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Jabil

Buyer II

Jabil

. Manage MRP to ensure materials supply equals demand and support optimization of overall material costs .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supply chain management, including material requirements planning (MRP), supplier negotiation, and cost optimization strategies. Proficient in analyzing purchase prices and maximizing materials price variance while ensuring compliance with safety and security procedures.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Supply Chain ManagementMaterial Requirements Planning (MRP)Supplier NegotiationCost OptimizationSupplier Performance Analysis

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Hard Skills
Cost CalculationBasic AlgebraGeometryData AnalysisInventory ValuationMaterials Price Variance OptimizationSupplier AuditsContract NegotiationPerformance ReviewStandard Costing
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationProblem SolvingPresentation SkillsCollaborationCustomer Service
Tools & Technologies
Jabil Software PackagesWindows Operating SystemPersonal Computer
Industry Keywords
Supply Chain StrategiesSupplier AgreementsWorldwide Purchasing AgreementsMaterials PlanningSafety and Health Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Manage MRP to ensure materials supply equals demand and support optimization of overall material costs
  • Develop supply base and supply chain strategies for customers or business-unit strategic materials
  • Support customer business needs using standard processes and customized solutions where necessary
  • Collaborate with the Purchasing Manager and SCM to determine approaches for customer needs
  • Communicate Jabil expectations to suppliers and conduct supplier audits, visits, certifications, and performance reviews
  • Obtain and provide feedback on supplier delivery, quality, and service performance
  • Support and improve Jabil SCM initiatives and strategies
  • Quote new and existing materials and frequently re-quote and negotiate for cost reductions
  • Make sourcing decisions based on total cost and benefit
  • Negotiate terms, conditions, liability terms, stocking arrangements, and other supplier agreements
  • Ensure execution of Jabil pricing and terms agreements, including Worldwide Purchasing Agreements
  • Work with internal resources and customers to add preferred or strategic suppliers to Approved Manufacturer’s Lists
  • Analyze and project component purchase prices for inventory valuation in the Standard Costing process
  • Provide input on quoted customer costs and maximize Materials Price Variance
  • Optimize Materials Price Variance by reducing material costs and limiting unfavorable PPV/MPV
  • Obtain customer authorization for premiums, freight, tooling, and other additional expenses
  • Collaborate with Materials Planners to monitor and improve supplier performance
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume
  • Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
  • Ability to operate a personal computer including using a Windows based operating system and related software
  • Advanced PC skills, including training and knowledge of Jabil’s software packages
  • Ability to write simple correspondence and read and understand visual aids
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions
  • Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
  • Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs
  • Must adhere to safety and health rules and regulations
  • Must comply with company security procedures

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Equal opportunity employer
  • Reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities