Purchasing Administrator

Sanmina Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in Houston, TX, is seeking a Purchasing Administrator to manage ePurchasing and PO transactions, email PO docs to suppliers, and upload new buys for buyers. You will generate Oracle/Discoverer reports, support M3K certifications, and maintain documentation per M3K standards.

The role requires strong Excel proficiency, 1–2 years of related experience, and excellent communication skills. On-site position with the Sanmina Energy facility in Houston.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Near-expert abilities using Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process eCompras and manual purchase order transactions for buyers.
• Email completed purchase order documents to suppliers and buyers.
• Upload new buys and reschedules for buyers.
• Process Date Changes to POs.
• Provide daily and weekly Oracle and Discoverer reports to buyers and manager.
• Support the plant in achieving E3K, M3K, and S3K Class A certification.
• Prepare M3K reports required to support purchasing activities.
• Save electronic and hard copy files as described by M3K documentation.
• Coordinate M3K Audits by providing required documentation for Audits.
• Act as backup for fellow administrative assistants as needed during the week and cover the desk of those who are out of the office.
• Gather and assemble various information regarding buyer status into a single Excel file for Purchasing Manager.

Skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Overview

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.

Division & Location Information

• Division: Sanmina Energy (Houston)

• Facility Capabilities: Sanmina Energy (Houston) provides Product Engineering with an emphasis on energy including very complex electro-mechanical systems; Assembly & Test for full electromechanical assemblies across multiple industries with capability to produce new and legacy [high temperature] printed circuit board assemblies; and Precision Machining with capabilities across the full material spectrum.

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Position Summary

Job Title: Purchasing Administrator

Key Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

• Process eCompras and manual purchase order transactions for buyers.

• Email completed purchase order documents to suppliers and buyers.

• Upload new buys and reschedules for buyers.

• Process Date Changes to POs.

• Provide daily and weekly Oracle and Discoverer reports to buyers and manager.

• Support the plant in achieving E3K, M3K, and S3K Class A certification.

• Prepare M3K reports required to support purchasing activities.

• Save electronic and hard copy files as described by M3K documentation.

• Coordinate M3K Audits by providing required documentation for Audits.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Act as backup for fellow administrative assistants as needed during the week and cover the desk of those who are out of the office.

• Gather and assemble various information regarding buyer status (such as new buy placement, AP holds, Past Due POs, MRB/RTV, RDL, etc.) into a single Excel file for Purchasing Manager.

Expectations & Working Style

• Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work.

• General instructions will be given on new assignments.

• Must demonstrate initiative and have the ability to multi-task.

• Will, at times, receive additional tasks and responsibilities as required by management (temporary or permanent additions).

Required Qualifications & Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• 1-2 years of relevant experience.

• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively with multiple levels of staff inside and outside the organization.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office ('97-current).

• Near-expert abilities using Microsoft Excel are required, as Excel is heavily utilized for primary and secondary responsibilities.

Special Requirements & EOE Statement

• ITAR Notice: This is an ITAR facility. Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or a Lawful Permanent Resident.

• Equal Opportunity Employer: Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.