Business Unit Manager

Sanmina; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation, a global EMS leader, is seeking a Business Unit Manager to lead all business support operations for a strategic customer account in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role connects customers, channel partners, manufacturing operations, supply chain, and other functions to ensure flawless execution from forecast to shipment. Strong program management, customer engagement, and cross-functional leadership are key.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 10+ years in business operations, program management, or manufacturing.
• 5+ years leading customer-facing operational teams.
• Experience with global OEM, hyperscale, enterprise storage, server, or electronics manufacturing customers.
• Strong knowledge of Order Management, Demand Planning, Supply Chain Management, and Manufacturing Operations

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end business support operations from customer demand through shipment.
• Manage order management, forecasting, scheduling, backlog management, and fulfillment.
• Lead weekly and monthly demand reviews with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement across operational processes and cross-functional coordination

Skills

Order Management

Demand Planning

Supply Chain Management

Manufacturing Operations

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related discipline

Job description

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. Business Unit Manager is responsible for leading all business support operations for assigned strategic customer account. This individual serves as the primary operational leader connecting customers, channel partners, manufacturing operations, supply chain and other functions to ensure flawless execution from customer forecast through product shipment. The ideal candidate is an experienced business leader with exceptional program management, customer engagement, and operational execution skills who thrives in a fast-paced, high-technology manufacturing environment. Success in this role requires strong commercial acumen, operational discipline, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams across multiple global regions.

Key Responsibilities for Oversight (cross functional)

Customer Business Leadership Serve as the primary operational owner for assigned customer relationship. Build trusted relationships with customer operations, procurement, planning, and executive leadership. Lead regular business reviews, operational meetings, and executive updates. Drive customer satisfaction through proactive communication and issue resolution. Act as the voice of the customer within the organization while balancing company objectives. Business Operations Management Own the end-to-end business support operation from customer demand through shipment. Ensure flawless execution of order management, forecasting, scheduling, backlog management, and fulfillment activities. Lead weekly and monthly demand reviews with customers and internal stakeholders. Articulate any areas that prevent us from meeting customer demand and expectations Monitor business performance using key operational metrics and implement corrective actions where needed. Drive continuous improvement across operational processes. Channel Partner Management Serve as the operational interface with global sales channel partners. Coordinate customer demand, pricing execution, order flow, inventory management, and shipment priorities. Ensure channel partners execute in alignment with customer expectations and contractual commitments. Resolve operational challenges impacting order fulfillment. Manufacturing Coordination Act as the conduit between customers, sales organizations, and our manufacturing facility. Partner closely with factory operations, production planning, procurement, logistics, and quality teams. Balance customer priorities with manufacturing capacity and material availability. Lead cross-functional efforts to improve on-time delivery, inventory turns, and operational efficiency. Order Management Excellence Ensure accurate and timely order entry, order validation, scheduling, backlog management, and shipment execution. Monitor order status throughout the product lifecycle. Identify supply constraints and lead recovery plans. Drive timely communication of delivery commitments and schedule changes. Financial & Business Performance Manage customer backlog, inventory exposure, and operational KPIs. Support forecasting and financial planning activities. Manage customer commitments. Identify operational risks impacting revenue recognition or customer commitments.

Qualifications

Required Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related discipline. 10+ years of experience in business operations, program management, customer operations, supply chain, or manufacturing. 5+ years leading customer-facing operational teams. Experience supporting global OEM, hyperscale, enterprise storage, server, or electronics manufacturing customers. Strong knowledge of: Order Management, Demand Planning, Supply Chain Management, and Manufacturing Operations Excellent executive communication and presentation skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Proven ability to influence across global, matrixed organizations.

Preferred Experience in EMS/ODM manufacturing environments. Knowledge of data center, AI infrastructure, server, storage, or networking products.

Salary Range (annual)

$140,000.00 - $160,000.00

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 $xx and $xx, 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

• 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.