Business Unit Program Manager

Jabil Malaysia; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 79,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Jabil in Prince George, VA is seeking a Business Unit Program Manager to lead startup of a new manufacturing facility and manage large-scale customer programs. You will coordinate cross-functional teams across operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain to establish processes and readiness from day one.

This role requires strong project management, excellent customer communication, and the ability to drive product introductions from concept to production in a fast-paced startup

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex projects or programs in manufacturing or related industries.
• Strong PM, CRM, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, logistics, testing, and supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale customer programs from planning through production.
• Serve as the primary contact for customers, ensuring satisfaction.
• Support the launch of a new facility, including process development and readiness.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across operations, manufacturing, quality, engineering, supply chain, and logistics.
• Manage scope, schedules, resources, budgets, risks, and milestones to ensure delivery.
• Drive new product introductions and lifecycle activities from concept through production.
• Partner with customers and internal stakeholders to identify solutions and resolve issues.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Customer relationships

Manufacturing processes

ERP systems

Tools

ERP systems

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.

Business Unit Program Manager Help Launch a New Manufacturing Facility. Lead Critical Customer Programs. Drive Operational Excellence. Jabil is seeking a Business Unit Project/Program Manager to play a key role in the startup of a new manufacturing facility in Prince George, VA. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to help build operations from the ground up while supporting the production of large-scale, highly complex equipment used in critical infrastructure applications. As part of the core startup team, you'll lead strategic customer programs, coordinate cross-functional teams, and help establish the processes, systems, and operational framework needed for long-term success.

Location: Prince George, VA (On-Site)

What You'll Do

• Lead large-scale customer programs and strategic projects from planning through execution and production.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring exceptional communication and customer satisfaction.
• Support the launch of a new manufacturing facility, including process development, operational readiness, and team onboarding.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across operations, manufacturing, quality, engineering, supply chain, and logistics.
• Manage project scope, schedules, resources, budgets, risks, and milestones to ensure successful delivery.
• Drive new product introductions and product lifecycle activities from concept through production.
• Partner with customers and internal stakeholders to identify solutions, resolve issues, and exceed expectations.
• Support implementation of manufacturing processes for large electrical, power, and mechanical assemblies.

What You'll Bring

• Experience leading complex projects or programs within manufacturing, operations, engineering, supply chain, or related environments.
• Strong project management, customer relationship management, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, logistics, testing, and supply chain operations.
• Experience working with ERP systems and manufacturing business processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while driving results in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage customers and senior leadership.

Preferred Experience

• Factory startup, greenfield operations, or manufacturing expansion experience.
• Experience with large industrial equipment, power systems, electrical assemblies, or capital equipment manufacturing.
• Familiarity with medium-voltage, low-voltage, panel wiring, point-to-point wiring, or high-power electronic assemblies.
• Background supporting complex customer programs in highly regulated or technical manufacturing environments.

Why Jabil?

This is a rare opportunity to help build a manufacturing operation from the ground up while leading high-visibility customer programs. You'll work alongside a talented startup team, influence the development of a new facility, and play a critical role in delivering innovative, large-scale products that support critical industries worldwide.

The pay range for this role is $79,400 - $142,900. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity. As part of the total rewards package, this position is eligible for a short-term incentive based on performance.

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.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan
• paid time off

Accessibility Accommodation

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