Materials Planner I - AI-Driven Supply Chain & Analytics

Sanmina Corporation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation is seeking a Senior Planner I (Materials) to manage daily material requirements and ensure production uptime within a global electronics manufacturing context. You will execute purchase orders, monitor part availability, and leverage ERP data to minimize waste and bottlenecks.

The role requires a diploma/degree in related fields and at least five years of experience in electronics manufacturing, with knowledge of MRP, Kinaxis RR, and Oracle.

Qualifications

• Diploma / Degree in Business Studies, Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years experience in Electronics Manufacturing industry or related field.
• Knowledge of MRP and Kinaxis RR and Oracle is preferred.
• Knowledge of Materials Planning and Supply Chain is preferred.
• Strong business acumen and analytical mind with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assured materials are purchased per Sanmina’s end customers requirements.
• Support the account team in meeting corporate targets by managing daily material requirements and ensuring 100% production uptime.
• Monitor part availability and logistics tracking to prevent bottlenecks, ensuring the "right part is at the right place at the right time."
• Managing E&O (Excess & Obsolescence) by identifying surplus early and utilizing data-driven insights to minimize financial waste.
• Execute purchase orders in strict alignment with customer requirements, maintaining high data integrity within the ERP system.
• Utilize AI-tools to automate routine reporting and identify supply risks before they impact production.
• Actively identify manual "paper-trail" tasks that can be streamlined through automation or digital workflows.
• Lead the resolution of critical supply chain issues and serve as a technical advisor to junior planners, empowering them through expert support on escalations and decision-making.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong business acumen

Analytical mind

Verbal and written communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

Diploma / Degree in Business Studies or Supply Chain Management

Tools

Kinaxis RR

Oracle

Job description

Sanmina Corporation is seeking a Senior Planner I (Materials) to manage daily material requirements and ensure production uptime within a global electronics manufacturing context. You will execute purchase orders, monitor part availability, and leverage ERP data to minimize waste and bottlenecks.

The role requires a diploma/degree in related fields and at least five years of experience in electronics manufacturing, with knowledge of MRP, Kinaxis RR, and Oracle.