Program​/Project Manager

Position: Program/Project Manager 5
The group you’ll be a part ofThe Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.

The impact you’ll make

The Express Prototype Material (XPM) Program Manager will create strategies and drive objectives to enable sourcing options for engineering teams to procure and test newly designed parts that support NPI development activity. This program is a new endeavor and will require problem-solving and cross functional influence to optimize program results, efficiency and scalability. The Program Manager (PM) will interface with Product Groups, Purchasing, and NPI Supplier Business Managers to shape and manage program attributes.

Clear communication, effective problem solving, sourcing process knowledge and supplier management to a high standard of excellence are essential skills to be successful in this role. The XPM program works in alignment with the standard Rapid Prototype Manufacturing (RPM) process to source initial designs for lab use. These processes provide a strategic advantage for Lam to iterate designs quickly and win new customer business in a very competitive semiconductor market.

What you’ll do Translate high-level strategies into actionable objectives and tasks

Develop metrics and tools to assess program performance

Utilize and leverage knowledge of Lam’s procurement processes and workflows

Facilitate stakeholder compliance to program requirements and governance

Apply systemic problem-solving to internal process gaps Serve as a resource to coach SBMs and Engineers on NPI sourcing processes

Present monthly & quarterly performance to a management level audience Develop training and assist in onboarding for new XPM suppliers

Drive supplier process improvements to optimize program performance

Develop broad-based knowledge of multiple commodities

Build relationships with cross-functional stakeholders to develop process improvements

Who we’re looking forBA, BS/BSE degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or 8+ years of equivalent experience

Solid analytical and written/oral communication skills with ability to communicate cross-functionally across all levels of internal and external organizations

High-level proficiency in planning, creating and delivering executive-level presentations

Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and make XPM part of a global NPI vision

Ability to travel to US supplier sites and drive alignment between Lam and supplier teams

Preferred qualifications

Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or Industrial Engineering Advanced Degree Previous work experience in commodity management, procurement, contracting, materials management, operations management

Models effective verbal and written communications, anticipates questions and presents options

Project Management / Team Lead experience

Understanding of operational processes and interdependencies

Ability to learn new technologies and manufacturing processes (aptitude/proficiency)
Adept relationship-building skills, quick to build rapport and gain stakeholder trust

Customer and results focused, utilizing creative thinking and strong problem-solving capabilities

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

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