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[Apply on Sanmina-SCI’s careers site →](https://jobs.sanmina.com/jobs/18317725-npi-program-manager) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Sanmina-SCI](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sanmina-sci/) / NPI Program Manager ## 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. ### What You'll Do The Program and Product Manager leads the end-to-end lifecycle and execution of strategic customer initiatives at the facility. This role serves as the primary site liaison between Sanmina and the customer, translating customer needs into clear manufacturing plans while coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure milestones are met on time, within budget, and aligned with core business objectives. You will manage the implementation of manufacturing routings for new products to ensure profitability, evaluate technical feasibility for new program on boarding, and ensure all decisions align with the customer’s Master Services Agreement (MSA) and contract terms. ### Program Governance & Execution Oversee a portfolio of customer projects using PMO best practices. Create comprehensive project plans, manage cross-functional dependencies, track KPIs, and proactively mitigate risks associated with new product launches. ### Customer Liaison & Relationship Management Act as the primary point of contact for the customer. Drive effective internal and external meetings, provide clear progress reports, manage expectations, and resolve issues swiftly to prevent project delays and escalations. ### Technical Feasibility & NPI Evaluate technical requirements and manufacturing feasibility for incoming products. Coordinate with Engineering and Manufacturing to define program scopes, roles, and responsibilities. Ensure timely implementation of Engineering Change Orders (ECOs). ### Financial & Contract Management Support General Management with data-driven evaluations of manufacturing capabilities to ensure high ROI on new programs. Review, understand, and drive compliance with contract and MSA terms. ### Operational Performance Monitor facility and program KPIs (including review of process capability metrics like CpK / PpK). Analyze data to recommend continuous improvement courses of action to upper management ### What You'll Bring Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering preferred). ### Experience Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Project/Program Management within a manufacturing environment. ### Industry Background Strong exposure to Contract Manufacturing (EMS) and experience managing programs in the Automotive sector is highly preferred. ### Technical Domain Knowledge Proven experience launching new electro-mechanical products. Strong background in steel/sheet metal fabrication and welding processes. ### Design & Systems Literacy Proficiency in reading/interpreting blueprints and familiarity with CAD software (such as SolidWorks) to evaluate product designs. ### Business Acumen Demonstrated experience in risk analysis, resource allocation, and budget administration. ### Data Tools Strong proficiency with data analytics tools and the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Project). ### Communication Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a track record of driving proactive, positive customer interactions. Why Join Us? ### Sanmina employees also receive benefits including Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Sanmina, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. 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. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 22, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Nov 11, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 11, 2026 - Listed for: 20 days - Location: Houston, Texas, United States[Apply on Sanmina-SCI’s careers site →](https://jobs.sanmina.com/jobs/18317725-npi-program-manager) ## Hiring at Sanmina-SCI - Open jobs: 1,837 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Nov 11, 2026 [All Sanmina-SCI jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sanmina-sci/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Sanmina-SCI ### [NRME Plant Controller](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sanmina-sci/jobs/278a714c7a0eb55bd56e/) Houston, Texas, United States ### [Operations Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sanmina-sci/jobs/14e3fc89ba488457ef9d/) Houston, Texas, United States ### [Plant Controller](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sanmina-sci/jobs/2853551720e62167d68e/) Houston, Texas, United States ### [Production Planning Coordinator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sanmina-sci/jobs/4450b198a83b15802b67/) Houston, Texas, United States ### [Production Supervisor - Night Shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sanmina-sci/jobs/00f3fdf903f1dabd1558/) Houston, Texas, United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [New Product Introduction (NPI) Program Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/7b29ddaff02100b72639/) Microsoft · United States, Washington, Redmond ### [NPI Staff Program Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/715db4c9d84eaaf7f4c3/) Qualcomm · San Diego, California, United States of America ### [NPI Program Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/meta-platforms/jobs/8520f5ade6091b74b688/) Meta Platforms · Menlo Park, CA ### [Principal NPI Program Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/oracle/jobs/38b50607f14f0bddaa1a/) Oracle · Austin, TX, United States [Jobs in Houston, TX](/locations/us/tx/houston/)[Jobs in Texas](/locations/us-tx/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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