Business Development Manager

Jabil; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

4 weeks parental leave

11 company-paid holidays (2027 plan)

401(k) retirement plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Jabil in Oregon seeks an experienced leader to win aerospace and military business across plants, guiding contracts, pricing, and customer negotiations to meet strategic targets.

You will drive business development, manage key customer relationships, and partner with BUDs, sales, and operations to expand Jabil’s aerospace footprint. Up to 90% travel expected.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, analyze, interpret and communicate regarding complex documents.
• Ability to respond to inquiries from customers and regulators.
• Ability to present information to top management and boards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry.
• Experience with global logistics operations and tax/regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

• Review Customer Documentation and contracts; guidance in negotiation.
• Monitor customer satisfaction and service metrics.
• Assess plant loading and capacity and provide manufacturing input.
• Support targeting of customers, site expansion, and quotes; customer visits.
• Lead quarterly site reviews and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Multilingual a plus

Strong financial and analytical

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree from four-year University or Technical Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for winning new business and expanding the existing business throughout the plants for aerospace and military segment of Jabil's business.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical Management Responsibilities:

• Review Customer Documentation
• Business plans, manufacturing agreements and contracts.
• PO terms and conditions, LOA’s and LOI’s, etc.
• Provide guidance in contract negotiation.

Customer Satisfaction

• Monitor customer satisfaction, service awards and work cell achievements.

Operational Guidance and Input

• Assess, guide and advise on plant loading and capacity conflicts.
• Provide input on manufacturing requirements.

Sales and New Business Unit Support

• Assist in targeting customers and industries appropriate for Jabil.
• Establish customer contacts at the appropriate levels.
• Support business development activities: quotes, customer visits, etc.
• Monitor customer/product transfers & site expansion.
• Develop and maintain expertise in specific industry sector.
• Develop specific plans for each factory together with BUD’s, sales team and operations.
• Assess need for design, NPI, SI and DF capabilities.
• Develop current and future business expectations and drive within organization.
• Lead and participate in quarterly reviews at each site.
• Support sales effort of BUD’s, BUM’s, corporate staff and sales organization.

Corporate Responsibilities

• Keep corporate management informed of changing market conditions within region.
• Clearly understand all operational elements of Jabil’s Business.
• Provide innovative global solutions to customer needs.
• Provide and encourage competitive information feedback on submitted customer quotes.
• Assist with integration of mergers and acquisition activities into mainstream.
• Demonstrate a commitment to customer service; anticipate, meet, and exceed expectations by solving problems quickly and effectively; making customer issues a priority.
• Exchange knowledge and information with other Jabil facilities to ensure best practices are shared throughout the Jabil organization.
• 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.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge Requirements:

• Ability to read, analyze, interpret and communicate regarding common scientific and/or technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Advanced PC skills, including training and knowledge of Jabil’s software packages.
• Ability to tailor advanced quality tools training to all levels of the organization.
• Multilingual a plus.
• 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 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.
• Strong knowledge of global and regional logistics operations and industry.
• Strong proficiency in determining logistics requirements to enable company’s business goals and objectives with ability to devise and implement strategy to achieve targets.
• Strong financial and analytical ability.
• Proficiency in managing business analytics to determine optimum company footprint.
• Strong knowledge of international direct and indirect taxes as well as global customs regimes.
• Proven track record of successful change management accomplishments, implementing and management continuous productivity and cost reduction programs.
• Strong and convincing communication skills.
• Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and e-mail skills required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Focused experience with aerospace and military defense
• Bachelor's Degree from four-year University or Technical Degree preferred.
• 5 years of experience preferred.
• 90% travel required
• Or a combination of education, experience and/or training.

The pay range for this role is $115,500 - $207,900.

The anticipated close date of this job requisition is: November 30, 2026.

As part of the total rewards package, this position is eligible for a short-term incentive based on performance.

In addition, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth, and resilient self.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your first year of employment
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave
• in 2027, 11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to change yearly
• 401(k) retirement plan
• employee stock purchase plan

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 ACCOMMODATION

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