Technical Program Manager 3

Global Operations - NPI Materials, Technical Program Management, 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 As a Technical Program Manager at Lam, you are not just overseeing projects - you’re orchestrating breakthroughs in support of developing and releasing new products.You’ll lead cross-functional teams through successful project execution blending your technical excellence with strategic planning to deliver new or upgraded products.Your role is vital, owning technical projects from initiation through delivery using your expertise in planning, directing, and monitoring schedules andbudgets. What you’ll do

• Forms and leads cross-functional teams (comprised of Supply Chain, Operations, and other members as required) to define sourcing strategies and sourcing plans for new products, including recommendations for new supplier selection & evaluation as part of Pilot Organization.
• Serves as the single point of contact to the Supply Chain team to confirm supplier readiness in terms of production capacity and approved critical parts manufacturing prior to key product milestones.
• Manages the transition of new products from pilot production to volume production.
• Uses software tools to perform regular cost rollups and analyze product cost performance to drive corrective action as required to achieve product cost targets, and manage the product cost roadmap prior to production release.
• Works collaboratively with supply chain and engineering stakeholders; develops supplier selection processes for piece parts or outsourced assemblies and identifies supply chain risks supporting sourcing decisions.
• Responsible for resolving discrepancies between cost targets and quoted costs; creates and delivers presentations to program executives and CFT stakeholders.
• Fundamental understanding of should-cost or cost allocation and recognizes opportunities to improve product design for cost/quality/delivery by early supplier involvement.
• Provides feedback to engineering on DFx (cost, manufacturability).

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience; or a PhD with no previous professional experience; or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in continuous improvement or technical program management.
• Experience guiding cross-functional teams and demonstrating influence skills to deliver results.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to present to audiences at all levels in the Company., * Experience in or knowledge of Semiconductor fabrication, Semiconductor Equipment Operations, or related industries is a plus.
• Knowledge of Program Management methods and experience in Product Development & Release (PDR) procedures.
• Relevant project management certifications such as PMP, CAPM, Scrum Master, or PRINCE2.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and SAP.
• Ability to read and interpret product Bill of Materials (BOMs).
• Direct experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Ability to demonstrate problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, strategic thinking, and attention to detail for everyday tactical execution.
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods and commodities as related to cost structure.
• Familiarity with project management software and tools including MS Project, QuickBase, Office Timeline, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Change Management methodologies is a plus.

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $86,000.00 -$192,000.00.

The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.

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