Technical Program Manager 4

Job description

## The group you’ll be a part of

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering of Lam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutions are helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

## The impact you’ll make

As a Technical Program Manager at Lam, you are not just overseeing projects – you’re orchestrating breakthroughs in support of Owning the Outcome. You’ll lead cross-functional teams through successful project execution blending your technical excellence with strategic planning to deliver new or upgraded products. Your role is vital, owning technical projects from initiation through delivery using your expertise in planning, directing, and monitoring schedules and budget.

## What you’ll do

* Perform technical program management duties involving cross-functional teams focused on delivery of company’s products and services.
* Develop and present program plans to senior management, gain buy in and deliver results.
* Organizes cross-functional activities, ensuring completion of the program i.e. product/ solution release on schedule and within budget constraints.
* Monitors the program from initiation through delivery including planning and directing schedules and monitoring budget/spending.
* Manage CFTs with a diverse array of talents and responsibilities to drive to solutions and alignment (with program objective, product release and material cut-in strategies, Excess & Obsolete (E&O) and effectivities)
* Assist in the definition and institutionalizing of new processes to improve effectiveness, leverage synergies and enable maturity of the organization.
* Be the change agent, driving process excellence, ownership of PDR process, responsiveness to dynamic business environment and leading by example.

## Who we’re looking for

Minimum Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of experience; or Master’s degree with 10 years experience;
* 8+ years of technical program management.
* Experience guiding cross-functional teams and demonstrating leadership and influence skills to deliver results.
* Excellent communication and executive presentation skills with the ability to present to audiences at all levels in the Company.

## Preferred qualifications

Mandatory skills

* Knowledge of Program Management methods and experience in Product Development & Release (PDR) procedures.
* Strong influencing, negotiating and conflict resolution skills.
* Experience in or knowledge of Semiconductor fabrication, Semiconductor Equipment Operations, or related industries is a plus.
* Experience in HW development, Agile and/or Waterfall project methodologies is a plus
* Expertise with project management software and tools including MS Project, Office Timeline, or equivalent.
* Structured Thinking: Logical approach, appropriate framing problems, and conclusions. Focuses on building capabilities across span of control.
* Communication: Clear, concise, and conclusive that shapes senior-leader understanding and draws out specific recommendations and conclusions.
* People Management: Leads CFTs that continually improves self, business, and function. Sets direction for group and provides compelling vision for the work; establishes a high-performance environment.
* Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
* Other experience that would prove highly valuable: Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Operations and Logistics.

## 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.