Group Manager, Program Management

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

Leads people who perform project management duties involving cross-functional teams focused on delivery of internal products or administrative systems. Oversees plans and directs schedules as well as project budgets. Monitors programs/projects from initiation through delivery and interfacing with internal customers or department personnel. Organizes project activities and interdepartmental meetings; ensures communication facilitates completion of the program/project on schedule and within budget constraints. May assign and monitor work of technical personnel providing support and interpretation of instructions/objectives. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

What You’ll Do

• Manage key areas within the global supply chain operations that focus on problem solving and operational excellence
• Drive organizational goals through improvement initiatives across functions by leveraging program management principles and desired strategy
• Lead and manage the certificate collection team, ensuring consistent execution and accountability
• Provide end‑to‑end ownership of tariff certification and compliance content for Global supply chain.
• Act as the single point of coordination with Finance and GSCM to ensure alignment on qualification, documentation, and financial realization
• Drive standardization, governance, and scalability of the certification process as volumes grow
• Drive organizational goals through improvement initiatives across functions by leveraging program management principles and desired strategy
• Timely and complete certificate collection
• Accurate qualification for tariff mitigation programs
• Reduced duty leakage and audit exposure
• Develop project plan and lead project activities from planning to implementation. Track project schedule and maintain matrix for process improvements.
• Solve complex business problems and build solutions that will improve operations and support critical business strategies.
• Be part of a high-performing team, collaborate to drive execution, mitigate risks, ensure compliance with program or project timelines, and deliver results aligned with business objectives
• Collaborate with business groups by providing strategic inputs to initiative prioritization, integration and resource application. Ensure approach, policies and procedures align with organizational vision.
  
  

Who We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management, engineering, finance or a related field with over 12 years of experience, or a master’s degree with more than 10 years of experience, or equivalent professional expertise
• More than 10 years of extensive experience in project and program management, navigating matrix organizations, and effectively influencing stakeholders.
• Strong business analytical skills with background in Power BI, MS Suite, & SAP.
• Clear concise communication and presentation skills and ability to work in a dynamic cross functional environment.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Working experience in the semi-conductor industry is a plus.
• PMP, SCRUM, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and other relevant certifications are preferred.
• Ability to grasp complex technical topics and abstract key issues and risks into an actionable form.
• Detailed oriented, strong analytical skills, and agility to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

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.