Purchasing Manager

Description

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.

What You’ll Do

We are seeking an ambitious, high-energy Purchasing Manager to lead supply chain operations for our new manufacturing facility in Houston. This greenfield project focuses on high-complexity industrial power products, including transformers and switchgear. You will design supply chain workflows from the ground up, partner with global teams to manage international suppliers, navigate trade costs, and lead a growing procurement team.

• Supply Chain Setup: Build procurement workflows, vendor onboarding processes, and purchasing protocols for a new facility setup.
• Team Leadership: Direct and mentor a core team of Buyers, establishing performance metrics and operational goals.
• Global Sourcing & Material Qualification: Partner with global supply chain teams to identify, evaluate, and qualify alternative global suppliers and materials to ensure supply resilience and cost optimization.
• International Supplier Management: Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery schedules directly with international vendors to secure competitive terms.
• Logistics & Trade Cost Management: Manage overall landed costs by actively tracking freight/shipping expenses, international logistics, and tariff/duty impacts.
• Commodity & Material Sourcing: Oversee the purchasing of core raw materials (copper, aluminum, electrical steel, and specialty fluids) while tracking global market trends.
• Electrical & Custom Parts Procurement: Coordinate purchasing for specialized equipment, custom-fabricated parts, and core components like bushings, relays, and circuit breakers.
• Lead Time & Inventory Planning: Track long-lead items to prevent production delays and align stock levels with operational targets.
• Cost & Performance Tracking: Manage Purchase Price Variance (PPV), apply Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models, and protect plant margins.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field required.
• 5+ years of progressive procurement experience in heavy manufacturing, power distribution, or electrical equipment.
• Proven track record negotiating with international vendors, managing global freight/shipping logistics, and navigating tariffs and import dynamics.
• Background with transformers, switchgear, or medium/high-voltage industrial equipment is strongly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Tier-1 ERP systems (such as Oracle or SAP) to manage complex procurement data.
• Ability to read technical drawings, understand Bills of Materials (BOMs), and communicate effectively with custom fabrication vendors.

Why Join Us?

Sanmina employees also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Sanmina, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.