Manager 2, POM Engineering , 4+ to 6 years New Product Introduction (NPI) & Program Management

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Working as the Product Owner and Team Leader, this individual will manage a cross-functional POM Team that is responsible for identifying and managing operational activities of multiple products throughout their Life Cycle Represent Operations in Core team.
• Responsible for making decisions and commitments on behalf of the Operations team in the Product Line Core Team (PLCT) and Product Development Team (PDT) meetings·
• Identify and prepare qualification plan for product development, samples, and manages the qualification builds for the client SSD organization· Coordinate with Supply Chain Planning teams, Procurement, Sales Operations, and Factory Management during the development and manufacturing ramp-up of the product.
• Ensuring Low Volume Manufacturing (LVM)and production readiness by coordinating with Supply Chain, Procurement, Sales Operations, and Factory
• Ensure Bill of Material (BOM) and SKU management requirements are met·
• Maintaining and updating Western Digital’s internal software and databases to reflect existing and future NPI /Engineering demand, assy. Instructions, build, and engineering sample plan
• Maintains and leads efforts to improve our models and further, automate and optimize business processes and cost reduction activities.
• He/She will work on multiple projects simultaneously and interact with different Teams both internally and externally.

SKILLS:

• BS/ B Tech in Engineering / Supply Chain Management/ Management / Science, MS/M Tech/ MBA preferred
• 4~6 years of Program Management and New Product Introduction (NPI) experience specializing in EMS/Semiconductor.
• Possesses good analytical & presentation skills Knowledge in Semiconductor industry NPI, supply chain processes, and activities Very strong data analytics, presentation, and communication skills Great communication skills with proven ability to work cross-functionally dynamic environment
• Experience in working with a multinational team and ability to work independently with internal customers at all levels & with various cultural backgrounds.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task Able to constructively challenge the status quo, provide solutions and implement new processes Working knowledge of applications such as MS Excel, MS projects, Agile & SAP

Qualifications

• BS/ B.Tech in Engineering / Supply Chain Management/ Management / Science
• MS/M.Tech/ MBA preferred

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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