Expediter-Purchasing

Sanmina; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in Huntsville, AL is seeking a dedicated Purchasing Support specialist to coordinate supplier activity, manage POs, and ensure timely material flow to support production schedules.

The role requires 1–2 years in a purchasing or materials environment, strong Excel/Word skills, and excellent organizational and communication abilities for cross‑functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a related purchasing support or materials management role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (intermediate Excel and Word).
• Excellent organizational abilities to multitask, keep precise records of orders, and deliver concise status reports.
• Strong communication and people skills for collaboration with suppliers, distributors, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with suppliers, enter data, and schedule purchase orders to support production schedules.
• Address parts issues with internal teams and suppliers to remedy shortages.
• Pick up and deliver materials within the company while maintaining records of material movement.
• Expedite incoming materials to align with MRP schedules and monitor flow of parts between departments.
• Review customer BOMs and AVLs to verify PO alignment with requirements.
• Track PO placements, material receipts, and defects that could affect schedules.
• Collaborate with receiving to resolve paperwork issues hindering processing.
• Produce clear daily or weekly status reports reflecting all open assignments.

Skills

Excel

Word

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate with suppliers, enter data, and schedule purchase orders to support and meet production schedules.
• Address parts issues internally and with suppliers to remedy shortage problems.
• Pick up and deliver materials within the company while maintaining accurate records of material movement.
• Expedite incoming materials to ensure they align with MRP schedules and monitor the flow of parts between departments.
• Review customer BOMs and Approved Vendor Lists (AVLs) to verify purchase orders meet approved customer component requirements.
• Track purchase order placements, material receipts, and incoming parts for defects that could impact schedules.
• Collaborate with the receiving department to resolve paperwork issues that hinder material processing and receipt.
• Produce clear, concise, and accurate daily or weekly status reports reflecting all open assignments.

What You'll Bring

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 1–2 years of experience in a related purchasing support or materials management role.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (minimally intermediate Excel and Word) and related software tools.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational abilities to multitask efficiently, keep precise records of open part/purchase orders, and deliver concise status reports.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and people skills allowing seamless collaboration with parts manufacturers, distributors, and internal teams.

How To Stand Out

• Ability to quickly master internal procedures for placing parts orders and expediting parts movement through shipping and receiving.
• Direct experience working with Customer BOMs, AVLs, and MRP schedules within an electronics, defense, or aerospace manufacturing setting.

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.