Defense & Aerospace Supply Chain Development Manager

Jabil Defense & Aerospace is seeking a Supply Chain Development Manager to work in our St. Petersburg, FL location. 

As a Supply Chain Development Manager, you will be responsible for the Supply Chain Design & Supporting Business Plan required to proactively manage both the Customer & Jabil’s business expectations.

• Perform situational analysis leading to Strategy Development around all Supply Chain Disciplines (Procurement, Planning, Logistics, Design, etc.)

• End-to-end accountability for the BOM costing strategy and process applied to a particular customer

• Develop relationships that allow the ability to influence the Customer, Suppliers, and key stakeholders within Jabil.

• Provides leadership and strategic direction to individuals who directly and indirectly play a role in Strategy creation/ implementation

• Ensure an appropriate Planning Process is in place to support both Customer and Jabil Revenue Projections, Inventory Models, & Supply Chain Flexibility programs.

• Develop and oversee product launch plans for new business, and transition plans for products being moved between Jabil manufacturing sites.

• Develops Process and Tools for the communication of all Supply Chain “Reporting” that is required by the customer (E&O, OTD, Pricing, etc.).

• Implement Inventory programs that allow Jabil to optimize working Capital (Hubbing, JIT, optimum manufacturing lot sizes, alternate transportation methodologies, etc.).

• Clearly and regularly communicates Customer needs and collaborate with others Functional areas within Jabil to ensure alignment on common goals (Commodity Management, Advanced Planning, Operations, Design, Finance, etc.).

• Develop and deploy an appropriate quoting process that allows Jabil every chance to win new business.

• Identify creative ways to reduce cost, and develop and deploy an appropriate Costing model which supports our Customers and Jabil’s negotiation calendar

• Negotiate favorable Pricing, Terms, and Contracts that allow Jabil a Competitive Advantage in the market

• In conjunction with BD negotiate Customer terms that don’t leave Jabil exposed based on quote model (Pricing & Inventory)

• Working in concert with Customer’s SCM & Design organizations to create alignment in Supplier Selection strategies.

• Understand regulatory Compliance or Local Legislation that may impact on the supply chain design for a particular Customer

• Establish Clear & Measurable goals and objectives by which to determine individual & team results

• Solicit ongoing performance feedback from individuals within Jabil that can help to quantify performance trends

• Clearly understand and be able to articulate both Jabil & our Customers Strategic Direction

• Develop clear understanding of Business Unit P&L and cause and effect of Supply Chain elements on balance sheet

• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree required, however discipline in Business Management, Supply Chain or similar discipline strongly preferred.

• At least 10 years of related experience, preferably in Supply Chain Management, or an equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training.

• Additional certification such as ASQ, CQE, CQM, CQA, OR ISO Lead Auditor, as well as global experience is highly desirable.

• Experience in Defense & Aerospace experience is preferred.

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.

• Experience in using Microsoft Excel; knowledge of v-lookups and use of formulas or macros.