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 an Associate Program Manager position 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.

What You'll Do

● Serve as the primary site liaison between the company and the customer to ensure customer needs, expectations, and satisfaction are consistently met.

● Manage all site-level aspects of assigned programs, ensuring decisions align strictly with customer contract terms and conditions.

● Understand and execute all necessary operational and administrative requirements to launch new programs or orders smoothly.

● Oversee order management, delivery execution, and revenue achievement across assigned customer accounts.

● Resolve complex business issues, including Accounts Receivable (A/R), Excess and Obsolete (E&O) material concerns, Purchase Price Variance (PPV), credit, and Return Material Authorizations (RMAs).

● Drive business development by leveraging deep understanding of Sanmina-SCI vertical integration offerings to direct customers toward additional or alternative products/services.

What You'll Bring

● Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent directly related work experience required.

● Minimum 0–2 years of related experience.

● Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, MS Project, Excel, and Outlook.

● Solid written and verbal business communication skills with strong presentation abilities.

● Ability to effectively translate and communicate both technical and non-technical concepts to diverse audiences.

● Proven ability and willingness to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment with frequently changing priorities.

How to Stand Out

● Prior experience or familiarity within the Defense and Aerospace industry.

● 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.