Sr. Program Administrator

Sanmina; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational Assistance Program

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Sanmina in Austin, Texas is looking for a dedicated Program Administrator to join our Program Management team. This role is crucial in managing customer relationships and supporting precision machining programs, ensuring expectations are met consistently.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing setting. This position offers a pathway to becoming a Program Manager, with opportunities for professional growth and exposure to various departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of project administration or coordination experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Interact with customers and handle pre-sales or post-sales functions.
• Update databases with status of returned materials.
• Support Program Manager in customer commercial management.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency with data tools (Excel/Google Sheets)

Organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field

5+ years of project administration experience

Tools

Oracle

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, we provide 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. Our facilities are strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

The Sanmina facility in Austin, Texas provides precision machining and mechanical assembly services to customers. Precision machining capabilities include vertical milling, horizontal milling, and turning on a wide range of materials including aluminum, copper, composites, stainless titanium, and high‑alloy steel with a milling envelope of up to 60" x 50" x 40". The facility specializes in high‑mix, low volume production and also offers subassembly, integration, new product introduction services, and clean‑room assembly.

Job Purpose

Sanmina is seeking a highly motivated Program Administrator to join our Program Management team and serve as the operational backbone for our precision machining and complex mechanical assembly programs. In this role, you will help assist in managing the business relationship between the assigned customer and our manufacturing facility to ensure customer expectations are consistently met or exceeded. You will be responsible for tracking project milestones, managing documentation, coordinating between cross‑functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production), and ensuring that high‑tolerance, highly regulated manufacturing programs run smoothly from kickoff to final shipment. Operating in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment, you will balance compliance gatekeeping, operational support, and data management.

Nature Of Duties / Responsibilities

• Interact with customers, company sales and/or service representatives and handle a variety of pre‑sales or post‑sales service functions.
• Update databases with status of returned materials issues and account for returned inventory.
• Record and report the status of equipment returns, repairs, replacements, sales orders and delivery schedules (RMA).
• Process customer RMA(s) order entry and change notices.
• Ensure service information is accessible by sorting and filing documents/forms.
• Maintain records of returns, schedule changes, product enhancements or changes and product pricing, and resolve return credit problems.
• Support the business relationship between assigned customer(s) and the manufacturing facility, ensuring that customer expectations are met and/or exceeded.
• Support the Program Manager in commercial management of customer(s) including product margin, product pricing (price effectively, inventory re‑valuation), excess & obsolete material issues, accounts receivable issues, with the customer.
• Understand the customer(s) contract terms and its implications on the order process.
• Manage the customer(s) backlog/demand and work with planning to ensure proper MRP/DRP runs.

Education & Qualifications

• The Academic Path: A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
• The Technical Path: 5+ years of project administration or coordination experience specifically within a manufacturing environment (precision machining, CNC, aerospace, automotive, or medical device assembly preferred).
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills to develop and maintain proactive customer interaction; comfortable interfacing with CNC machinists on the floor, quality inspectors and corporate leadership.
• Must be able to work independently, multitask & quickly while under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency with basic data tools (Excel/Google Sheets) and a willingness to learn Oracle.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills are required.

Benefits

We are committed to your professional growth. This position is eligible for our Educational Assistance Program, which provides financial support for relevant certifications (such as PMP) or degree programs to help you transition into a Program Manager role. The Program Administrator is a foundational role designed for an aspiring professional looking to launch a career in business management and operations. The position offers a direct pathway to becoming a Program Manager by providing hands‑on exposure to resource and budget management, cross‑functional coordination with various departments, strategic alignment and planning within a mentorship‑focused environment.

This is an ITAR facility and applicants must be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident.

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