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.

Summary

Viking Enterprise Solutions (VES) has a rich history of leadership in providing storage and storage server platforms to hyperscale and enterprise data centers worldwide. The division leads the market with ultra-high capacity and high-performance systems. Now VES provides advanced software solutions supporting ML/AI applications for generative and inferential AI in the data center and at the Edge. Software is at the heart of what makes VES a solutions provider.

Cloud native systems are designed and built to simplify the use of tools and hardware so users get the job done quickly and efficiently. VES also designs and builds NVMe flash based server appliances, JBOD storage systems and related products for a variety of data center and storage applications. Viking Enterprise Solutions products are tailored for integration into OEM, System Integrator and data center products.

Viking Enterprise Solutions is proud to be part of the Sanmina family. Sanmina is recognized as a technology leader, providing end-to-end design, manufacturing and logistics solutions, maintaining a global footprint of design and manufacturing operations in 23 countries on six continents.

What You’ll Do

The Program Manager will be a dedicated position that combines all aspects of program management from customer interface to operational management at a detail level. This person will play a crucial role in managing and optimizing Viking Enterprise Solutions distribution channels for our enterprise class products and ensuring its overall success.

The program manager will track dependencies, identify and mitigate risks and issues, and communicate progress to stakeholders and executives. Will have direct communication with customers, manufacturing facilities and development organizations.

Be willing to work on-site at a customer location to be a primary resource for business development.

Be responsible for continuous improvement of all operations and processes within the order execution process. Ensuring that the varying customer requirements are met.

Be part of the team that develops the process and documentation for efficiently qualifying business/channel partner opportunities.

Analyze and report actual performance vs forecasted performance such as OTD, Inventory turns, PPV and profitability.

Program manage order from receipt through fulfillment coordinating the cross functional team activities

Block and tackle obstacle any issues impacting meeting customer commitment in a timely manner

Be a customer advocate inside the organization to maximize customer satisfaction

Monitor and report progress on various projects while providing updates to stakeholders

Document and improve processes using Six Sigma or similar processes.

What You’ll Bring

Qualifications may include relevant education (such as a Bachelor’s or University Degree in Business, MBA, Marketing, Engineering, or Computer Science).

5 plus years of experience managing advanced enterprise data center products and solutions.

Proven track record in working with customers and internal cross functional teams.

Able to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.

Strong negotiation and organizing skills.

Working knowledge of oracle or equivalent ERP system.

Intermediate level skills with MS Office products

Excellent verbal and written communications skills 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. The base pay range for this role is between $87,000 - $115,000 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.