JOB SUMMARY
The Procurement Specialist performs a wide variety of duties to provide assistance and support to the team, ensuring efficient and effective purchasing processes. This role is crucial in maintaining strong supplier relationships and contributing to cost-effective sourcing strategies in an expedited manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Process and approve purchase requisitions and purchase orders accurately and timely

·         Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement needs are handled expeditiously.

·         Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, delivery schedules, and invoice discrepancies.

·         Onboard and maintain accurate supplier information in the company's ERP system.

·         Support the negotiation of terms and conditions with suppliers.

·         Perform basic purchasing training for new users.

·         Prepare and analyze basic procurement reports and data.

·         Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement department.

·         Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
·         Ability to interpret data and exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions
·         Establish and maintain effective working relationships
·         Customer service or equivalent industry experience
·         Express ideas clearly and concisely
·         Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
·         Must be organized or have the ability to perform multi-task duties with high attention to detail

·         Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
·         Ability to set priorities for assigned tasks
·         Ability to interact and complete projects on time
·         Strong computer skills; word, excel, e-mail, account management database (SAP and Coupa preferred)
·         Desire to learn
·         Solutions oriented team player in a fast-paced environment

Benefits Overview

Jabil offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage (HRA & HSA options)

• 401(k) with company 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 Base Pay Increase

The hourly pay range for this role is $20.77 - $37.36. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.

As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth, and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; paid time off; paid parental leave; company-paid holidays subject to change yearly; 401(k) retirement plan; and employee stock purchase plan.

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Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accommodation Statement

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to Always_Accessible@Jabil.com or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.