What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Manager – Salisbury, NC (Relocation Available) position at Jabil?
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. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
Supply Chain Manager
Location: On-site Salisbury, NC - Relocation Available
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing end‑to‑end supply chain operations supporting Jabil’s Salisbury, NC manufacturing site. This role supports complex, high‑tech Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) programs involving state‑of‑the‑art electronic, mechanical, and hardware components. The Supply Chain Manager will provide leadership across Materials, Purchasing, and Planning functions to ensure continuity of supply, cost competitiveness, and on‑time delivery in a fast‑paced, high‑mix manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Supply Chain Leadership
Minimum Qualifications
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accessibility Accommodation
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.
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Supply Chain Manager
Location: On-site Salisbury, NC - Relocation Available
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing end‑to‑end supply chain operations supporting Jabil’s Salisbury, NC manufacturing site. This role supports complex, high‑tech Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) programs involving state‑of‑the‑art electronic, mechanical, and hardware components. The Supply Chain Manager will provide leadership across Materials, Purchasing, and Planning functions to ensure continuity of supply, cost competitiveness, and on‑time delivery in a fast‑paced, high‑mix manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Supply Chain Leadership
- Lead, develop, and coach Materials, Purchasing, and Planning teams to support complex EMS manufacturing programs.
- Align supply chain strategies with customer requirements, production schedules, and site business objectives.
- Establish performance expectations, KPIs, and development plans for direct and indirect reports.
- Own demand planning, supply planning, and capacity alignment across multiple programs and customers.
- Ensure material availability to meet production schedules while optimizing inventory levels, turns, and working capital.
- Drive MRP discipline and planning accuracy in a dynamic, high‑change environment.
- Lead purchasing strategies for direct materials, including advanced electronic components, mechanical parts, and hardware assemblies.
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure lead‑time reliability, cost competitiveness, quality, and continuity of supply.
- Drive cost reduction initiatives, contract negotiations, and supplier performance improvement activities.
- Serve as the primary supply chain interface for internal stakeholders, including Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Finance.
- Support new product introductions (NPI), production ramps, and engineering changes with an emphasis on supply readiness.
- Communicate supply risks, constraints, and recovery plans clearly to internal leadership and customers.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks related to component availability, supplier capacity, and demand volatility.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning effectiveness, supplier performance, and operational efficiency.
- Utilize data and system tools to support scalable and repeatable supply chain processes.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline required.
- 10 years of progressive supply chain experience in an Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) or high‑tech manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated experience supporting electronics, mechanical, and hardware components and assemblies.
- Minimum of 4 years of people management experience, including leading and developing multi‑discipline teams (Materials, Purchasing, Planning).
- Strong working knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems (required).
- Proven experience with MRP, demand and supply planning, supplier management, and inventory control.
- Demonstrated Lean mindset applied to supply chain operations, including continuous improvement, waste reduction, process standardization, and flow optimization across planning, materials, and purchasing.
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 Incentives
- 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
BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accessibility Accommodation
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.
#whereyoubelong
#AWorldofPossibilities