Director, Supply Chain

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.

Exceptional people come together to work at Lam Research. Every day, we drive the precision and accuracy that enable our customers to create the world's most incredible technology-working at scales 1,000 times smaller than a grain of sand. Our talented people are what makes our leadership in the industry possible. To enable this incredible level of innovation, we maintain a strong collaborative culture. A space where you are encouraged to seek out challenges and engage the expertise of others to create the highest quality outcomes.

Global Operations at Lam Research has embarked on a business transformation journey to create next-generation business processes and solutions to significantly increase business efficiency and speed. TheDirector of Digital Transformation - Supply Chainis a unique opportunity to lead the Supply Chain Digital Transformation area of transformation to enable future business growth at an unprecedented level.

Global Operations at Lam Research has embarked on a business transformation journey to create next-generation business processes and solutions to significantly increase business efficiency and speed. The Director Digital Transformation - Supply Chain is a unique opportunity to lead the Supply Chain Digital Transformation area of transformation to enable future business growth at an unprecedented level.

• Lead and develop a high functioning team of Subject Matter Experts for Supply Chain, including the areas of Supplier Quality, Supplier Management (including performance management), Sub-tier management, Sourcing, Supplier Collaboration, and Operational Execution of Supply Plan with Lam's Direct Material Suppliers and Remote Factories.
• Establish a vision and lead Supply Chain Transformation efforts under the Digital Transformation program by driving / leading Business Process Reengineering to ensure we can scale effectively and efficiently at the most optimal cost in different business environments.
• Represent the appropriate stakeholders from business in planning and execution of activities such as requirements definition, decisions, communication, training and testing activities.
• Ensure all Digital Transformation program requirements and milestones are met on time and reflecting the highest standards of excellence resulting in successful site deployments with no negative impact to ongoing business and operations.
• Be the change agent to influence organizational change by driving partnerships and alignment across the organization both amongst Executive stakeholders and working/management levels.
• Influence solution design to ensure simplification of processes, achieve the targeted outcomes, and seamless user experience for both Lam employees and for our Suppliers.
• Work cross-functionality with other workstream leads to ensure coordinated effort and stability of designs impacting multiple functional areas.
• Lead and support Change Management within Global Supply Chain Management to ensure the effective adoption of the re-engineered processes and systems by the end-user community.
• Define and measure transformation results to ensure adherence to the goals. Take appropriate corrective actions or continuous improvement for any deviation.
• Lead value definition, manage budgets and resource planning.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Operational research, Supply Chain, or related field. MBA or Masters preferred but not required.
• 15 years of experience in operations, strong knowledge of operational processes, data, tools, and improvement initiatives including experience in business process reengineering in leading/fast-growth companies
• Deep subject matter expertise in Supply Chain, Supplier/Sub-tier management, Sourcing, and Direct Material Procurement in an Engineer to Order environment.
• WFE or discrete manufacturing industry experience with ETO/CTO/MTO business model in high-volume manufacturing.
• Experience in projects with Lean/Six Sigma and problem-solving methodology.
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders across a global organization.
• Strategic mindset with ability to drive execution.
• Ability to analyze and interpret large data sets for decision support.
• Able to work with minimal guidance or direction.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and ambiguous environment.
• Knowledgeable of best practices in the industry and application to real life.
• Working knowledge of the systems we will be implementing (e.g., Compliance Quest, Siemens Team Center, SAP S4 Hana, Kinaxis, Informatica MDM).

• Experience integrating tools with AI/ML/Automation or capabilities.
• Previous experience in ERP implementation and end-to-end Supplier Collaboration platforms.

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.

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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.

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