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Jabil

Jabil

10,001+ employees

Global provider of manufacturing solutions

Data & Analytics
Industrial & Manufacturing

Compensation Overview

$58.5k - $97.3kAnnually

+ Short-term incentive based on performance

Entry, Junior

Grand Junction, CO, USA

Category
Procurement & Sourcing
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Supply Chain Management
Inventory Management
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 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 effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Ability to operate a personal computer including using a Windows based operating system and related software.
  • Advanced PC skills, including training and knowledge of Jabil’s software packages.
  • Ability to write simple correspondence. Read and understand visual aid.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.
  • Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
Responsibilities
  • Participate in decision making of MPS loading through proper materials sizing.
  • Analyze, maintain, and execute Materials Requirement Plan (MRP). Continuously monitor and verify materials pipeline to ensure it meets the MRP requirements. Identify and appropriately address materials supply issues.
  • Ensure materials availability to support production per the Master Production Schedule through MRP execution, on-time delivery, and coordination of materials movement through receiving to production.
  • Proactively eliminate materials liabilities for Jabil by clearly understanding the ownership (supplier / customer). Track and provide supporting data to BUM in order to clearly define customer liable materials. Execute and maximize Jabil negotiated terms with suppliers to reduce materials liability.
  • Issue Purchase Orders to pricing, terms & conditions that are negotiated and agreed to by Jabil Commodity Managers and Buyers. Ensure suppliers’ adherence to established agreements.
  • Optimize order management process to ensure effective communication with suppliers.
  • Maintain integrity of master data and purchasing planning parameters in order to minimize material liability and to balance the cost of procurement with inventory investment levels.
  • Monitor and continuously improve supplier’s delivery and quality performance. Address and resolve recurring or critical issues by utilizing corrective action tools and additional resources.
  • Support Accounts Payable in resolving invoice discrepancies.
  • Provide inputs to drive and execute Jabil’s commodity and pricing strategy. Work closely with Buyers, Commodity Managers, & SCM. Provide feedback on supplier performance and Jabil’s strategies.
  • Minimize materials freight expenses for Jabil.
  • Monitor, track, and provide feedback on suppliers’ performance on delivery, quality, and service.
  • 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.

Jabil provides manufacturing solutions across various industries, including healthcare, automotive, consumer electronics, and industrial sectors. The company offers end-to-end services, managing everything from product design and engineering to final assembly and distribution. This comprehensive approach helps clients streamline operations, cut costs, and speed up the time it takes to bring products to market. Jabil stands out from competitors by utilizing advanced analytics to enhance production processes and deliver better value to clients. The goal of Jabil is to support leading brands in efficiently launching innovative products while optimizing their manufacturing and supply chain operations.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Saint Petersburg, Florida

Founded

1966

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Jabil's AI-driven supply chain solutions enhance efficiency and reduce client costs.
  • Expansion in India provides strategic advantage in the growing Asian electronics market.
  • Collaboration with Axiado positions Jabil as a leader in AI-driven cybersecurity.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition in AI-driven supply chain management challenges Jabil's ID8 Global.
  • Expansion in India exposes Jabil to geopolitical risks and regulatory challenges.
  • Reliance on Apple as a major client poses a risk if Apple diversifies suppliers.

What makes Jabil unique

  • Jabil offers end-to-end manufacturing solutions, from design to distribution.
  • The company integrates advanced analytics to optimize production processes.
  • Jabil's global reach spans 100 locations in 30 countries.

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