Sr. Program Administrator

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastestgrowing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. The Sanmina facility in Austin, Texas provides precision machining and mechanical assembly services to customers. Precision machining capabilities include vertical milling, horizontal milling, and turning on a wide range of materials including aluminum, copper, composites, stainless titanium, and high alloy steel with a milling envelope of up to 60" x 50" x 40". The facility specializes in high-mix, low volume production and also offers subassembly, integration, New Product Introduction services, and clean room assembly.Job Purpose:Sanmina is seeking a highly motivated Program Administrator to join our Program Management team and serve as the operational backbone for our precision machining and complex mechanical assembly programs. In this role, you will help assist in managing the business relationship between assigned customer and our manufacturing facility to ensure customer expectations are consistently met or exceeded. You will be responsible for tracking project milestones, managing documentation, coordinating between cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production), and ensuring that high-tolerance, highly regulated manufacturing programs run smoothly from kickoff to final shipment. Operating in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, you will balance compliance gatekeeping, operational support, and data management. Take the next step in your career and grow with us at Sanmina. Nature of Duties/ Responsibilities:Interacts with customers, company sales and/or service representatives and handles a variety of pre-sales or post-sales service functions.Updates databases with status of returned materials issues and accounts for returned inventory.Records and reports the status of equipment returns, repairs, replacements, sales orders and delivery schedules. (RMA)The Program Administrator will be processing customer RMA(s) Order Entry and change notices. Ensure service information accessible by sorting and filing documents/forms.Maintains records of returns, schedule changes, product enhancements or changes and product pricing, and resolves return credit problems.Support the business relationship between assigned customer(s) and the manufacturing facility ensuring that Customer Expectations are met and/or exceeded.Support the Program Manager in commercial management of customer(s) including product margin, product pricing (Price effectively, Inventory Re-valuation), Excess & Obsolete Material issues, Accounts Receivable Issues, with the customer.Understand the customer(s) contract terms and its implications on the order process.Manage the customer(s) backlog/demand and work with planning to ensure proper MRP/DRP runs.Education Qualifications:We value expertise, whether it was gained in a classroom or on the production floor. You are a great fit if you meet one of the following criteria:The Academic Path: A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field. The Technical Path: 5+ years of project administration or coordination experience specifically within a manufacturing environment (Precision machining, CNC, aerospace, automotive, or medical device assembly preferred).Experience Qualifications:Demonstrated excellent communication skills to develop and maintain proactive customer interaction. Comfortable interfacing with CNC machinists on the floor, quality inspectors and corporate leadership. Must be able to work independently, multitask & quickly while under pressure in a fast-paced environmentProficiency with basic data tools (Excel/Google Sheets) and a willingness to learn Oracle. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills are required.Why Join Us? At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity EmployerSanmina 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.