Director, Supply Chain - Planning

Sanmina; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation, based in Huntsville, AL, seeks a Director of Supply Chain - Planning to design and optimize S&OP and planning frameworks across manufacturing and service sites. You will own S&OP, MPS, and capacity models, bridge forecasts with operations, and lead a team of planners across multiple sites.

Deep ERP/MRP expertise (SAP, Oracle) and Kinaxis or similar tools are essential; MBA/CPIM are plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, or Business Administration.
• 8+ years of EMS/high-tech contract manufacturing planning experience.
• 3+ years leading planning teams across a multi-site network.

Responsibilities

• Establish, mature, and govern the divisional S&OP process; oversee MPS and capacity models.
• Leverage Kinaxis, SAP IBP, Oracle ASCP for real-time scenario modeling and KPI management.
• Collaborate with Business Development, Program Management, and Procurement to mitigate BOM risks and ensure supply.
• Direct, mentor, and scale planning playbooks across multi-site operations.

Skills

S&OP ownership

Master scheduling

ERP/MRP systems

Lean & Six Sigma

KPI management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management

MBA in Supply Chain Management

CPIM Certification

Tools

Kinaxis

SAP IBP

Oracle ASCP

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.

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. Its SCI summed up - ALL WE DO to serve those who serve. At this time, SCI is recruiting highly qualified candidates whose background and career goals meet our needs for a Director of Supply Chain - Planning in Huntsville, AL. In this role, you will lead, design, and optimize tactical and strategic planning frameworks across manufacturing and service sites, owning the S&OP/S&OE processes to synchronize demand, production capacity, and component availability while bridging business development forecasts and site operations.

What You’ll Do

• Strategic Planning & S&OP Ownership: Establish, mature, and govern the divisional Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process; oversee Master Production Schedule (MPS) and capacity models; define inventory strategies to maximize turns and manage Excess & Obsolete (E&O) materials.
• Systems, Data & Analytics: Serve as divisional architect for Material Requirements Planning (MRP) parameters; leverage advanced planning systems (e.g., Kinaxis, SAP IBP, Oracle ASCP) for real-time scenario modeling; manage KPIs including Forecast Accuracy, Schedule Attainment, OTTC, and DOS.
• Customer & Supplier Collaboration: Partner with Business Development and Program Management to analyze demand forecasts and mitigate BOM risks; collaborate with Procurement on pipeline commits, VMI, and consignment; lead responsive change management processes (ECOs, shortages, demand shocks).
• Team Leadership: Direct, mentor, and elevate a team of Supply Chain Planners, Master Schedulers, and Demand Analysts while scaling standardized planning playbooks across multi-site operations.

What You’ll Bring

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, or Business Administration.
• Experience: 8+ years of progressive supply chain planning experience within Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) or high-tech contract manufacturing.
• Leadership Track Record: 3+ years in a dedicated managerial or director-level role leading planning teams across a multi-site network.
• Technical & Operational Mastery: Expert knowledge of advanced ERP/MRP architecture (SAP, Oracle) and specialized planning software, along with deep understanding of Lean, Kanban, Pull systems, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Competencies: Proven experience managing complex operating models (BTO, CTO, reverse logistics) with strong financial/statistical analysis and executive presentation skills.

How To Stand Out

• MBA or Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management.
• ASCM/APICS certification (specifically CPIM - Certified in Planning and Inventory Management).
• Hands-on implementation experience with advanced planning systems such as Kinaxis, SAP IBP, or Oracle Advanced Supply Chain Planning in high-mix/low-volume or high-volume environments.

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.

• 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.