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The impact you’ll make

At Lam, as a Buyer, you play a pivotal role in our procurement process. You analyze purchase requirements and coordinate purchasing activities across departments to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of inventory. You'll support processing purchase requisitions, change orders, and quotes (RFQs) from suppliers. Engaging in cost analysis and volume planning within our enterprise-wide systems (ERPs), you negotiate for the best value and explore new supply sources for cost-saving. Your expertise ensures Lam's procurement remains efficient and competitive on a global scale.

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What you’ll do

Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Program Manager to join our Procurement department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating multiple complex procurement projects across global regions within a program to ensure they align with the company’s objectives.

This role requires a strategic thinker with strong project management skills and a deep understanding of procurement processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and provide effective procurement solutions.
• Monitor project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, providing regular updates to stakeholders on progress, risks, and issues.
• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and present reports on procurement activities, performance metrics, and savings achieved.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement/program management processes, systems and methodologies
• Manage program budgets and resources, ensuring efficient utilization and cost control

Who we’re looking for

Eligibility Criteria:

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Business administration, Supply Chain , Operations Management, Engineering or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Years of experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management
• Relevant experience: At least 5 years in a program manager role.

Mandatory skills:

• Proficiency in procurement software and tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Ariba).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Professional certifications such CPM, CPSM a plus.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Proven track record of managing large-scale procurement projects and programs.
• Working knowledge of SAP MM module
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Working Hrs.: Flexible to meet Business Requirements for supporting Global Operations

Working Hrs. for US Region: 3pm-12am

Working Hrs. for Asia Region: 6am – 3pm

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in the semiconductor industry or other high-tech industries.
• Prior experience in procurement, Procure-to-Pay processes, or similar functions.
• Foundational understanding of commodity market indicators and technical data.
• Prior experience managing the commercial and tactical aspects of supply chain requirements.

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.