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

As a Technical Program Manager 3, you will lead component engineering programs supporting new product introduction.

You will drive component qualification, technical risk management, component standardization, alternate-source qualification, obsolescence management, and component lifecycle activities while partnering closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and suppliers.

The role requires a combination of technical depth, program management, supplier engagement, structured problem solving, and cross-functional leadership.

What you’ll do

Costing:

• Cost roll-ups using MPM cost tool

• Cost analysis to include identification and management of gaps to target cost: what changed from month-to-month in product costing

▪ Cost projection over time at different product run rates

▪ Standard cost analysis and request for cost updates

• Identify cost reduction opportunities through design and/or sourcing

Sourcing:

• Work with Program MPM on sourcing strategy

• Work with purchasing to execute source changes based on aligned sourcing strategy

• Identify long lead parts and work with supply chain on strategies to mitigate LT

• Outsourcing: Host and/or Participate in supplier CFT’s to track outsourcing progress

• Track first article supplier submission to completion

Mandatory Skills:

• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Power Point and SAP

• Ability to read and interpret product BOM's and engineering drawings

• Must be a self-starter and be able to operate independent of day to day supervision

• Direct experience leading cross-functional team meetings; Program Management experience required

• Ability to demonstrate problem solving and critical thinking skills

• Costing experience: needs to understand various costing models; and make vs buy analysis

• Excellent Excel skills required

• Good communicator to interface with suppliers and cross functional team members

Who we’re looking for

• 7 to 9 years of industry experience in NPI supply chain, Program Management & Commodity management in a Manufacturing environment

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial)

• Master’s Degree in Engineering would be a plus

Preferred qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership skills, strategic thinking and attention to details for everyday tactical execution

• Excellent people and presentation skills

• Knowledge of manufacturing methods and commodities as related to cost structure

• Supply chain knowledge, especially for critical commodities as related to sourcing decisions and cost strategies

• Technical background, preferably in semiconductor industry, WFE product knowledge is a plus

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 on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. 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 – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll 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. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.