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.
Join Velocity Electronics a Jabil Inc. Company as our next BUYER in Stevenage, UK.
What can you expect to do?
* Procurement & Order Management: Manage the purchasing process and oversee the expediting of materials from all suppliers to ensure timely delivery and supply continuity.
* Vendor Management & Development: Maintain strong supplier relationships while identifying, evaluating, and onboarding new vendors to support business growth.
* Sales Support & Sourcing Execution: Support the sales team by conducting vendor evaluations, sourcing components, reviewing datasheets, providing technical assistance, supporting BOM requirements, negotiating pricing, and expediting orders.
* Supplier Relationship Building: Continuously develop and strengthen vendor partnerships to improve service levels, pricing, and reliability.
* Purchase Order Administration: Create, update, and manage purchase orders and VRMAs accurately within company systems.
* Performance & Goal Achievement: Consistently meet or exceed performance goals established by management.
* Reporting & Documentation: Prepare and provide procurement and vendor performance reports as requested.
* Inbound Order Expediting: Proactively track and expedite inbound shipments to prevent delays and ensure on-time fulfillment.
* Accounting Coordination: Collaborate with the accounting team to verify payment terms, credit arrangements, and financial documentation with suppliers.
What is the experience and knowledge needed to be successful in this role?
* 4-year college degree.
* 2+ years of purchasing experience in the electronics distribution industry.
* Knowledge of complex enterprise platforms including ERP such as SAP and Commodity.
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