Director, ATTP Inventory & Central NPM

Micron Technology, Inc; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc in Singapore seeks a Director of Central NPM & Inventory Control to lead global Assembly & Test NPM execution, inventory governance, and planning transformation. You will drive end-to-end NPI, optimize cycle times, and ensure reliable customer commitments across a distributed organization.

The role partners with Product Development, SCP, Manufacturing and Finance to improve inventory turns, drive CT reduction, and deliver strategic planning automation using AI-enabled

Job description

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.Join an inclusive team passionate about one thing: using their expertise in the relentless pursuit of innovation for customers and partners. The solutions we build help make everything from virtual reality experiences to breakthroughs in neural networks possible. We do it all while committing to integrity, sustainability, and giving back to our communities. Because doing so can fuel the very innovation we are pursuing.Position SummaryThe Director of Central NPM & Inventory Control is responsible for leading Micron's global Assembly & Test New Product Management (NPM) execution and inventory governance across the network. This leader drives end-to-end NPI execution excellence, inventory health, build commitment reliability, cycle time optimization, and planning transformation initiatives.The role serves as the critical bridge between Product Development Teams (PDT), Supply Chain Planning (SCP), Site NPM organizations, Manufacturing, and Business Units to ensure successful NPI execution, predictable customer commitments, efficient inventory utilization, and scalable planning processes.The Director will lead a globally distributed team responsible for:Central New Product Management (NPM) governanceBuild Plan Commit managementDemand line fulfillmentModel Cycle Time(CT) governanceWIP and execution managementInventory X controlNPI to HVM transition readinessPlanning process transformation and automationAI/System-enabled planning maturityKey Responsibilities1. Lead Global Central NPM OrganizationBe responsible for the Central NPM operating model.Drive consistency across MSB, MTB, MMY, MXA, MMP and future sites.Establish governance, benchmark reviews, processes for handling blocking issues and operating cadence.Develop planning talent and leadership bench strength.Create a high-performance culture focused on execution excellence.2. Drive End-to-End New Product Introduction (NPI) ExecutionEnsure NPI build plans are executable and aligned with customer commitments.Lead network-wide NPI execution reviews.Manage critical issues impacting sample delivery and qualification timelines.Partner with Product Development and Business Units to mitigate execution risks.Improve NPI OTD, MAD stability, and commit accuracy.Relevant scope includes:MAD backlog reviewBuild Plan CommitSample Execution Meeting (SEM)Demand Line ClosureNPI-to-HVM transition3. Own Inventory Health & Inventory Control StrategyBuild and implement global inventory governance.Drive reduction of Inventory X, aged inventory, excess inventory, and unmanaged WIP.Improve inventory visibility across assembly, test, module, component banks, and logistics flows.Partner with Finance and Manufacturing to improve inventory turns and working capital performance.Important measurements include:InventoryAging WIPUnconsumed inventoryExcess inventoryInventory disposition effectiveness4. Improve Cycle Time and ThroughputOwn Model CT governance.Drive CT reduction initiatives across the network.Improve loading predictability and demand fulfillment.Optimize WIP movement and execution visibility.Main performance indicators:Cycle Time X-factor (CTx) performanceNPI cycle timeHot-lot cycle timeSchedule attainmentLoading linearity5. Lead Planning TransformationPartner with SCP, Digital Supply Chain, and Operations.Drive automation of manual planning activities.Enable system-based planning capabilities.Advance AI-assisted planning, risk detection, and inventory analytics.Examples:New Product Planning (NPP) adoptionSupply Planning Optimization (SPO) integrationMaterials Available Date (MAD) automationAI risk alertsWIP automationBuildable Bits improvement6. Executive Collaborator ManagementServe as primary planning interface for:Business UnitsPDTManufacturingFinanceSupply Chain PlanningGlobal Operations LeadershipProvide executive-level recommendations during supply disruptions, capacity constraints, and NPI escalation situations.Success Metrics (targets)Business PerformanceNew Product Introduction(NPI) On time Delivery (OTD)Materials Available Date(MAD) No-Pushout %Commit Date StabilityDemand Line Closure RateNPI-to-HVM ReadinessInventory PerformanceOverall Day Inventory (DIO) for Assemble & Test (AT)Inventory ReductionAging Inventory ReductionExcess Inventory ReductionInventory Turns ImprovementOperational PerformanceCycle Time ReductionWIP AccuracySchedule AdherenceLoading LinearityOrganizational PerformanceTeam EngagementTalent DevelopmentSuccession PlanningTransformation Program DeliveryRequirements :Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in:Industrial EngineeringSupply ChainOperations ManagementManufacturing EngineeringBusinessPreferred:MBA / EMBAMaster's degree in Supply Chain or Operations15+ years in: Semiconductor operations, Supply chain planning, Manufacturing planning & New Product Introduction(NPI) management5+ years leading global teams.Experience in Assembly & Test operations.Experience with NPI/sample operations.Experience leading large-scale planning transformation projects.Experience with inventory optimization and working-capital management.Critical CompetenciesLeadershipExecutive presenceChange leadershipOrganization buildingTalent developmentCross-cultural leadershipBusiness AcumenCustomer commitment managementSupply-demand balancingFinancial understanding of inventory and working capitalRisk managementOperational ExcellenceNPI executionInventory controlCycle time managementFactory operationsCapacity planningTechnical / SystemsSAPAdvanced planning systems (SPO)Data analyticsPower BI/TableauAI-enabled planning toolsAbout Micron Technology, Inc.We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich life for all. With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron and Crucial brands. Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence and 5G applications that unleash opportunities — from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience.To learn more, please visit micron.com/careersAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact [e-mail] Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. 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