Business Administration & Operational Support Coordinator

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING
At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture.

We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career.

THE ROLE
AMD is looking for a dynamic, detail-oriented Business Operations Coordinator in AI group to be the operational backbone of our team. You will own the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, drive seamless purchase order execution, orchestrate team events, and serve as a trusted operations partner across multiple functions. If you thrive in a fast-paced tech environment, love solving problems before they happen, and take pride in making everyone around you more effective—this role was built for you.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Procurement & Purchase Order Management

Initiate, track, and close Purchase Orders (POs) end-to-end—from requisition creation through vendor invoicing and goods receipt

Partner with department leads to gather purchase requirements, validate budget alignment, and route approvals in accordance with AMD's procurement policy

Manage vendor relationships: obtain competitive quotes, negotiate pricing/terms, and maintain an approved vendor database

Ensure PO accuracy and compliance with internal controls; flag and resolve discrepancies with Finance, Accounts Payable, and Sourcing teams

Monitor open POs for delivery status, expedite as needed, and update ERP/procurement systems (SAP, Ariba, or equivalent) in real time

Conduct periodic spend analysis to identify cost‑saving opportunities and report trends to leadership

Coordinate with Legal and Finance on vendor contract reviews, NDAs, and MSAs

Ensure all procurement activities adhere to AMD's ethics, sourcing standards, and local regulatory requirements

Team Events & Employee Experience Coordination

Plan, coordinate, and execute team events—including offsites, team‑building activities, recognition programs, town halls, and leadership visits—from concept through post‑event wrap‑up

Manage event budgets, venue sourcing, catering, Audio/video setup, logistics and negotiate vendor contracts to maximize value

Develop and distribute event communications, agendas, and feedback surveys

Partner with HR and leadership to build an inclusive, engaging team culture.

Operational Support & Administration

Serve as the primary point of contact for day‑to‑day operational needs across the team — space planning, facilities requests, equipment provisioning, shipping, receiving, lab coordination and asset tracking

Manage onboarding logistics for new hires: equipment, system access coordination, desk set‑up, and Day 1 readiness

Support budget management: track departmental spending, flag variances, and assist in monthly/quarterly budget reconciliation

Maintain and continuously improve operational SOPs, process documentation, and SharePoint/Confluence pages creation and maintenance.

Coordinate cross‑functional projects and action‑item tracking; drive accountability without direct authority

Manage distribution lists, organizational charts, and team communication channels

Prepare gift letters, visa letters, required supporting documentation, and general administrative outputs

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Strong experience in an operations, procurement, office management, or executive support role—preferably in a technology company

Demonstrated experience in creating and managing Purchase Orders within an ERP or procurement platform (SAP, Ariba, or similar)

Strong command of Microsoft 365 (Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint); able to build trackers, dashboards, and reports independently

Proven track record of planning and executing corporate events of varying…