Rack Expansion Program Manager

AMD; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead cross-functional projects from planning through ramp and launch. You will coordinate schedules, manage supplier capacity, and drive deliverables with a sense of urgency in a dynamic environment.

The role requires a strong semiconductor background, problem‑solving ability, and proficiency with standard analytics tools. This position emphasizes close collaboration across engineering, operations and business teams to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, supply chain management, business, or a related field.
• Solid background working in the semiconductor field.
• Experience in program/project management within cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Defines, plans and drives projects and schedules based on product timelines and supplier capacities.
• Applies project management principles to small to large projects.
• Collaborates with engineering and business teams to enable capacity and drive product output.
• Focuses on meeting planning goals with attention to detail and process improvement.
• Identifies risks and develops corrective actions across the project lifecycle.
• Works with extended and execution teams to escalate and resolve issues.

Skills

Program management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, supply chain management, business, or a related field

Tools

MS Office

MS Excel

MS Power BI

Job description

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. ADVANCE THE WORLD. At AMD, we believe technology can change lives for the better. It can heal us, entertain us, and make us more connected, productive, and understanding of the world around us. And we’re looking for talent who feel the same: people who want to leave the planet better than they found it, those who don’t shy away from humanity’s challenges but are determined to help solve them.

At AMD, we believe technology can change lives for the better. It can heal us, entertain us, and make us more connected, productive, and understanding of the world around us. And we’re looking for talent who feel the same: people who want to leave the planet better than they found it, those who don’t shy away from humanity’s challenges but are determined to help solve them.

AMD is powering the next generation of supercomputing, high-performance computing, cloud, and AI. Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or creating go-to-market plans, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger — technology that moves the world forward.

The Role

We are in search of an experienced program manager with strong analytical, problem‑solving and risk management skills. Ability to work efficiently and manage effective relationships in a cross‑functional organization to meet commitments for successful product launches. Must be self‑directed and work in complex and dynamic ecosystems.

The Person

As a Program Manager you will partner with our cross functional teams to manage project schedules and balance supply. Drive AMD component solution deliverables and alignment with product platforms to ensure highest level internal stakeholder satisfaction throughout ramp and launch of these products. Possess the sense of urgency to proactively implement creative but effective solutions with agility to timely deliver above and beyond expectations, especially on cross functional related issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Defines, plans and drives projects and qualification scheduled based on product timelines and supplier capacities and capabilities
• Possesses a thorough knowledge of the principles of project management and can apply them effectively on small to large-sized projects
• In addition, you will be working with engineering and suppliers on expected capacity enablement, working with the business teams on priority setting, qual requests, and product output to improve supply.
• Your attention to detail and dedication to meet planning goals will be essential in this team.
• The Global Operations team is constantly driving process improvement. You will provide suggestions to align capability and capacity footprint, including tools and reports. We, as a team, aspire to move the needle and make a difference.
• Identify action or mitigation plans for issues or risks that arise during the project lifecycle
• Collaborates with extended teams and execution teams to identify areas that require special attention or escalations to identify corrective actions

Preferred Experience

• Solid background working in the semiconductor field
• Detailed oriented, self-driven with a strong sense of pride and ownership.
• Collaborate in problem solving and mitigating risks- both internal and external
  • Global Operations Management
  • Engineering Program/Project Management
  • Business Units
  • Supplier/Partners
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, interpersonal, presentation, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build relationships and work effectively as a self-starter and as part of a team
• Proactively involve team members in planning, decision-making and execution efforts
• Horizontal leadership/Matrix management experience
• Proficiency in using standard analytics tools (MS Office, MS Excel, MS Power BI, etc.)

Academic Credentials

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, supply chain management, business, or a related field

LOCATION

• Austin, TX

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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.

AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.