Program/Project Manager 2

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.

Bangalore, IN-Bangalore, IN

[Project Management Office][Business Operations][Global Planning & Operations][Operations]

As a Program Manager within Global Planning & Operations (GP&O), you will lead strategic initiatives that improve organizational performance, enhance operational effectiveness, and support the scalable growth of Lam's global business. You will partner across Planning, Order Execution, Pilot, Engineering Services, Supply Chain and other organizations to identify performance gaps, standardize business processes, and drive sustainable improvements. Through data-driven analysis, cross-functional leadership, and disciplined execution, you will enable measurable business outcomes including improved operational performance, reduced waste, accelerated decision-making, and increased organizational efficiency.

Business Performance Management: Evaluate organizational performance against strategic objectives, identify gaps, risks, and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations to leadership.

Program Leadership: Lead complex, cross-functional initiatives from concept through implementation that improve GP&O effectiveness and business results.

Operational Excellence: Drive continuous improvement efforts focused on process simplification, standardization, waste reduction, and scalability across global operations.

Process Governance: Establish and maintain standardized business processes, performance metrics, and operating mechanisms to ensure consistent execution across regions and functions.

Data & Analytics: Leverage operational data, analytics tools, and business insights to identify root causes, measure performance, and support fact-based decision making.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with stakeholders across GP&O and related organizations to align priorities, resolve issues, and drive organizational objectives.

Risk & Issue Management: Identify operational risks, escalate critical issues, and lead structured problem-solving activities to achieve timely resolution.

Executive Communications: Develop concise executive-level reporting, business reviews, presentations, and recommendations that enable informed leadership decisions.

Change Leadership: Influence adoption of new processes, tools, and ways of working that improve organizational performance and operational discipline.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field with 2+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with no previous professional experience; or equivalent experience

2+ years of related experience in project management or program management

Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders.

Analytical skills to interpret and utilize data for decision support.

Familiarity with Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process & slotting processes is a plus.

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.

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