Senior Program Manager

Sanmina; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead all aspects of a site program, serving as the primary liaison between the company and the customer to ensure contractual terms are met and program goals are achieved.

The role requires guiding cross-functional teams across Sales, Engineering, and Manufacturing, establishing plans, managing budgets, and delivering on-time results while advancing supplier relations and contract terms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 8+ years of PM/Program Management experience.
• Proven background in mechanical, electrical and integration programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary site liaison between SCI and the customer, manage relationships and escalate appropriately.
• Apply PMO best practices to create plans aligned with requirements and budgets.
• Lead cross-functional teams to define scope, roles, and deliverables and ensure on-time execution.
• Prepare clear progress reports and time-tracking for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Business Development to understand and negotiate contract/MSA terms.
• Facilitate meetings, drive issue resolution, and oversee ECO implementations.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Contract manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Project

Oracle ERP

PLM software

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.

Summary

At this time, SCI is recruiting highly qualified candidates whose background and career goals meet our needs for a Senior Program Manager in Huntsville, AL. In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of a program at the site, serving as the site liaison between the company and customer to ensure customer needs are met while ensuring all program-related decisions align with contractual terms and conditions.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the primary site liaison between SCI and the customer, managing relationships proactively to ensure needs are met and avoid escalations.
• Apply best-practice PMO methodology to establish project plans that align with stakeholder/customer requirements and deliver desired outcomes within budget.
• Lead cross-functional teams (Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing) to define project scope, roles, responsibilities, and deliverables, ensuring on-time project execution.
• Prepare, maintain, and submit clear, concise activity/progress reports, time-tracking records, and project status reviews for internal management and external customers.
• Collaborate with Business Development to understand, drive, and develop contract/MSA terms with customers.
• Facilitate effective internal and external meetings, drive timely issue resolution/escalations, and oversee the prompt implementation of Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).

What You'll Bring

• Education: Bachelor's Degree.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in Project/Program Management.
• Proven experience in mechanical, electrical, and integration programs.
• Strongly recommended background in contract manufacturing, enclosures, and sheet metal manufacturing.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, MS Project).
• Excellent written and verbal communication, strong attention to detail, and proactive customer interaction skills.

How To Stand Out

• Technical degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Experience with supplier development and top-tier supplier management.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (Oracle or similar) and PLM software (Agile or similar).
• Possess an active U.S. Security Clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one.

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.