Buyer

Jabil; Byhalia (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Site Bonus

Medical Dental Vision

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Adoption Assistance

Annual Merit Increases

Volunteer Opportunities

Job summary

Jabil is seeking a Buyer II at our Memphis, TN facility to ensure timely procurement of materials for NPI and production. You will partner with Planning, Operations, and Supply Chain to align purchasing activities with business needs while driving supplier performance and cost optimization.

You will procure metals such as copper and steel, manage supplier relationships, and maintain ERP data, including SAP, to support continuous production and material availability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; manufacturing procurement experience preferred.
• 2+ years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience procuring metals or commodity-based materials preferred.
• Experience supporting NPI, supply chain, or production operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Procure raw materials and components, focusing on copper, steel, and metals to support NPI and production schedules.
• Collaborate with Planning and Operations to ensure material availability aligns with demand forecasts and capacity plans.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to optimize cost, quality, and supply continuity.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to delivery, quality, capacity, or service.
• Maintain purchasing data and transactions within ERP systems, including SAP.
• Analyze and manage inventory levels to support production while minimizing excess and obsolete stock.
• Support NPI activities by ensuring timely material sourcing and supplier readiness.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance purchasing processes and supplier performance.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders across the organization.
• Monitor commodity markets and industry trends to identify cost and supply risks and opportunities.

Skills

Purchasing

Procurement

Supplier Management

ERP SAP

Microsoft Excel

Negotiation

Forecasting

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP ERP

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.

How Will You Make an Impact?

As a Buyer II at our Memphis, TN facility , you will play a critical role in supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and ongoing production by ensuring the timely procurement of materials and components. You will partner closely with Planning, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to align purchasing activities with business requirements while driving supplier performance, cost optimization, and uninterrupted material availability for our Power Distribution Systems customers.

Location:

On-site at our Memphis, TN facility.

What Will You Do?

• Procure raw materials and components, with a focus on copper, steel, and other metal commodities , to support NPI and production schedules.
• Collaborate with Planning and Operations teams to ensure material availability aligns with demand forecasts and capacity plans.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to optimize cost, quality, and supply continuity.
• Monitor supplier performance and proactively resolve issues related to delivery, quality, capacity, or service.
• Maintain accurate purchasing data and transactions within ERP systems , including SAP.
• Analyze and manage inventory levels to support production while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities by ensuring timely material sourcing and supplier readiness.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance purchasing processes, supplier performance, and operational efficiency.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders across the organization.
• Monitor commodity markets and industry trends to identify potential risks and opportunities related to cost and supply.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement procedures, and ethical sourcing standards.
• Comply with all company security policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Management & Supervisory Responsibilities

• Typically reports to a Purchasing Manager, Supply Chain Manager, or Materials Manager.
• This position is not directly responsible for managing other employees.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Experience procuring metals or commodity-based materials preferred.
• Experience supporting NPI, supply chain, or production operations preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of purchasing, procurement, and supply chain management principles.
• Experience working with ERP systems , preferably SAP.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other business software tools.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret demand forecasts and align purchasing strategies with business requirements.
• Knowledge of supplier relationship management and performance evaluation.
• Ability to analyze market trends and commodity pricing to support sourcing decisions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including Planning, Operations, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain.

Benefits Overview

Jabil offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Annual Site Bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage (HRA & HSA options)
• 401(k) with company 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

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.

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