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Jabil

Supply Chain Senior Manager

Jabil, Benicia, California, United States, 94510

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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.

SUMMARY

The Senior Supply Chain Manager will serve as the primary On-Site Jabil representative to a leading modular home builder, operating in a heavy manufacturing environment. This role is embedded full-time at the customer’s facility Onsite in Vallejo, CA, and is responsible for the execution and continuous improvement of all supply chain functions including purchasing, warehousing, inventory management, and material flow.

This individual will lead and develop an integrated team of buyers, planners, and warehouse staff while owning the end-to-end flow of materials—ensuring that all items are received properly, stored securely, and delivered accurately and on time to meet production schedules. They will collaborate cross-functionally with operations, engineering, and project management teams to maintain build velocity and eliminate delays.

In addition to daily operational responsibilities, the Senior Supply Chain Manager is expected to drive efficiency improvements, cost reductions, and process standardization that support both short-term production targets and long-term scalability. This position is critical to ensuring seamless alignment between Jabil and the customer’s factory operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

On-Site Client Representation

Serve as the primary on-site interface between Jabil and the modular home builder’s senior leadership

Lead customer engagement on all matters related to material flow, production readiness, inventory control, and supplier performance

Represent Jabil in planning meetings, status reviews, audits, and operations forums

Team Development & Communication

Build, lead, and coach a high-performing team across warehouse operations, procurement, and inventory planning

Maintain strong internal communication between on-site and off-site Jabil resources

Translate customer needs into actionable supply chain activities with clear accountability

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Purchasing and Market Intelligence

Analyze market segment dynamics and align procurement strategy accordingly

Identify and address gaps in Jabil’s supply base to meet customer and program-specific needs

Build strategic supplier partnerships for key architectural and structural components

Cost Management

Use cost modeling and analysis tools to benchmark and negotiate favorable pricing

Implement advanced supply chain programs such as Just-in-Time (JIT), consignment, and supplier-managed inventory

Drive initiatives to improve landed cost and inventory efficiency

Program Execution

Collaborate with Supply Chain Project Managers to manage sourcing activity at the program level

Support AVL control, BOM development, and early supplier involvement initiatives

Ensure timely RFQ execution and competitive bid strategies for new and existing programs

Customer Service and Performance Management

Act as Jabil’s supply chain expert in all customer-facing settings

Lead issue resolution related to materials, inventory shortages, and logistics disruptions

Ensure program KPIs related to cost, delivery, and inventory performance are achieved

PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS & ORDER MANAGEMENT

Oversee the performance and alignment of both onshore and offshore buying teams to ensure timely purchasing and effective supplier engagement

Coordinate daily with offshore teams to address open purchase order issues, confirm delivery dates, and maintain ERP data accuracy

Provide daily delivery updates to the customer, including anticipated arrivals, potential delays, and risk mitigation plans

Manage expedited and rush order requests with urgency, escalating where necessary to avoid production interruptions

Monitor open order reports, proactively identify at-risk items, and ensure material availability to meet build plans

Work cross-functionally with planning, engineering, and warehouse teams to align purchasing execution with production demand

WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS & INVENTORY FLOW MANAGEMENT

Material Flow Execution

Oversee all material receiving, staging, storage, and kitting functions to support a high-volume, heavy manufacturing environment

Ensure that materials are tracked, stored, and delivered to the production line in a timely and accurate manner

Manage staging of large-format components such as HVAC, windows, and lumber with special handling and storage requirements

Inventory Control

Develop and manage inventory control policies and procedures

Monitor KPIs such as inventory accuracy, shrinkage, days on hand, and excess/obsolete inventory

Conduct regular cycle counts, physical audits, and root cause analysis of variances

Process Improvement

Continuously evaluate warehouse layout, kitting strategy, and labor efficiency to optimize throughput

Implement lean practices to eliminate waste, improve material visibility, and reduce non-value-added handling

Introduce new systems and technologies to enhance tracking, planning, and productivity

Compliance and Safety

Ensure compliance with site-specific safety protocols and material handling regulations

Promote a safe work environment and enforce adherence to Jabil and customer safety standards

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or a related technical field

8+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing supply chain operations, with at least 3 years in a warehouse-intensive or factory-embedded role

Domestic travel up to 25%

Demonstrated success in material planning, procurement, warehouse operations, and cross-functional coordination

Experience in heavy manufacturing or industrial production environments preferred

Proficiency with ERP and WMS systems; familiarity with lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies is a plus

Excellent leadership, communication, and customer engagement skills

The pay range for this role is $112,900 - $203,300. 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. The anticipated close date of this job requisition is: September 30, 2025.

As part of the total rewards package, this position is eligible for a short-term incentive based on performance. In addition, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan; and paid time off.

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