Buyer

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.

Job Purpose

Working independently, coordinates purchasing activities and processes purchase requisitions in a timely manner. Using MRP and/or manual requisitions, analyzes demand to determine need, sends out RFQ's for price and availability. The Buyer monitors supplier delivery. Negotiates price/volume/delivery dates and processes RMA's. Expedites and reschedules as necessary to meet production requirements. Responsible for resolving AP/AR issues through analysis and investigation.

Buyer will research alternative suppliers for obsolete or long lead time parts. Senior Buyers may manage implementation of engineering changes, interpretation of procurement policies, process improvement projects, contract negotiation and approval of PPV's.

What You'll Do

Examine purchase requirements and shortages, obtained quotations, and examined bids to negotiate best prices.

Work with engineers and suppliers for alternative manufacturing sources and cost reductions.

Research products, source vendors, and negotiate price, terms, and delivery of a wide variety of technical products including capacitors, resistors, inductors, transformers, relays, fuses, diodes, IC’s, cables, connectors, etc to effectively ensure maximum quality and profit.

Expedited and updated open-order status reports for on time delivery.

Serves as a liaison between manufacturing specialists and suppliers regarding late, damaged, and/or short orders.

Provide purchasing/quoting support to CM for critical component shortages.

Reconcile discrepancies between PO receipts and Accounts Payable.

Maintain data integrity of PO and parts databases: management of MRP planning data, reviewing MRP Action messages, and placing/rescheduling/cancelling orders with suppliers as required.

Manage discrepant material disposition and recovery plans.

Coordinate purchasing details with suppliers regarding pricing revisions, order cancellation, discontinued items, acceptable substitutes, delivery date revisions, invoice reconciliation.

Expedite shortages to meet manufacturing need dates and update commit dates on weekly shortage reports. Review requisitions for accuracy, completeness and prepare and process assigned purchase orders.

Ensure materials are pipelined and in stock to meet company requirements.

What You'll Bring

Bachelor degree and/or APIC certification.

Minimum 5 years purchasing procuring electronic and electro-mechanical components, raw materials, and other production supplies including demonstrating strong negotiation skills with all levels of suppliers and internal customers.

MRP knowledge is a must.

CM background with direct customer interface.

Excellent analytical, organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Skilled in coordinating and prioritizing multiple projects simultaneously.

Advanced proficiency in Excel, including V-lookup’s and Pivot Tables, Oracle 11i desirable.

Salary Range(annual): $75,000 - $85,000

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. The base pay range for this role is between $xx and $xx, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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.