Associate Program Manager

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.

At SCI Technology, a Sanmina Company, we serve those who serve by delivering innovative, trusted and comprehensive products and services that meet and exceed the unique needs of the Defense and Aerospace sector. From avionics to tactical and airborne communications, counter-UAS, integrated manufacturing and cradle-to-grave product life cycle support, we deliver high-reliability solutions that keep service members connected and protected in the field.

Our heritage dates to 1961, as an early supplier to the space program in Huntsville, Alabama. Today, SCI offers a complete range of Defense & Aerospace solutions through our three business segments – Products, Systems Build, and Life Cycle Services. It’s SCI summed up - ALL WE DO to serve those who serve.

Summary

At this time, SCI is recruiting highly qualified candidates whose background and career goals meet our needs for the position of Associate Program Manager in Huntsville, AL. Responsible for all aspects of a program at the site, serving as the site liaison between the company and the customer to ensure customer needs are met. Ensures all program-related decisions are guided by the terms and conditions of the customer’s contract.

Understands all aspects required to launch a new program or order. Responsible for customer management and satisfaction, order management and delivery, revenue achievement, business issue resolution (A/R, E&O material issues, PPV, credit, RMAs), and business development. Understands Sanmina-SCI offerings for vertical integration and directs customers appropriately towards additional or alternative Sanmina-SCI products or services.

Please note that due to Department of Defense contract requirements, U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED.

What You'll Do

• ●Serve as the site liaison between the company and the customer to ensure customer needs and satisfaction are fully met.
• ●Manage all aspects of site-level programs, ensuring decisions align with customer contract terms and conditions.
• ●Oversee customer management, order management, delivery execution, and revenue achievement.
• ●Resolve business issues, including Accounts Receivable (A/R), Excess and Obsolete (E&O) material issues, Purchase Price Variance (PPV), credit, and Return Material Authorizations (RMAs).
• ●Understand and execute all necessary steps required to launch new programs or orders.
• ●Drive business development by understanding Sanmina-SCI vertical integration offerings and directing customers toward additional or alternative products and services.

What You'll Bring

• ●Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent directly related work experience.
• ●0–2 years of related experience.
• ●Strong computer skills, including MS Word, MS Project, Excel, and Outlook.
• ●Solid written and verbal business communication skills.
• ●Ability to effectively communicate both technical and non-technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• ●Strong presentation skills.
• ●Ability and willingness to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment with frequently changing priorities.
• ●U.S. Citizenship (required due to Department of Defense contract requirements).

How to Stand Out

●Prior experience in the Defense and Aerospace sector.

●Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

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 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.