Operations Development Manager II - US Growth (Byhalia, MS)

This job is with Jabil, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), 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.

 

Jabil is looking for an experienced Operations Development Manager to develop, lead, and manage operations of our new site in Byhalia, MS!

• This is an onsite role!
• Relocation available
• Competitive salary and benefits including annual bonus

How will you make an impact?  
Support acquisition and campus opportunities, partnering with various core positions, such as Materials Manager, Manufacturing Operation Manager, and HR.

 

What will you do?

• Define, develop and implement an Operational Development strategy which contributes to the campus strategic directions.
• Assist with recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of Operational Development staff.
• Create and manage succession plans for Operational Development function.
• Deliver weekly communication updates within the department.
• Assist in driving the campus strategic directions.
• Support the workcell business strategy as it pertains to Operational Development.
• Provide regular updates to Business Unit on the execution of the strategy.
• Identify creative ways to reduce cost by streamlining processes and systems (i.e. modification of responsibilities or consolidation of tasks, elimination of non-value-added processes, or complete re-engineering of processes and systems).
• Utilize tools to monitor departmental cost and cost trends, striving continuously to improve value.
• Provide feedback to peers on cost and cost trends.
• Prepare timely forecasts for the department.
• Compare forward forecast results to historical actual results for trend assessment and analysis.
• Assist with and develop succession plans for Managers and keep access open with plans.
• Display expert technical knowledge in field as well as knowledge of function in Jabil e.g. Purchasing, Planning.
• Use and analyze the Due Diligence process to assess the functional capability of campus opportunities, report findings and highlight possible risks.
• Support functional team and conduct gap analysis to identify areas for improvement.
• Recruit, coach and Jabilize Functional Manager.
• Work with Functional Manager to recruit and train functional team.
• Work with and support functional team to action plan improvements.
• Provide functional support to campus sites.
• Work with Project Manager to establish a functional start-up plan.
• Work with Operations Manager to recruit, coach and Jabilize Functional Manager.
• Work with Functional Manager to fulfill start-up plan.
• Build effective relationships with Functional Managers across the region.
• Lead by example; walk the talk.
• Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.
• Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

How will you get here?  

Education:  

• Bachelor's Degree Business Management OR equivalent education and training

Experience:  

• 6 to 8 years of relevant industrial experience
• Including at least 4 years experience in a supervisory or management role within an Operational Development department.
• Or a combination of education, experience and/or training.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:  

• Advanced PC skills, including training and knowledge of Jabil's software packages in an integrated system such as SAP.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interprets general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

What can Jabil offer you?

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

• 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

Apply Today!

 

 

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