Production Planning Coordinator

Sanmina Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation is seeking a Production Planning Coordinator to lead end‑to‑end production planning across multiple manufacturing operations, including racks, cabinets and electromechanical assemblies. The role aligns demand with capacity, material availability, and inventory strategy to maximize on‑time delivery and asset utilization.

The ideal candidate has strong SIOP expertise, finite capacity scheduling, ERP/MRP experience, and data‑driven decision‑making in a high‑growth manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Supply Chain/Engineering/Operations/Business).
• 2–4 years in production planning scheduling or equivalent.
• Experience with ERP/MRP platforms (SAP/Oracle) and advanced data analysis in Excel.
• APICS/ASCM CPIM/CSCP and Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage master production schedules across multi‑operation fabrication and assembly.
• Lead monthly SIOP process and model capacity requirements for labor and equipment.
• Set safety stock targets and reorder points to protect delivery dates while controlling inventory.
• Maintain ERP master data: lead times, routings, calendars, BOMs.
• Drive Lean initiatives to shorten lead times and improve schedule attainment.

Skills

SIOP

Capacity Planning

Data Analysis

Excel Proficiency

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Engineering/Operations/Business

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Power BI

Job description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Production Planning Coordinator

Job Purpose:

The Production Planning Coordinator is responsible for leading the end-to-end production planning and scheduling function across multiple manufacturing operations producing racks, cabinets, precision sheet metal components, welded assemblies, and electromechanical products. This role ensures optimal alignment between customer demand, manufacturing capacity, material availability, and inventory strategy while maximizing on-time delivery, operational efficiency, and asset utilization.

The position partners closely with Sales, Program Management, Procurement, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Logistics to develop executable production plans. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP), finite capacity scheduling, ERP/MRP systems, and data-driven decision-making within a high-growth manufacturing environment.

Nature of Duties:

• Production Scheduling: Build and execute master production schedules. Manage finite-capacity planning across fabrication, welding, coating, and assembly to eliminate bottlenecks and optimize floor throughput.
• SIOP & Capacity Planning: Lead the monthly Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process. Model short- and long-term capacity requirements for labor and equipment to support business growth and capital investments.
• Inventory Optimization: Establish safety stock targets, reorder points, and lot sizes that protect customer delivery dates while minimizing working capital and reducing excess inventory.
• ERP Master Data: Own and maintain critical planning data within the ERP system: including manufacturing lead times, routings, calendars, and Bills of Material (BOM).
• Continuous Improvement: Drive Lean initiatives to shorten manufacturing lead times, improve schedule attainment, and decrease order change response times.

Education and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, or Business.
• Experience: 2 -4 years in production planning scheduling
• Industry Exposure: Hands‑on experience in precision metal fabrication, heavy assembly, or electromechanical manufacturing environments.
• Technical Systems: High proficiency with major ERP/MRP platforms (like SAP or Oracle) and advanced data analysis skills in Microsoft Excel.

• Professional certifications such as APICS/ASCM (CPIM or CSCP) and a Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.
• Background in data center infrastructure, server racks, telecommunications equipment, or heavy electrical enclosures.
• Familiarity with Power BI, Advanced Planning software (APS), and Theory of Constraints (TOC) methodologies.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer