Senior Program Manager

Job description

At Sanmina Newark, we don’t just build— we power the global chip race. Our Newark facility is a powerhouse of large-format machining and complex electro-mechanical integration. We partner with the world’s leading semiconductor capital equipment OEMs to build the physical tools that make AI, EV, and 5G technology possible. The Opportunity We are seeking a high-octane Senior Program Manager to own the primary executive relationship and operational execution for our highest-profile semiconductor accounts.

In this role, you aren’t just "checking boxes"—you are the strategic bridge between multi-million dollar engineering designs and physical manufacturing execution.

Key Responsibilities

Customer & Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary site interface and executive liaison with semiconductor OEM customers, driving client satisfaction and account growth.

Program Compliance & Agreements

Manage customer agreements and contract terms, ensuring all operational decisions protect Sanmina’s business interests while delivering client success.

Financial & Business Resolution

Drive site revenue growth, improve margin performance, and resolve business issues including A/R management, uPPV, Credit, and E&O mitigation.

Performance Monitoring & KPIs

Track and optimize internal metrics (inventory turns, PPV, revenue, delivery) and customer satisfaction metrics (Quality, OTD, Price Performance).

Demand & Order Planning

Analyze forecast trends, manage backlog, and align customer priorities with factory capacity to eliminate operational bottlenecks.

Lifecycle Management

Oversee programs from NPI through volume production and EOL, coordinating closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations.

Process Improvement

Develop best-in-class program management practices, proactively managing timelines, risks, and resource allocation.

Mentorship & Leadership

Provide guidance and career development support for junior Program Managers and Program Administrators.

What You Bring Industry Experience

8+ years of Program Management experience, ideally within Contract Manufacturing (Machining/Integration) or the Semiconductor capital equipment industry.

Technical & Academic Foundation

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline. PMP certification or Lean Six Sigma belt is a strong plus.

Matrix Leadership

Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams, pivot priorities quickly, and drive alignment across multi-tiered organizations.

Data Fluency

Exceptional analytical capability with advanced MS Excel skills to monitor KPIs, financial margins, and delivery metrics effectively. Why Sanmina? You’ll be at the heart of a global expansion, managing the tools that create the world’s most critical industrial infrastructure. If you thrive where precision machining meets high-level business strategy, let’s talk. This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Salary Range (annual): $125,000 - $175,000.

Actual base pay within this range (determined at the offer stage) will be based on a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, and skills, and is just one element of our total rewards package. The total rewards package also includes a 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 and, depending on the role, may include eligibility for restricted stock unit awards and participation in a discretionary bonus program.