Jabil · 18 hours ago
Purchasing Supervisor - Memphis, TN
Memphis, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expJabil is a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. The Purchasing Supervisor is responsible for leading the Workcell purchasing team, ensuring materials are available to support production, and driving cost‑effective supply chain performance.
ElectronicsHardwareManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and support the Purchasing team to ensure strong performance, accuracy, and responsiveness
Hire and train team members, provide ongoing feedback, and build a positive, high‑performing work environment
Set clear goals for buyers and hold the team accountable for service, accuracy, communication, and delivery metrics
Ensure materials are ordered on time, priced correctly, and aligned with approved supplier agreements
Monitor supply levels, shortages, excess stock, non‑conformance, and other material risks—and drive fast resolution
Work closely with Production, Planning, Materials, and Supply Chain teams to keep schedules and material flow aligned
Support accurate MRP execution and ensure purchasing decisions match Jabil’s supply chain processes and strategies
Identify opportunities to reduce overall material cost—including pricing, freight, liability, and inventory levels
Maintain accurate cost data, support price updates, and ensure system integrity for all purchased components
Provide regular updates to Workcell and Materials leadership on performance, risks, and improvement actions
Look for ways to streamline processes, eliminate waste, and improve speed and accuracy within the purchasing function
Ensure all purchasing activity complies with safety, quality, policy, and security requirements
Qualification
Required
Strong understanding of purchasing, materials planning, and supply chain principles in a manufacturing environment
Ability to lead a team, motivate individuals, and maintain accountability in a fast‑paced setting
Clear communication skills—comfortable collaborating with suppliers, operations, engineering, and leadership
Problem‑solving mindset with the ability to act quickly when issues arise in supply, price, quality, or delivery
Confidence working with ERP/MRP systems and maintaining clean, accurate data
Bachelor's degree preferred, high school diploma/GED required
5+ years of purchasing experience
1–2 years of supervisory or team‑lead experience
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
SAP or similar ERP experience preferred
Benefits
Competitive Base Salary
Site Bonus
Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
401K 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
Company
Jabil
Jabil is a product solutions company providing comprehensive design, manufacturing, supply chain and product management services.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (53)
2024 (32)
2023 (40)
2022 (71)
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2020 (60)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.2B2026-01-15Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2025-06-18Post Ipo Debt· $3.2B
1993-05-07IPO
Leadership Team
Steve Borges
EVP/CEO Jabil Heal
Sherman Tang
CTO, Compute and Storage
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