Sourcing Specialist

The Sourcing Specialist at Jabil, Inc. is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and selecting suppliers to ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services necessary for Jabil's operations. This role focuses on optimizing the supply base, negotiating favorable terms, and mitigating supply chain risks. Job Responsibilities: Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned commodities and services, aligning with overall business objectives. Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers, analyze market trends, and assess supplier capabilities. Manage the Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), and Request for Information (RFI) processes, including bid analysis and supplier selection. Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to achieve the best value for Jabil. Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration and driving continuous improvement. Monitor supplier performance against established metrics (cost, quality, delivery, service) and implement corrective actions as needed. Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including geopolitical, economic, and logistical factors. Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and legal teams to ensure sourcing initiatives meet internal stakeholder requirements. Drive cost reduction initiatives through strategic sourcing, value engineering, and demand management. Ensure compliance with Jabil's procurement policies, ethical guidelines, and relevant regulations. Maintain accurate records of supplier information, contracts, and sourcing activities. , 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., The hourly pay range for this role is $16.00 - $32.00. 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: October 12, 2026., As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth, and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your first year of employment; 4 weeks of paid parental leave; in 2027, 11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to change yearly; 401(k) retirement plan; and employee stock purchase plan., Jabil may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) in connection with various aspects of its recruitment and hiring functions. If and when AI is used, Jabil ensures that its use of AI would not have the effect of subjecting employees to discrimination on the basis of protected classes.