Job Description

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.JOB SUMMARYResponsible for the demand management, statistical planning analysis and inventory activities for a global business unit on a worldwide basis.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\xc2\xb7 The Global Demand Planner coordinates planning activities in support of the long-term supply plan and the customers\xe2\x80\x99 service level agreements.
\xc2\xb7 Manage forecast from the customer; including development & refinement of the process, analysis of the impact of demand changes, customer interface, and development and communication of the weekly build requirement to the Jabil factories.
\xc2\xb7 Understand contractual agreement between customer and Jabil on material liability prior to loading demand in MPS.
\xc2\xb7 Validate the legitimacy of customer demand through analysis of historical shipments, upcoming extraordinary events, production plans in other regional sites, and frequent, detailed discussions with the customer\xe2\x80\x99s site master planners.
\xc2\xb7 Ensure an aggressive, yet achievable build plan is loaded into master production schedule (MPS) by evaluating material and capacity sizing activities for thoroughness and accuracy.
\xc2\xb7 Prepare analysis and documentation to support the Global Planning Manager as part of the collaborative S&OP meeting with the customer.
\xc2\xb7 Finalize the collaborative forecast with the customer and develop a long-term master schedule for each site workcell.
\xc2\xb7 Communicate the long-term master schedule to each site workcell. Act as a subject matter expert for the site workcells regarding customer demand and long-term Jabil production schedule.
\xc2\xb7 Negotiate reduced impact to Jabil\xe2\x80\x99s liability based on demand changes with the customer.
\xc2\xb7 Balance the need for customer satisfaction as measured by On Time Shipments (OTS) versus the carrying cost and cash flow impact of excess inventory. Own this activity and escalate issues quickly to resolve conflicts.
\xc2\xb7 Develop strategic safety stock proposals to meet customer service expectations, protect against poor supplier delivery or quality.
\xc2\xb7 Communicate with the customer on the overall ability of the Jabil site workcells to meet demand based on material and capacity constraints reported by the global workcells.
\xc2\xb7 Maintain critical planning data elements in DMT and other systems such as product to family mapping, identification of NPI/ EOL assemblies, etc.
\xc2\xb7 Support and actively participate in monthly revenue forecast cycle.
\xc2\xb7 Support the development of quarterly demand and inventory forecasts for the Global BU quarterly forecast bid and lock.
\xc2\xb7 Maintain tool to understand financial impact of MPS to forecast revenue variance at the business unit plant and global level.
\xc2\xb7 Periodically report revenue trend and risks to operations based on data received from global workcells.
\xc2\xb7 Report trend data for on-time delivery, MPS alignment to financial forecast, and inventory on the business unit level based on data received from the factories.
\xc2\xb7 Assist in the deployment of business unit level metrics to specific site-level targets for inventory and revenue.
\xc2\xb7 Analyze internal lead-time metrics and make corrective actions based on the root causes.
\xc2\xb7 Maintain Reorder Point (ROP) sizing, Hub sizing, and other finished goods inventory requirements.
\xc2\xb7 Allocate materials to the correct sites globally.
\xc2\xb7 Balance demand globally to support regionalization and sales patterns.
\xc2\xb7 Recognize critical components, pricing, lead-time, and high stocks and develop process changes and proposals to address these.
\xc2\xb7 Provide direction and leadership in WIP tracking capabilities, BOM structuring, and process routings.
\xc2\xb7 Act as a conduit between the business unit and the customer on issues related to forecast/MPS, inventory, ECN\xe2\x80\x99s, shipments, inventories, etc.
\xc2\xb7 Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.
\xc2\xb7 Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.
\xc2\xb7 May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Individual Performance Management:
\xc2\xb7 Align site planning performance metrics versus service level and process expectations.
\xc2\xb7 Review performance metrics and progress continuously.
\xc2\xb7 Identify training / development needs on an ongoing basis.
Team Performance Management:
\xc2\xb7 Drive a mindset of innovation and continuous improvement throughout the planning function.
\xc2\xb7 Drive motivation levels within the planning organization supporting the customer.
\xc2\xb7 Drive consistency of approach and performance in executing the Advanced Planning process between sites and in compliance with the Service Levels agreed by the customer.
\xc2\xb7 Ensure that an effective forum for the exchange of ideas and information exists within the Manufacturing Engineering function.
\xc2\xb7 Facilitate/ Coach the Master Planners, Production Planners, and others within the planning function with regards to their roles & responsibilities within the team.
\xc2\xb7 Build and Maintains effective Customer Relationships.
JOB QUALIFICATIONSDegree in Business/ Logistics /Transportation & Supply ChainMinimum at least 3 years of work experience in planning/ supply chain and customer service experienceAdvanced knowledge in MS Excel proficiencyGood customer negotiation, interpersonal collaboration skills and Sales & Operations drivenKNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS\xc2\xb7 Advanced PC skills, including training and knowledge of Jabil\xe2\x80\x99s software packages.
\xc2\xb7 Ability to understand, calculate, interpret, and communicate basic statistics.
\xc2\xb7 Ability to apply critical thinking to large sets of data and information.
\xc2\xb7 Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
\xc2\xb7 Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
\xc2\xb7 Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
\xc2\xb7 Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
\xc2\xb7 Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
\xc2\xb7 Ability to operate a personal computer including using a Windows based operating system and related software.
\xc2\xb7 Advanced PC skills, including training and knowledge of Jabil\xe2\x80\x99s software packages.
\xc2\xb7 Ability to write simple correspondence. Read and understand visual aid.
\xc2\xb7 Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.
\xc2\xb7 Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
\xc2\xb7 Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
\xc2\xb7 Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
\xc2\xb7 Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.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\xe2\x80\x99s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact 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 AccommodationIf 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 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

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