Purchasing Jobs in Simi Valley, CA

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.

Purchasing Manager

Job Purpose :

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for the plant's Purchasing department. This role requires the ability to supervise others and be a hands-oncontributor tackling tactical and more complex issues where analysis of situations and data are required. The individual will participate in development of processes, procedures, evaluation of projects, cost savings initiatives and supplier management with a keenfocus on developing service models that are highlyeffective in supporting the factory.

Nature of Job Duties :

• Responsible for all Purchasing functions for raw materials, production supplies and services. Coordinates with Sanmina's corporate procurement team to ensure alignment of strategy.
• Plans and implements activities related to the procurement of materials, parts, components, and equipment
• Works with employees to plan, assign, and monitor individual objectives and activities based on group priorities and company strategy. Provides useful and timely feedback to staff members on their performance and development plan.
• Responsible for defining and establishing supplier service models that support factory performance. This includes reducing supplier lead times, maintaining stocking levels, defining on-site support requirements and serves as primary liaison.
• Overseesmanagement of supply chain costs, drives cost savings initiatives, supports and may lead requests for proposals and negotiations.
• Ensures supplier corrective action plans are documented and timely for all performance levels under standard
• Provides various supplier and cost reports, analyses, and recommendations to assist in making decisions both withinthe Purchasinggroup and with the factory management team.
• Has knowledge of programs such as VMI, VCI and EDI. Works with supplier teams and internal stakeholders to ensure that manufacturing plans and supply are synchronized.
• The role is interdisciplinary (purchasing, inventory management, logistics) with a focus on supporting factory operations and driving costs out of the business.
• Works closely with production control and customer-focused teams to fully understand planned manufacturing volumes and prepare supply models to support.
• Directs the activities of buyers and expeditors to accomplish company objectives

Education and Experience :

Salary range : $95,000 - $110,000

In addition, Sanmina Providesa variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and / or personal business.

This is an ITAR facility - US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident is required.

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

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