Director, Strategic Sourcing - Metals

Overview

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq : SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the global Electronics Manufacturing Services market. The Fremont facility is a full-service enclosure systems solution manufacturing plant located in California’s Silicon Valley, producing low-to-mid volume NPI runs to full-scale volume, with in-house painting capabilities and flexible logistics solutions, distribution, inventory management and hubbing, as well as repair services.

Business Unit Description : The Metal Fabrication, Backplanes, Machining & Energy business operates from facilities in the US (Fremont, Newark, Austin & Houston) and Mexico (Guadalajara & Monterey) with potential expansion in the EU, providing a wide range of complex assemblies & enclosures for leading manufacturers across Aerospace & Defense, AI & Data Centers, Automotive, Industrial and related sectors.

The opportunity is for a seasoned Commodity Manager with a track record of success and a strong techno-commercial foundation to join the team to manage Ferrous & Non-Ferrous Raw Materials & Mechanicals Supply Chain to deliver sustainable financials through a robust sourcing strategy, sound strategic supplier relationships & excellent operational acumen.

Responsibilities

• Starting with the foundations of the company’s existing business relationships with Global Metals SC Ecosystem, work with the SC & Operations leadership team to drive excellent business results through sound, innovative supply chain solutions, strategic supplier relationships, thorough understanding of technology roadmap, excellent commercial acumen and problem solving skills.
• Define & develop Commodity Sourcing Strategy for Ferrous & Non-Ferrous Raw Materials (Steel, Copper, Aluminum, and Special Alloys) & Outsourced Services (OSP) like plating, painting, epoxy coating etc.
• Develop and manage executive level engagement and relationships with existing strategic suppliers as per business needs, technology roadmap and footprint of operations.
• Assess the capability gaps in existing supply chains and identify & develop new suppliers to bridge those.
• Own the supplier selection, commercials including pricing & business award (sourcing) throughout multiple stages of business engagement (RFQ, NPI & Mass Prod) for new & existing customers.
• Remain engaged closely with quote and operations teams to provide them necessary guidance & direction.
• Ensure compliance of contracts & agreements (e.g., NDA, PA, VMI) with the suppliers.
• Conduct periodic business reviews with management of strategic suppliers for strengthening engagement, enhancing cost competitiveness & driving favorable terms.
• Periodically gather, develop and share Procurement Intelligence on Market, Supply, Pricing aspects of Raw Materials with internal stakeholders.
• Support internal stakeholders to resolve escalations with suppliers based on nature & severity.

Professional Experience and Qualities

The successful candidate will possess the following characteristics :

Educational and Industry Background

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

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

Salary Range (annual) : $130,000 - $150,000

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 one element of our total rewards package. The total rewards package also includes health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company paid holidays and PTO, and may include eligibility for restricted stock units and participation in a discretionary bonus program.

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