Buyer

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. With over 50 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 Description

Buyer - based onsite in Mebane, NC

Our Buyer is responsible for managing Material Requirements Planning (MRP) to ensure that materials supply equals demand and to support optimization of overall cost of materials at our Mebane, NC site.

You will procure all components necessary to support production or prototype builds. In conjunction, responsibilities include: accomplishing the best possible pricing, lead time agreements, resolution of quality issues, delivery and inventory levels.

IN YOUR ROLE YOU WILL

Develop supply base and Supply Chain strategies that are unique to customer or for Business Unit Strategic materials.
Support customer's business needs using standard process where possible and customized solutions where necessary. Collaborate with Purchasing Manager and Supply Chain Manager (SCM) to determine the best approach to meet the customer needs. Influence customer's supply chain strategies to leverage those of Jabil.
Support, execute, and provide inputs to improve Jabil SCM initiatives and strategies.
Quote new and existing materials. Work with Materials Quotation Analyst if applicable. Frequently re-quote and negotiate to capitalize on cost reduction opportunities.
Make sourcing decisions based on overall cost and benefit including price, duty, freight, flexibility, service, performance, quality, and terms & conditions.
Negotiate terms and conditions that protect the best interest of Jabil and its customers. Negotiate liability terms, special stocking arrangements, and other agreements that are outside of standard Jabil terms and conditions.
Ensure execution of Jabil pricing and terms & conditions agreements such as World Wide Purchasing Agreements that are negotiated and agreed to by Jabil.
Improve sourcing options by working with Jabil's internal resources and customers to add Jabil preferred and/or strategic suppliers to customer's Approved Manufacturer's List (AML).
Analyze and project component purchase prices that accurately reflect the inventory value for a financial period in Standard Costing process.
Provide input to determine Quoted Cost to the Customer that is competitive yet maximizes the amount of Materials Price Variance (MPV).
Continuously optimize MPV by reducing the cost of materials and by limiting unfavorable PPV/MPV. Work with BUM to obtain customers' authorization for additional expenses such as premiums on materials or freight and tooling charges incurred on customers' behalf.
Collaborate with Materials Planners and monitor, track, and provide feedback on suppliers' performance for continuous improvement.
Work with Materials Planners to ensure that suppliers support overall business needs of Jabil.
Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree preferred, High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years' experience in purchasing required with resin/chemical buying experience preferred.
• SAP or other ERP experience required.

BENEFITS PACKAGE WITH JABIL

Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Site Bonus
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
• 401K Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Annual Merit Increases
• Community Volunteer Opportunities

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.

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