Senior Program Manager

Category (For Job Seekers)Program Mgmt/Customer ServiceLocation13571 - EMS Newark CA USA - Newark, CA 94560 US (Primary)Job DescriptionAt Sanmina Newark, we don’t just build—we power the global chip race. Our Newark facility is a powerhouse of large-format machining and complex electro-mechanical integration. We partner with the world’s leading semiconductor capital equipment OEMs to build the physical tools that make AI, EV, and 5G technology possible.The OpportunityWe are seeking a high-octane Senior Program Manager to own the primary executive relationship and operational execution for our highest-profile semiconductor accounts. In this role, you aren’t just "checking boxes"—you are the strategic bridge between multi-million dollar engineering designs and physical manufacturing execution.Key ResponsibilitiesCustomer & Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary site interface and executive liaison with semiconductor OEM customers, driving client satisfaction and account growth.Program Compliance & Agreements: Manage customer agreements and contract terms, ensuring all operational decisions protect Sanmina’s business interests while delivering client success.Financial & Business Resolution: Drive site revenue growth, improve margin performance, and resolve business issues including A/R management, uPPV, Credit, and E&O mitigation.Performance Monitoring & KPIs: Track and optimize internal metrics (inventory turns, PPV, revenue, delivery) and customer satisfaction metrics (Quality, OTD, Price Performance).Demand & Order Planning: Analyze forecast trends, manage backlog, and align customer priorities with factory capacity to eliminate operational bottlenecks.Lifecycle Management: Oversee programs from NPI through volume production and EOL, coordinating closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations.Process Improvement: Develop best-in-class program management practices, proactively managing timelines, risks, and resource allocation.Mentorship & Leadership: Provide guidance and career development support for junior Program Managers and Program Administrators.What You BringIndustry Experience: 8+ years of Program Management experience, ideally within Contract Manufacturing (Machining/Integration) or the Semiconductor capital equipment industry.Technical & Academic Foundation: Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline. PMP certification or Lean Six Sigma belt is a strong plus.Matrix Leadership: Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams, pivot priorities quickly, and drive alignment across multi-tiered organizations.Data Fluency: Exceptional analytical capability with advanced MS Excel skills to monitor KPIs, financial margins, and delivery metrics effectively.Why Sanmina?You’ll be at the heart of a global expansion, managing the tools that create the world’s most critical industrial infrastructure. If you thrive where precision machining meets high-level business strategy, let’s talk.This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent residentSanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentitySalary Range (annual): $125,000 - $175,000. 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 just one element of our total rewards package. The total rewards package also includes a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business and, depending on the role, may include eligibility for restricted stock unit awards and participation in a discretionary bonus program.