Master Scheduler

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 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.

About the role

This position is the highest level of Material planning. The Master Scheduler responds to Customer and Program Management demand/forecasts, driving all purchasing, manufacturing, NPI, prototyping, and related engineering activities. The role involves creating and maintaining a valid master schedule for material and capacities by effectively balancing supply and demand for product, often in an environment with undefined processes, data integrity challenges, and limited information systems. The Scheduler will develop, implement, and improve processes, tools, and systems in collaboration with customers, the supply chain team, and plant organization.

Responsibilities

• Creates, maintains, and verifies the Master Schedule and interfaces with customers, Program Managers, Operations, Engineering, and Finance to resolve materials, labor constraints, backlogs, and schedule interruptions.
• Assists in evaluating scheduling priorities to support fluctuating demands in sales and supply.
• Actively participates in continuous improvement of Planning and Control systems.
• Oversees the master schedule to ensure compliance with materials requirements for prototyping and manufacturing.
• Reviews capacity performance and recommends necessary changes.
• Creates and maintains a valid Capacity Requirements plan supporting the Master Schedule.
• Works with Buyer/Planners and management to resolve issues in meeting the Material Plan and achieving the Master Schedule.
• Supports purchase order placement, materials arrival tracking, and works with customers and Program Management on PO approvals exceeding thresholds, addressing risks like PPV, excess inventory, and materials exposure.
• Prepares shortage analysis for discontinued items and coordinates exit strategies with customers and Program Managers.
• Analyzes demand data to identify trends for master schedule inputs, variance reporting, and waterfall interpretation.
• Develops Master Scheduling business processes, establishes planning cycles, and defines time horizons.
• Develops scheduling methodologies that deliver a stable schedule while maintaining agility to support customer requirements.
• Compiles and reports weekly schedule metrics.
• Communicates scheduling exceptions to Customers, Operations, and Program Managers.
• Resolves demand/supply/capacity issues.
• Maintains forecast accuracy and production level loading based on available supply and production capacity.
• Creates "what-if" scenarios for planning purposes.
• Manages Engineering Change Notices (ECN) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO).
• Prepares excess and obsolete analysis related to ECN management, demand changes, and other factors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Engineering with APICS certification.
• 8+ years of experience as a Master Scheduler/Planner Buyer or equivalent.
• Solid understanding of productive process capacity and materials planning.
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Oracle 11i, MS-Excel, MS-Office, and MRP systems.
• Advanced knowledge of Kinaxis Rapid Response Advanced Planning System for planning tool development/enhancement.
• Understanding of process flows and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with forward and reverse logistics (NPI, Prototyping, Direct Fulfillment, and Repair) is a plus.

Pay

Annual salary range: $80,000 - $100,000. Actual base pay within this range will be determined based on a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, and skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
• Eligibility for restricted stock unit awards (depending on the role).
• Participation in a discretionary bonus program (depending on the role).