MRO Buyer

Jabil•Salisbury, NC

About The Position

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. Procure direct and indirect materials, including production, prototype, and MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) components, necessary to support manufacturing operations. Responsibilities include achieving the best possible pricing, lead-time agreements, resolution of quality issues, on-time delivery, and effective inventory management to support production continuity and cost objectives.

Requirements

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, percentages, and ratios.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, and peers.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Proficiency in operating a personal computer using a Windows-based operating system and related software.
Advanced PC skills, including knowledge of Jabil’s internal software systems.
Ability to write simple correspondence and read and understand visual aids.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out one- or two-step instructions.
Ability to deal with standardized situations with minimal variability.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to perform basic mathematical operations using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rates, ratios, percentages, and interpret graphs.
Bachelor’s degree preferred in related field and 4 plus years experience.

Responsibilities

Participate in decision-making related to MPS loading through proper materials sizing.
Analyze, maintain, and execute the Materials Requirement Plan (MRP).
Continuously monitor and verify the materials pipeline to ensure alignment with MRP requirements and proactively address supply issues.
Ensure materials availability to support production per the Master Production Schedule through effective MRP execution, on-time delivery, and coordination of material movement from receiving to production.
Procure MRO materials and services required to support manufacturing equipment, facilities, tooling, maintenance activities, and operational needs.
Collaborate with Maintenance, Facilities, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, and EHS teams to understand MRO requirements and prioritize demand.
Monitor MRO inventory levels to balance cost control with operational continuity, minimizing stockouts and excess inventory.
Proactively eliminate material liabilities by understanding ownership (supplier vs. customer).
Track and provide supporting data to BUMs to clearly define customer-liable materials.
Execute and maximize Jabil-negotiated supplier terms to reduce material and MRO liability.
Issue Purchase Orders in accordance with pricing, terms, and conditions negotiated by Jabil Commodity Managers and Buyers, ensuring supplier compliance.
Optimize order management processes to ensure effective communication with suppliers for both direct materials and MRO purchases.
Maintain integrity of master data and purchasing parameters to minimize liability and balance procurement cost with inventory investment.
Monitor and continuously improve supplier delivery and quality performance; address recurring or critical issues utilizing corrective action tools.
Support Accounts Payable in resolving invoice discrepancies related to direct materials and MRO purchases.
Provide input to support and execute Jabil’s commodity, pricing, and indirect procurement strategies.
Collaborate closely with Buyers, Commodity Managers, and SCM.
Minimize materials and MRO freight expenses through supplier negotiation and logistics optimization.
Monitor, track, and provide feedback on supplier performance related to delivery, quality, service, and cost.
Ensure compliance with all safety, health, environmental, and security policies associated with this position.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.