Buyer II

Jabil

  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
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.How will you make an impact?As a Buyer, you will manage the Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) process to ensure that material supply aligns with production demand. You’ll develop sourcing strategies, negotiate supplier terms, and collaborate with internal teams to optimize material costs and support business objectives. Your role is critical in maintaining supply chain efficiency, improving supplier performance, and ensuring timely delivery of quality materials.What will you do?
  • Manage MRP to ensure material supply meets production demand while optimizing cost.
  • Develop supply base and strategic sourcing plans tailored to customer or business unit needs.
  • Collaborate with Purchasing Managers and Supply Chain Management (SCM) to align customer needs with Jabil’s supply chain strategies.
  • Communicate expectations to suppliers and conduct audits, certifications, and performance reviews.
  • Support and contribute to Jabil’s SCM initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Quote new and existing materials; negotiate pricing and terms to reduce costs.
  • Make sourcing decisions based on total cost and benefit, including price, freight, quality, and service.
  • Negotiate terms that protect Jabil’s interests, including liability and stocking arrangements.
  • Ensure execution of global purchasing agreements and negotiated terms.
  • Work with internal teams and customers to expand strategic suppliers on Approved Manufacturer’s Lists (AML).
  • Analyze and project component pricing for accurate inventory valuation in standard costing.
  • Provide input for competitive customer quotes while maximizing Materials Price Variance (MPV).
  • Optimize MPV by reducing material costs and managing price variances.
  • Collaborate with Materials Planners to monitor supplier performance and ensure alignment with business needs.
  • Adhere to safety, health, and security policies.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
How will you get here?Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred.
Experience:
  • 2–3 years of experience in materials planning, procurement, or supply chain operations.
  • Or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
  • Strong analytical and mathematical skills, including ability to calculate percentages, ratios, and interpret graphs.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Windows-based systems.
  • Advanced PC skills and familiarity with Jabil’s software packages.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Effective communication and presentation skills.
  • Strong organizational and decision-making abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and manage standardized processes with minimal variation
Benefits
  • 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 Base Pay Increase
  • Community Volunteer Opportunities
BE 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.Accessibility AccommodationIf 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 Always_Accessible@Jabil.com 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. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.#whereyoubelong#AWorldofPossibilities#EarlyCareer

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