Buyer II
Core
Manage MRP to balance material supply with demand and optimize overall material costs.
Role type
Senior Buyer / Sourcing Specialist
Builds
Strategic material supply base and cost-optimized procurement solutions for global brands
Domain
Manufacturing / Supply Chain
Required skills
MRP management, supplier development, cost negotiation, strategic sourcing, supplier auditing, pricing analysis, contract negotiation, data analysis, financial modeling, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Advanced PC skills, Jabil software packages, algebra and geometry concepts, graph interpretation
Technologies
Windows-based operating systems, Jabil software packages
Responsibilities
Develop supply base and Supply Chain strategies unique to customer or Business Unit needs; Quote new and existing materials and negotiate terms to capitalize on cost reduction opportunities; Conduct supplier audits, visits, certifications, and performance reviews; Analyze and project component purchase prices for Standard Costing; Optimize Materials Price Variance (MPV) by reducing material costs; Collaborate with Materials Planners to monitor supplier performance and ensure business needs are met.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC