Program Manager - Product Transitions and Material Readiness

The Group You’ll Be A Part Of

The 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

Plans and implements activities related to the timely, cost-effective procurement, inventory control, planning and quality control of production materials. Develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures, and material control systems to reduce costs, streamline procedures, and implement solutions. Ensures the availability of materials in the supply chain, as scheduled, and the maintenance of inventory at minimum acceptable levels. Responsible for sourcing and supplying raw materials, utilities and outside services, as well coordinating global procurement efforts. Coordinates with finance/accounting on matters involving inventory carrying costs. Reviews and plans requirements for acceptable inventory. May assist with the establishment and maintenance of the production control system. May work with customers in auditing customer inventory levels and with internal and external vendors to comply with inventory policies. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

What You’ll Do

1. Provide dedicated, supply chain operations support at the Lam factory.
2. Track, monitor, and drive actions for Product transitions, supplier readiness, and qualifications through meetings and progress measurement activities.
3. Manage technical and non-technical supply chain projects using an internal customer perspective.
4. Provide forecasting, planning, and strategic execution support to the supply chain.

Other Responsibilities

1. Represent supply chain readiness for manufacturing build and system delivery/shipment.
2. Develop and monitor risk mitigation strategies, and coordinate root cause corrective actions.
3. Lead and participate in projects to resolve problems or to support continuous process improvement.
4. Develop timely reports and key performance indicators to identify/monitor project delivery challenges.

Who We’re Looking For

BS Degree in Business / Engineering. Min 7 years of experience in the industry with good business acumen and interpersonal skills to work in Cross functional teams and stakeholders. High level of organizational skills. Excellent problem-solving methods. Exceptional verbal / presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Excellent knowledge of program management including previous experience working with supply chain and a thorough understanding of best practices. SAP knowledge is a plus. Highly competent communicator who can successfully interact with cross-functional teams, sponsors, management, and business partners. Skilled in MS Excel/Access/PowerPoint/Word.

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. Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices, and procedures.

Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees. Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role.

Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories:

1. 'On-site Flex': work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week.
2. 'Virtual Flex': work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location and remotely the rest of the time.

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