Manager 2, Program Management Engineering at Sandisk

Batu Kawan, Penang, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

NPI Builds, POM, eSSD/cSSD Products, Cross-functional Teams, Ramp-up Plans, Post-mortem Analyses, Phase Reviews, HVM, LPR, Data Gathering, Program Status Updates, Manufacturing Processes, Project Management Tools, Stakeholder Management, Data-Driven Approach, Time Management

Industry

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape. Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality. Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward. Job Description ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead all NPI builds and commit schedules to POM. Manage the smooth transition of eSSD/cSSD products from development to the production environment. Plan and oversee NPI cross-functional teams, managing resources, timelines, and tasks to meet critical product development milestones aligned with program goals. Develop ramp-up plans for new products and lead NPI Builds and post-mortem analyses. Supervise readiness activities, prioritize and communicate key deliverables, and resolve technical, resource, and cross-functional issues to support business objectives. Facilitate phase reviews against gating criteria (e.g., design to HVM) including target yields, test time/UPH, Cpk, DPPM, capacity, and materials readiness. Oversee the transition of NPI activities to the sustaining Core Team, with official hand-off upon LPR (Launch Production Readiness). Gather data from stakeholders and present program status updates and review summaries (e.g., E2E Product Dashboard) to departmental and corporate stakeholders to support strategic, data-driven decision-making. Strong knowledge of overall manufacturing processes. Proven experience in New Product Introduction (NPI). Qualifications REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in Program Management, Engineering, Business, or related field 5+ years of experience in program or project management, preferably in hardware or product development Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams through product development lifecycle Strong knowledge of NPI processes, from concept through production ramp Proven ability to manage end-to-end product development, from concept through prototyping, validation product lifecycle and production ramp Proficiency in using project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet) Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and interact with senior leadership PREFERRED: PMP or equivalent project management certification Experience working with manufacturing and supply chain partners in a global environment Familiarity with Agile or hybrid development methodologies SKILLS: Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making Proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and shifting priorities High attention to detail, with strong organizational and time management skills Comfortable working in fast-paced and ambiguous environments Strong leadership and team collaboration skills, with the ability to drive alignment and ensure cross-functional project success Exceptional presentation skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels Able to maintain focus on both high-level program goals and detailed execution plans Additional Information Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution. Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying. NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: Sandisk has received reports of scams where a payment is requested on Sandisk’s behalf as a condition for receiving an offer of employment. Please be aware that Sandisk and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Sandisk Ethics Helpline or email [email protected]. Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below Business Function: Program Management Engineering Work Location: Penang SDSM Office--LOC_SNDK_Seberang Perai Office

Responsibilities

This role involves leading all New Product Introduction (NPI) builds, managing schedules to POM, and overseeing the smooth transition of eSSD/cSSD products from development into the production environment. The manager will plan and oversee cross-functional teams, manage resources and timelines, develop ramp-up plans, and facilitate phase reviews against gating criteria.