Costa Mesa, CA, US Purchasing Manager

Requisition ID: 113326-0

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.

Purchasing Manager

Job Purpose:

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for the plant's Purchasing department. This role requires the ability to supervise others and be a hands-on contributor tackling tactical and more complex issues where analysis of situations and data are required. The individual will participate in development of processes, procedures, evaluation of projects, cost savings initiatives and supplier management with a keen focus on developing service models that are highly effective in supporting the factory.  

Nature of Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all Purchasing functions for raw materials, production supplies and services.  Coordinates with Sanmina's corporate procurement team to ensure alignment of strategy. 
• Plans and implements activities related to the procurement of materials, parts, components, and equipment
• Works with employees to plan, assign, and monitor individual objectives and activities based on group priorities and company strategy. Provides useful and timely feedback to staff members on their performance and development plan.
• Responsible for defining and establishing supplier service models that support factory performance.   This includes reducing supplier lead times, maintaining stocking levels, defining on-site support requirements and serves as primary liaison.
• Oversees management of supply chain costs, drives cost savings initiatives,  supports and may lead requests for proposals and negotiations.  
• Ensures supplier corrective action plans are documented and timely for all performance levels under standard
• Provides various supplier and cost reports, analyses, and recommendations to assist in making decisions both within the Purchasing group and with the factory management team. 
• Has knowledge of programs such as VMI, VCI and EDI. Works with supplier teams and internal stakeholders to ensure that manufacturing plans and supply are synchronized.
• The role is interdisciplinary (purchasing, inventory management, logistics) with a focus on supporting factory operations and driving costs out of the business.
• Works closely with production control and customer-focused teams to fully understand planned manufacturing volumes and prepare supply models to support. 
• Directs the activities of buyers and expeditors to accomplish company objectives

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive and diversified Procurement and Supply Chain experience in manufacturing environments, including 5 years in a management position
• Strong knowledge of procurement fundamentals, supplier management, negotiations, MRP, inventory management and logistics
• Strong tactical decision-maker and handles unforeseen issues
• Ability to perform at a high level in a dynamic fast paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Strong enterprise system skills including purchasing systems, Excel, etc. 
• Bachelors Degree required
• APICS or ISM certification preferred

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Salary Range (annual) : $95,000.00 - $130,000.00

Actual base pay within this range (determined at the offer stage) will be based on a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, and skills, and is just one element of our total rewards package. The total rewards package also includes a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business and, depending on the role, may include eligibility for restricted stock unit awards and participation in a discretionary bonus program.

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.