IT Manager and IPM (Initiative Portfolio Manager)

Sanmina; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Discretionary bonuses/commission

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in Costa Mesa, CA, seeks an Initiative Portfolio Manager to lead the PCB division's IT global services portfolio. The role focuses on multi‑facility technology transformations, ERP integrations, and MES deployments across North America, APAC, and EMEA.

You will direct project teams, coordinate across IT and business units, and report progress to executives, ensuring governance and Stage‑Gate compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of experience in a large international PCB fabrication environment.
• Experience in process improvement and re-engineering.
• PM certification (PMP/ PMI-ACP) is a plus.
• Background in cybersecurity frameworks (NIST 800-171, CMMC) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead PCB technology portfolios and drive value through IT and MES initiatives.
• Own portfolio goals, prioritize projects, and report progress to executives.
• Direct rollouts of shop-floor and enterprise systems (42Q/MES16, Oracle ERP, DNC).
• Coach teams to become subject matter experts and foster IT‑business partnerships.
• Oversee cybersecurity readiness and modern computing platform initiatives.

Skills

Project management

PCB fabrication workflows

Cross‑functional leadership

Business process improvement

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT / Computer Science / Industrial Engineering or related

Tools

InPlan

Valor

42Q

Oracle ERP

Job description

DescriptionSanmina 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.

DescriptionSanmina 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

This leadership role is responsible for leading the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Division Portfolio and IT global business services team. The Initiative Portfolio Manager (IPM) serves as the primary strategic and operational lead for multi‑facility technology transformations, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) integrations, and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) deployments across global PCB manufacturing operations. Acting as a trusted advisor in technology, solutions development, and process improvement, the IPM will create a portfolio roadmap of improvement efforts delivering significant value and manage the successful execution of approved projects. This role involves articulating portfolio goals, prioritizing projects, and regularly reporting progress and status to both business and executive leadership teams across North America, APAC, and EMEA regions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct/Indirect management of 1-10 project managers and/or business system analysts, and indirect responsibility for other IT team members on a matrix basis, managing multi‑disciplined and cross‑functional project teams.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the PCB technology portfolios, identifying opportunities for value addition through successful execution, continuous process improvement, and re‑engineering across shop‑floor and enterprise systems.
• Take ownership and demonstrate leadership of assigned initiatives and projects, ensuring compliance with IT Governance processes and Stage‑Gate frameworks (SG1–SG4).
• Direct rollouts and optimizations of shop‑floor systems (42Q/MES16, Oracle ERP, DNC tooling, CMMS) and CAD/CAM engineering software interfaces (InPlan, Valor).
• Lead and coach the team to become subject matter experts in specific portfolio processes, fostering closer partnership between IT and Business.
• Oversee divisional cybersecurity compliance readiness and modern computing platform initiatives, including NIST SP 800-171, CMMC gap analysis, and System Security Plans (SSP).

What You'll Bring

• Job Knowledge/Skills: Strong project management skills, deep understanding of PCB fabrication and CAD/CAM engineering workflows (InPlan, Valor, 42Q, Oracle ERP), background in cybersecurity frameworks (NIST SP 800-171, CMMC) is a plus, proven record in business process improvement, and experience in key business functions within an international or complex manufacturing environment.
• Language/Communication Skills: Confident leader with the ability to motivate teams, advise, and coach. Appreciation for customer focus and excellent communication & report writing abilities. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization.
• Education/Training/Work Experience: Professional qualification with a strong commercial focus. 8+ years of experience, preferably in a large, international corporate PCB fabrication environment. Process improvement and re‑engineering experience.
• Certifications: Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Science, Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or relevant subject/experience. Project Management certification (PMP, PMI-ACP).is a plus

How To Stand Out

PCB Manufacturing Experience, PMP Certification

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 $130,000.00 and $145,000.00 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.

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.