Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Job Purpose

Manage product movement and delivery follow-up for part/commodity flows into US and Canada plants, to maximum use of inventory through initiation and management of supplier agility programs ensuring supply continuity and mitigating revenue risks. Use skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with full understanding of industry practices, company policies, procedures, tools, and business disciplines within the firm. Drive optimal balance of service to cost and profitability. Analyze performance, systemic solutions, special requests, and projects in support of business strategies and network optimization. Establish reporting and analytics that provide assurance that the system is delivering as it intends. Create solutions to repetitive exceptions that drive cost and hinder service. Continuously drive for best practice, assessing competitive intelligence, market dynamics, and cross-functional and regional expertise. Develop and maintain professional and working relationships within Supply Chain teams, plants, and suppliers. Use strong negotiation skills to enhance and grow agility programs with suppliers and plants.

Nature of Duties/ Responsibilities

Accountabilities and Decision Making Authority:

Responsibilities include supervision of teams built to strengthen supply chain operations, with emphasis on results, automation, and as-needed flow of material into the US and Canadian plant system. Improve and simplify processes, provide solutions and break down barriers to enhance the agility programs, program compliance, use of automation, and consistent, reliable service and supply. Use supply chain solutions to support lean, bullet-proof operational execution through the RSM and Global agility team management. Monitor and report results. Provide leadership support for plants and suppliers and with training as required.

Representative Activities:

• Champion solutions and impact revenue through negotiation and implementation of SMI, RTF, and VCI programs for all North American IMS plants
• Support or develop sustainable processes which minimize cost and escalations, providing for effective/efficient flow of materials into US/Canadian plants
• Implement tactics and strategies that support materials management, purchasing, supplier and customer relationships
• Influence and make decisions which improve business results
• Negotiate and sell plants and suppliers on the use of agility process and the automation and continuity of material supply that it delivers
• Lead best-practice comparisons to continuously improve upon business results, speed of execution, and contribution levels to the company

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree required
• 10 years professional experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Agility programs
• Fully qualified, career-oriented, journey-level position
• Adept with leading fast paced, multi-faceted teams
• Strong verbal and written communications skills, interpersonal and critical thinking capabilities
• Self-starter, demonstrates initiative and commitment, able to influence all levels of leadership
• Excellent organizational and negotiation skills, strong analytical capabilities
• Above average MS Excel skills, Oracle experience a plus
• Required travel (as necessary)

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity