Business Planning Specialist at Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

George Town, Penang, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Analysis, Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Revenue Management, Supply Chain Analytics, Process Improvement, Data Validation, Reporting, Tableau, Power BI, SQL, Salesforce, SAP, Oracle, Python, Communication

Industry

Semiconductor Manufacturing

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: We are building a new team in Penang, Malaysia to support our Revenue Management team. You will play a critical role in ensuring our revenue attainment engine runs smoothly by owning the data accumulation, preparation and calculation, and reporting processes that power revenue attainment forecasts, consumption reporting, and supply & demand planning. The role will also be involved in various key projects/initiatives associated with process improvements. This is a high-impact, detail-oriented role where accuracy and timeliness are essential. You will work closely with the US-based team who focus on risk analysis, strategic insights, and executive reporting — and your work will be the foundation they build on every day. Opportunity to be a founding member of a new team with high visibility and growth potential Exposure to end-to-end forecasting processes across revenue, consumption, and supply/demand Collaboration with experienced US-based analysts and leadership Career development in forecasting, analytics, and business operations A fast-paced, data-driven environment where your work directly impacts business decisions THE PERSON: You thrive on working with data and take pride in getting the details right. You're organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple recurring deliverables with tight deadlines. You enjoy building efficient processes and are not afraid to flag issues early. You communicate clearly across time zones and cultures, and you're excited about joining a new team where you can shape how things are done from day one. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure accurate consolidation, validation, and reconciliation of forecast, actuals, and pipeline data from multiple systems and sources on a daily, weekly, and monthly cadence. Prepare, refresh, and maintain all recurring forecast models, templates, workbooks, and dashboards, ensuring timely updates and alignment with established processes. Proactively drive for continuous improvement in forecasting and reporting processes, identifying automation opportunities and streamlining communications across teams Ensure alignment with Finance, Sales, and Operations teams on all data, transactions, and reporting associated with attainment, consumption, and supply & demand forecasts Compile demand signals, historical trends, and supply data to support the demand forecasting and allocation process as directed by the US team Track and update actuals vs. forecast comparisons each cycle and support forecast accuracy tracking by compiling historical forecast-vs-actual data Participate in and support process improvement projects Document all data prep workflows, standard operating procedures, process steps, and systems used. Proactively learn and develop a deep understanding of the end-to-end attainment process and ramp up on all internal systems, tools, and platforms used by the forecasting team (e.g., CRM, ERP, BI tools, internal databases, and proprietary forecasting applications) REQUIRED EXPERIENCE 2+ years of experience in data-heavy operations, analytics, or business support role Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, complex formulas, data validation, macros are a plus) Experience working with large datasets and multiple data sources Strong attention to detail and a track record of producing accurate, error-free work Ability to work partially overlapping hours with US time zones (specifically Central) Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Experience with BI tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar Familiarity with SQL or other data query languages Experience with CRM or ERP systems (e.g., Salesforce, SAP, Oracle) Prior experience in forecasting, revenue operations, sales operations, or supply chain analytics Experience working in a global team with US-based colleagues Proficiency in Python, SQL, R, or other scripting languages for data automation ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, Statistics, or a related field LOCATION: Penang, Malaysia #LI-SJ1 #LI-Hybrid 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.

Responsibilities

The specialist will manage data accumulation, preparation, and reporting processes to support revenue attainment, consumption, and supply/demand forecasting. They will also drive process improvements and collaborate with US-based teams to ensure data accuracy and alignment across finance and operations.