À propos de ce poste Purchasing Manager chez Jabil
Strategic Sourcing. Stronger Supply. — Join Velocity Electronics, a Jabil company, as our next Purchasing Manager in Austin, Texas
We are seeking a Purchasing Manager to grow and manage Velocity’s vendor base while supporting our sales team in fulfilling customer component requirements. This role will drive sourcing, procurement, and sales support activities to ensure we deliver exceptional customer experiences and outcomes.
The Purchasing Manager will oversee the procurement and expediting of materials from suppliers, manage vendor qualifications and relationships, and supervise and develop the Buyers team. This is a hands-on role that combines strategic and operational responsibilities and requires strong collaboration with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
If you’re passionate about strategic sourcing, building strong supplier relationships, and driving results in a fast-paced global business, we want to meet you.
What can you expect to do?
Seller Support & Technical Sourcing: Support sellers with vendor evaluations, datasheet lookups, technical inquiries, BOM support, vendor negotiations, and expediting.
Vendor Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors to support sourcing and procurement objectives.
Team Leadership & Management: Supervise Buyers and carry out managerial responsibilities in accordance with Velocity Electronics’ policies and procedures.
Purchasing & Order Approval: Review and approve purchase orders and VRMAs, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company requirements.
Goal Setting & Team Coordination: Set goals for Buyers and effectively manage Buyer/Seller arrangements to support business priorities.
Reporting & Analytics: Prepare and review monthly reports to track purchasing activity, team performance, and key business metrics.
Communication & Collaboration: Lead and participate in department meetings to align priorities, share updates, and address business needs.
Order Expediting: Monitor and expedite inbound orders to ensure timely delivery and support customer requirements.
What is the experience and knowledge needed to be successful in this role?
4-year college degree in Business, Supply Chain, Purchasing, or a related field.
5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or industry experience.
2+ years of managerial or team leadership experience.
Experience in the semiconductor, electronic components, or electronics distribution industry.
Strong knowledge of sourcing, procurement, vendor management, and supply chain processes.
Experience with complex enterprise platforms, including ERP systems such as SAP.
Strong understanding of electronic components, supplier networks, and purchasing practices.
Benefits Package
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
Competitive Base Salary
Annual Bonus
Long Term Incentive
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
Community Volunteer Opportunities
This is an onsite position based in Austin, TX placing you at the center of where global collaboration meets operational excellence.
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