Materials Supervisor - based onsite Memphis, TN

Materials Supervisor

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. With over 50 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.

Location : Jabil Memphis

Job Responsibilities

The Materials Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the Purchasing and Planning functions within the site, serving as the escalation point for a team of materials professionals. This role does not include warehouse or inventory control responsibilities. The Supervisor will lead problem-solving efforts, make strategic decisions, manage budget approvals, and collaborate cross-functionally with Inventory Control (IC), Business Units (BU), and Supply Chain (SC) teams.

• Supervise and support two direct reports.
• Serve as the escalation point for purchasing and planning issues, including material shortages and production schedule risks.
• Approve SAP-related requests including role assignments, appeals, and purchase order (PO) values.
• Oversee and re-evaluate min / max levels for bulk materials, ensuring production schedules do not exceed variance.
• Present planning and purchasing metrics to Business Units and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IC, BU, and SC teams to align on operational goals and resolve escalations.
• Lead strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects to improve materials performance and cost efficiency.
• Support budgetary oversight and approval processes for purchasing activities.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Experience Needed

What can you expect to do to be successful in this role?

Education & Experience Requirements :

Benefits Package with Jabil

Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes :

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