Product Manager 2

Lam Research Salzburg GmbH; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research in Bengaluru, IN seeks a Product Manager 2 within the Spares organization to support end-of-manufacturing products. You will partner with cross-functional teams to drive engineering projects, resolve escalations, sustain install base, and ensure timely field support.

Key responsibilities include managing PLC-driven programs, obsolescence planning, and coordinating LTBs/BBs with suppliers. Strong cross-functional collaboration and ERP experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Product Lifecycle Management processes and obsolescence management.
• Ability to evaluate business cases and financial impacts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing stakeholders across global teams.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Product Lifecycle (PLC) mapping and analytical tools to identify and execute programs required to manage the spares portfolio.
• Analyze, prioritize, and disposition Obsolescence Problem Reports (OBPRs).
• Plan, coordinate, and resolve component obsolescence issues with suppliers and OEM partners.
• Drive engineering projects to address obsolescence gaps impacting sustaining products.
• Analyze part forecasts, historical consumption, and manufacturing demand to determine spare part requirements for new and existing product lines.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Suppliers, and Spares Analysts to support business objectives.
• Facilitate and execute Last Time Buy (LTB) and Bridge Buy (BB) strategies.
• Support customer communications, manufacturing teams, and field service organizations regarding obsolescence and product changes.
• Contribute to achieving operational performance metrics, including lead time reduction, cost optimization, and on-time delivery targets.
• Support senior Product Managers in strategic portfolio planning and lifecycle management initiatives.

Skills

PLC mapping

OBPR analysis

Obsolescence management

Stakeholder coordination

ERP systems (SAP)

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

SAP R/3

Quick Base

Job description

In your career, let’s prove what’s possible.

At Lam Research, we create equipmentthat drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.
Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.
The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.
Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they're inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

Date: Aug 18, 2026

Location: Bangalore, IN-Bangalore, IN

Worker Category: On-site Flex

The group you’ll be a part of

The Customer Support Business Group focuses on enabling our customers with premier customersupport throughout their lifecycle with Lam. We drive performance, productivity, safety, andquality of customers installed base performance and deliver service and lifecycle solutionsfor their most critical equipment and processes.

The impact you’ll make

As a Product Manager 2 within the Spares organization, you will support the management of Lam's spares portfolio supporting products which are End of manufacturing. You will partner with cross-functional stakeholders to drive Engineering projects, resolving customer escalations, sustaining product install base and ensure timely support for field failures.

What you’ll do

• Utilize Product Lifecycle (PLC) mapping and analytical tools to identify and execute programs required to manage the spares portfolio.
• Analyze, prioritize, and disposition Obsolescence Problem Reports (OBPRs).
• Plan, coordinate, and resolve component obsolescence issues with suppliers and OEM partners.
• Drive engineering projects to address obsolescence gaps impacting sustaining products.
• Analyze part forecasts, historical consumption, and manufacturing demand to determine spare part requirements for new and existing product lines.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Suppliers, and Spares Analysts to support business objectives.
• Facilitate and execute Last Time Buy (LTB) and Bridge Buy (BB) strategies.
• Support customer communications, manufacturing teams, and field service organizations regarding obsolescence and product changes.
• Contribute to achieving operational performance metrics, including lead time reduction, cost optimization, and on-time delivery targets.
• Support senior Product Managers in strategic portfolio planning and lifecycle management initiatives.

Who we’re looking for

• Understanding of Product Lifecycle Management processes and obsolescence management.
• Ability to perform part and assembly impact analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to evaluate business cases and financial impacts.
• Experience managing stakeholders across global teams.
• Knowledge of Engineering Change Management, Product Structuring, and Configuration Management.
• Ability to understand component attributes and system-level product interactions.
• Strong verbal, written, presentation, and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of SAP R/3 or equivalent ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Product Configuration, or Engineering Change Management.
• Experience working in manufacturing, supply chain, product management, semiconductor, or related technical environments.Experience in OEM component selection and qualification.
• Understanding of financial concepts such as Gross Margin and Return on Investment (ROI).
• Exposure to Quick Base development or administration.
• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing, material planning, and production control processes.
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams (Mechanical, Electrical, RF, Materials Science, etc.).
• Experience with project planning and tracking tools.

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.

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