Kinaxis Digital Transformation Lead

Lam Research Salzburg GmbH; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 137,000 - 287,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research in Fremont, CA is seeking a Digital Transformation Lead for Kinaxis-driven supply chain initiatives. You will architect and deploy Kinaxis modules, integrate with SAP ERP/SAP S/4, and collaborate across engineering, procurement and operations to align planning with product lifecycle and NPIs.

The role requires deep Kinaxis experience, strong change management, and the ability to drive center-of-excellence governance across global teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Computer Science, Math, Statistics, or related field; MBA or master’s preferred.
• 14+ years of proven experience in operations consulting and process digitalization and transformation in leading/fast growth companies.
• Experience in large-scale transformation implementations and leading teams in a matrix environment.
• Deep experience in Kinaxis and interfaces to SAP S/4 HANA, SAP ERP, PLM, MES, CRM.

Responsibilities

• Architect and lead Kinaxis deployments across modules including Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Optimization, Capacity & Factory Planning, Order Fulfillment, and S&OP.
• Model semiconductor-specific constraints such as long lead times and multi-stage BOMs.
• Drive change to implement optimized business processes across functions.
• Assist leadership in establishing center of excellence to deliver value through innovations.

Skills

Kinaxis

Data analytics

Change management

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Math, Statistics, or related field

MBA or master’s preferred

Tools

SAP ECC

S/4

ERP

MES

PLM

CRM

Talend

Data Fabric

SAP S/4 HANA

Job description

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

At Lam Research, we create equipment that 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.

Kinaxis Digital Transformation Lead

Date: Jul 11, 2026

Location: Fremont, CA, US, 94538

Worker Category: On-site Flex

The group you’ll be a part of

The Global Information Systems Group is dedicated to the success of Lam through providingbest-in-class and innovative information system solutions and services. Together, we supportusers globally with data, information, and systems to achieve their business objectives.

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. To put it simply, we build machines that make chips.

Our talented people are what make 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 co-create the highest quality outcomes.

The impact you’ll make

The Office of Digital Transformation at Lam Research is responsible for the creation of next generation business processes and accelerated adoption of technology across the company. The Digital Transformation, Sr. Mgr. DT Kinaxis - Advanced Supply Chain and Factory planning Lead is a unique opportunity to transform a market leading semiconductor company to scale for past and future growth at an unprecedented time in our industry.

What you’ll do

• Architect and lead Kinaxis deployments across modules including Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Optimization, Capacity & Factory Planning, Order Fulfillment, and S&OP
• Model semiconductor-specific constraints such as long lead times, multi-stage BOMs, and fab-to-assembly flows
• Planning implementations related to Engineer to Order and Configure to order business processes
• Integrate Kinaxis with ERP (SAP ECC & S/4 Parallel landscapes), MES, PLM, and CRM systems
• Enable scenario planning, control tower visibility, and predictive analytics for proactive decision-making
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and operations teams to align planning with product lifecycle and NPI
• Drive change to implement optimized business processes across different functions
• Assist the leadership in establishing the center of excellence to bring incremental values through innovations to the deployed digital transformation solutions
• Implementation of tools and AI to support and optimize various business functions across portfolio management, supply chain planning, factory and manufacturing optimizations products to spares as well as efficient cost tracking during product development
• Driving business transformation with departmental leaders, change management through employees, and enhanced future ready connected process and systems
• Be a cultural change agent in the company to drive transformation and continuous improvement and reimagine processes to streamline and drive efficiencies
• Develop digital tools to enable streamlined process and connectivity. Enable new business models to drive new revenue streams. Increase customer value through better outcomes
• Drive change to increase data accuracy through up front processes, governance, and closed loop accountability. Partner across the data team to strategize completion of design data objects, dependencies, and to drive business value through insights and decision making
• Advise leadership team on data and analytics value, opportunities, and strategy

Who we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Computer Science, Math, Statistics, or related field. MBA or master’s preferred but not required.
• Minimum 14+ years of proven experience in operations consulting, strong knowledge of operational processes, systems, and tools implementation experience, and improvement initiatives including experience in process digitalization and digital transformation in leading/fast growth companies
• Experience in Large scale transformation implementations and drive teams in a matrix team environment towards deliverables
• Drive innovation through center of excellence program in reaching organization transformation goals and beyond
• Deep experience in digital design tools including primary skill set on Kinaxis and interfaces using Talend and Data Fabric to SAP S/4 HANA, SAP ERP, PLM, MES, CRM connected business processes and applications
• Experience in upstream market analytics for new tools and process improvements for complex, high growth companies along with downstream impact on supply chain, planning, logistics, and finance. Order processing and customer service.
• Storyteller with an ability to drive organizational change management. Consistently shows exponential thinking and incremental execution. Understanding of best practices in the industry and application to real life
• Proficient knowledge of the systems implementation and product development life cycles. Deep understanding of cross functional business processes and connectivity. Demonstrates a growth mindset and has an eye to the art of the possible
• Influences and drives change by driving partnerships and alignment across the orgs. Deep experience in requirements to product design and commercialization.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in consulting firm
• Experience in high growth, complex companies

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.

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $137,000.00 - $287,000.00.

The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.

Our Perks and Benefits

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.

Nearest Major Market: San Francisco

Nearest Secondary Market: Oakland

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