Director, Strategic Sourcing - Metals

Overview

Director, Strategic Sourcing - Metals role  Sanmina Fremont facility description and the Metals & Mechanical supply chain scope are part of this opportunity. This position manages Ferrous & Non-Ferrous raw materials and mechanical sourcing to deliver sustainable financial results through robust sourcing strategies, strategic supplier relationships, and strong operational acumen. This is an ITAR facility; US citizen or lawful permanent resident status is required.

Location:

Houston, TX (as described in the postings).

Employment type:

Full-time. Seniority level:
Director. Industry focus includes metals, mechanicals, and EMS-related manufacturing sectors.

Salary Range (annual): $130,000 - $150,000. Total rewards include health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays and PTO, and potential eligibility for stock awards and discretionary bonus, depending on role and experience.

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

• Own global scope for Ferrous & Non-Ferrous raw materials (steel, copper, aluminum, special alloys) and outsourced services (e.g., plating, painting, epoxy coating).
• Define and develop commodity sourcing strategy for metals and related outsourced services.
• Develop and manage executive-level relationships with strategic suppliers aligned to business needs, technology roadmap, and footprint of operations.
• Assess capability gaps in existing supply chains and identify/develop new suppliers to bridge gaps.
• Lead supplier selection and commercial activities (pricing, business awards) across RFQ, NPI, and mass production for new and existing customers.
• Coordinate with quote and operations teams to provide guidance and direction.
• Ensure contracts and agreements (e.g., NDA, PA, VMI) are compliant with suppliers.
• Conduct periodic business reviews with management of strategic suppliers to strengthen engagement, improve cost competitiveness, and secure favorable terms.
• Gather and share procurement intelligence on market, supply, and pricing with internal stakeholders.
• Support internal stakeholders in resolving supplier escalations as needed.

• 15-20 years' experience in commodity management of ferrous & non-ferrous raw materials and mechanicals in regional (Americas) and/or global roles.
• Experience in EMS/metals distribution, ODM or Tier 1 mechanical manufacturing environments in North America across data centers, cloud & communications, semiconductors, industrial, defense/aerospace, automotive, and healthcare sectors.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills; strategic thinking with strong tactical execution ability.
• Proficiency in MS Office; ERP experience required (Oracle experience a plus).
• A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or Industrial Engineering.
• ITAR facility requirement: US citizen or lawful permanent resident.
• Experience in customer-facing roles is an added advantage.

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