Program Manager, Staff

LAM RESEARCH Corporation; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 3,500,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research Corporation in Bengaluru is seeking a seasoned Program/Project Manager to drive complex initiatives within Global Supply Chain. You will coordinate cross‑functional teams, manage scope, schedule, and budget, and ensure delivery on time and within budget.

The role requires 12+ years in supply chain or project management, strong leadership, analytical skills, and proven ability to influence stakeholders; PMP/CAPM or similar credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in project management or program management.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders.
• Advanced analytical skills to interpret data for decision support.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage key areas within the global supply chain operations focusing on problem solving and operational excellence.
• Drive standardization, governance, and scalability of supplier risk programs as volumes grow.
• Lead improvement initiatives across functions using program management principles.
• Develop project plans and lead activities from planning to implementation; track schedules and drive process improvements.
• Solve complex business problems and build solutions that improve operations and support business strategies.
• Collaborate with business groups to provide strategic inputs to prioritization, integration and resource allocation.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Advanced analytics

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

Job description

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

As a Program or Project Manager at Lam, you will play a pivotal role in driving projects/programs for [insert group or strategic initiative]. You’ll be at the forefront of project initiation through delivery, using your expertise to coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure project are completed on time and within budget.

In this role, you will directly contribute to Global Supply Chain

What you’ll do

• Manage key areas within the global supply chain operations that focus on problem solving and operational excellence
• Drive standardization, governance, and scalability of supplier risk program as volumes grow
• Drive organizational goals through improvement initiatives across functions by leveraging program management principles and desired strategy
• 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 Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field with 12+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 8+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of related experience in project management or program management
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders.
• Advanced analytical skills to interpret and utilize data for decision support.

Preferred qualifications

• Semiconductor industry or global supplier experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Relevant project management certifications such as PMP, CAPM, Scrum Master, or PRINCE2.

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.