnowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and supply chain optimization practices.\nExperience working with global suppliers and complex supply chains.\nWhat Can Jabil Offer You?\nAlong with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:\nMedical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options\n401K Match\nEmployee Stock Purchase Plan\nPaid Time Off\nTuition Reimbursement\nLife, AD&D, and Disability Insurance\nCommuter Benefits\nEmployee Assistance Program\nPet Insurance\nAdoption Assistance\nAnnual Merit Increases\nCommunity Volunteer Opportunities\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 the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or 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  or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. 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