Buyer II

Buyer II

At Jabil, we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. 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.

As a Buyer II at our Brandywine/West Chester, PA facility, you will manage MRP-driven procurement activities to ensure material supply meets demand while optimizing total cost. You will lead supply base development, execute sourcing strategies, and serve as a key interface between suppliers, customers, and internal teams. Your work will directly influence cost performance, supplier capability, and overall supply chain effectiveness.

What Will You Do?

• Manage MRP activities to ensure timely and efficient material supply aligned with production demand.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies tailored to specific customers or Business Units.
• Support customer needs using standard processes and customized solutions as required; collaborate with Purchasing Manager and Supply Chain Management (SCM) teams.
• Influence customer supply chain strategies to align with Jabil's preferred sourcing approach.
• Communicate Jabil expectations to suppliers and conduct supplier audits, visits, certifications, and performance reviews.
• Obtain and incorporate feedback from Materials Planners regarding supplier delivery, quality, and service performance.
• Support and contribute to Jabil SCM initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
• Lead quoting activities for new and existing materials; partner with Materials Quotation Analysts as applicable.
• Continuously re-quote and negotiate to drive cost reduction opportunities.
• Make sourcing decisions based on total cost of ownership, including price, freight, duty, flexibility, quality, and supplier performance.
• Negotiate terms and conditions that protect Jabil's interests, including liability, stocking agreements, and non-standard terms.
• Ensure execution of pricing agreements such as World Wide Purchasing Agreements (WWPA).
• Expand sourcing options by adding preferred suppliers to the Approved Manufacturer's List (AML).
• Analyze and project component purchase pricing for standard costing processes.
• Provide input on customer quotes to maintain competitiveness while maximizing Materials Price Variance (MPV).
• Optimize MPV by reducing cost and minimizing unfavorable PPV/MPV.
• Partner with Business Unit Managers to obtain customer approvals for additional costs (e.g., premium freight, tooling).
• Collaborate with Materials Planners to monitor supplier performance and ensure alignment with business needs.
• Adhere to all safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Comply with company security policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

How Will You Get Here?

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Relevant experience in purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain required.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of MRP systems, sourcing strategies, and supplier management.
• Ability to analyze costs and make data-driven sourcing decisions.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience with supplier contracts and agreements.
• Advanced PC skills, including experience with Jabil software packages.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to effectively communicate and present information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills, including the ability to calculate ratios, percentages, and cost impacts.
• Ability to interpret and work with technical documentation and data.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.

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

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