Materials Planner

Material Planner



Job Description


Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated m anufacturing so l utions provider serving the fastest growing seg m ents of th e g l oba l Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) m arket. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides en d -to-end m anufacturing solutions , delivering superior quality and support to Orig i na l Equip m ent Manufacturers (OEMs) pri m arily in the com m unications networks, defense and aerospace, industr i al and se m iconductor syste m s, medical, m ulti m edia, co m puting and storage, auto m otive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strateg i cally located in key regions throughout the world.



Job Purpose : Performs manual supply/demand analysis to arrive at optimal factory loading schedule



Nature of Duties/Responsib i lities :

• Responsible for developing and managing demand intake for product and contributing to the creation of the END item supply plan in the MRP.
• Works on issues of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors.
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Normally receives general instructions on routine work, and detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.
• Has the authority to make responsible decisions comparable to scope of position.
• Analyzes the demand requirements vs. the supply commitments and possibilities.
• Performs due diligence by conducting what-if analyses for all demand changes, prior to agreements being made with customers.
• Executes MRP run for changed demand and end item supply requirements.
• Works with Master Production Scheduling to ensure closed loop feedback process is in place for all potential risks to meeting supply.
• Works with Purchasing to confirm materials availability for all demand requests that require orders to be expedited or placed within lead-time.
• Works with Account Management and Supply Chain Management for agreement of order quantities and rules, buffer inventories, etc.
• Reviews the plan with Master Production Scheduling weekly to understand changes, review capacity loads, and materials plans/risks.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 3years Production Planning Experience
• Experience working in Contract Manufacturing
• Ability to effectively communicate with Program Managers, Sales, and Customers
• Strong planning, scheduling, and what-if analysis skills
• Detail oriented
• Command of Microsoft Excel at advanced level required.
• Working knowledge of Oracle ERP systems and APS analysis tools preferred

Sanm i na is an Equal Opportunity Employer