Program Manager - PCBA Operations

Advanced Micro Devices; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in Penang is seeking a Program Manager to oversee multiple related projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines, and mitigate risks. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or project management. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for success in this role, which offers a collaborative environment and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

AMD benefits at a glance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or product development.
• 2+ years of experience in project management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage SKU set up/product lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with engineers on new product development.
• Identify and mitigate risks to product launch.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Time Management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration/engineering/supply chain operations

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Job description

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences— from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond.

Together, we advance your career.

THE ROLE:

Program Manager overseas multiple related projects/functions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Opportunity to coordinate cross functional teams, manage cost and timelines, identify risk and mitigate them. Deliver cohesive outcomes by ensuring collaboration and ensure successful program execution from planning through completion.

THE PERSON:

• Communication—clear and effective collaboration across all levels.
• Problem Solving—addressing challenges with creativity and logic.
• Time Management—prioritizing task efficiently.
• Adaptability—staying flexing in changing environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage SKU (OPN)set up /product lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians in the development and launch of new products.
• Develop and execute plans for customized SKU product manufacturing, testing.
• Include the labeling spec, SW revision, Hardware changes.
• Reconfigure capabilities, test station maintenance, daily operation issues.
• Manage deployment of SW changes and system maintenance.
• Manage reconfigure process, quality, RMA request, initial FA analysis.
• Communicate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and coordination.
• Identify and mitigate risks to product launch and production fulfillment.
• Track and report on project progress.
• Drive components clear to build and escalation to close the gaps.
• Identifying area of improvement in term of process and reporting.
• Work with AMD control suppliers, eg, PCB, Mechanical, Memory, ASIC SOC Team on forecast planning, fulfillment and allocation split.
• Manages CM E&O and work with Business Unit Team on the exposure and fund for scrap.
• Validating CM consignment cycle count reconciliation and work with internal stakeholder for approval and SAP adjustment.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or product development.
• 2+ years of experience in project management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge in SAP added advantage.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Preferred bachelor degree business administration/engineering/supply chain operations.

LOCATION:

Penang, Malaysia

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.