Job Profile: Purchasing > General Purchasing Job Summary This role will be responsible for managing the day to day purchasing activities for a specific work cell. He/She should develop and implement strategic material management initiatives that are in-line with both customer and Jabil business strategies in order to meet customer expectations with most optimized resources. Responsibilities - Manage team of buyers focused on delivering best in class performance. - Material KPI management, ensure KPI are driven and achieved in healthy way. - Develop relationships with suppliers and customers to understand market trends and influences on pricing and service levels - Collaborate with cross functional teams including engineering, quality, operations, logistics, and finance to drive results - Manage day-to-day activities of buyers on team to include mentoring, coaching, training, and development. - Complete special projects and assignments as requested by manager. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree required preferably in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering or related field - Minimum of five years of relevant experience required - Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data to make informed decisions - Excellent communication skills both written and verbal English - Demonstrated negotiation and influencing skills - Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while meeting deadlines - Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)