Group Manager - Business Operations Mgmt

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 Lams business.

Leads process improvement initiatives through the disciplined use of measurements, accountability, analysis and discussion of process alternatives in order to arrive at best practices. Plans, manages, and controls the activities of a team that provides operational support for a business segment, group or team. Brings expertise or identifies subject matter experts in support of multi-functional efforts in process improvement, data capture and analysis, infrastructure support, tool ownership and compliance with procedures, etc Advises business groups by providing strategic direction to initiative prioritization, integration and resource application. Ensures that policies and procedures align with corporate vision. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel ensuring efficient operation of the function.

• Delivery predicable Operational Performance which meets or exceed KPIs, Goals, Objectives, Deliver to annual operating plan goals, Drive initiatives to enable capability, scalability, productivity, Drive continues improvement projects.
• Cross-functional alignment and execution of deliverables.
• Lead a staff of Program Managers development them to meet future business needs.
• Expert understanding of an integrated enterprise system database environment (ie PLM), specifically pertaining to Material Master, Bill of Materials, and Engineering Change Record. In-depth knowledge, understanding, and application of Doc Control/Change Control processes/systems. In-depth knowledge and understanding of product structures, configurable vs non-configurable. In-depth knowledge, understanding, and application of interchangeability policy (ie., Form, Fit, Function) relative to Change Control practices.
• Works with cross functional team to maintain change records for supplier changes, supplier POR changes, obsolescence requests.

• Eligibility Criteria:

  • Years of Experience: Minimum 15 years of experience
  • Job Experience: Proven leader, managing cross-functional global team or functional teams of 6 -12+ members at various levels of the organization.
  • Education: Diploma and Bachelor degree in Engineering or MBA (Supply Chain/Operations

• Mandatory Skills required to perform the job:

  • Proven leader, managing cross-functional global team or functional teams of 6 -12+ members at various levels of the organization
  • Prior Engineering Change Management/PLM work experience/knowledge of product/BOM structures, configuration management, change control/PLM systems, engineering and manufacturing business processes
  • Familiarity with SAP/other ERP systems and PLM-related integrations
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with ability to clearly communicate operationally with functional Engineering and Operation stakeholders, as we'll as communicate effectively technically with business system analysts, developers, relating to Engineering Change Management and PLM.
  • Ability to create and deliver presentations at peer and/or executive levels.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to solve complex problems with cross-functional orgs and potentially conflicting business needs.
  • Demonstrated experience and results as a hands-on manager with functional process and business operations knowledge of Engineering Change Management, Issue Reporting, ERP and Engineering processes
  • Lead a staff of Program Managers development them to meet future business needs.
  • Proven working experience in People management, Customer Change Control, or supply chain within the Semi-Conductor or electronic sector.
  • Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • PMP, MPM, or CPIM certification is a plus
  • Lean Six Sigma is plus

• Note:

Desirable Skill:

• Exposure to SQL, SAP HANA and data visualization tool like Power BI

• Experience in the wafer processing or general manufacturing is a definite plus

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowe'red 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 Companys 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.