Associate Operations Manager

Job description

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 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 SUMMARYThe Associate Operations Manager is responsible for supporting and managing procurement operations and procure-to-pay (P2P) programs while leading small teams and driving operational excellence. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, process management expertise, stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to manage operational activities across supply chain and procurement functions. Essential Functions and ResponsibilitiesTake ownership of procurement operations programs under the guidance of leadership. Demonstrate expert-level understanding of procure-to-pay and supply chain operations processes. Manage catalog management, PO management, MDM, Spot Buy, Helpdesk, and related operational activities. Leverage expertise across P2P and supply chain technologies. Create SOPs, desktop procedures, and process maps. Develop daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports. Drive QA programs and corrective actions. Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve supplier and stakeholder issues. Prepare reports and dashboards showcasing operational metrics. Support corrective and preventive action initiatives. Manage junior- to mid-level client stakeholders. Lead 1–2 processes comprising teams of 5–10 members. Job Qualifications and Knowledge RequirementsBachelor’s Degree (Required). Master’s Degree (Preferred). Specialization in Supply Chain (Preferred). 6–8 years of experience in Procurement Operations or equivalent combination of education and experience. MS Office proficiency required. Experience with P2P tools required. MS Projects and Power BI exposure preferred. Core Competencies and SkillsWork effectively in a cross-cultural team environment. Mentor and coach team members. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Logical problem solving and decision making. Attention to detail and business acumen. Customer-focused mindset. Ability to learn, grow, and adapt to change. Strong ethics and professional integrity. Work from Mumbai office required 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 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 Accommodation If 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. #whereyoubelong