Leader, Semiconductor NPI SCPM and Ramp Planning

Cisco•San Jose, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Semiconductor NPI & Ramp Planning team serves as the operational quarterback for new product introductions, ensuring alignment across Product Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and external partners. We are accountable for planning and execution across the entire pre-production lifecycle, from initial prototype builds post-tapeout through EVT, DVT, pilot, and initial production ramp. Our high-performing Supply Chain Program Managers (SCPMs) own product execution from Execute Commit through Production Launch and Ramp Stabilization. We drive predictable execution in a fast-paced technology environment, managing complex programs and influencing across organizational boundaries. By leading supply chain program management, prototype execution, and silicon operations, we enable predictable launches and ensure a seamless transition into sustaining operations.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree
5-10+ years of supervisory experience in a people leader role.
Demonstrated success leading complex product introductions and manufacturing ramps in the semiconductor industry.
Experience managing supply chain execution across global suppliers, contract manufacturers, and technology partners.
Deep understanding of the semiconductor supply chain with direct experience in foundry operations, wafer starts, silicon qualification, and OSAT.
Strong knowledge of supply planning, capacity planning, demand planning, inventory management, and S&OP processes.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP, MRP, and planning systems.
APICS/ASCM certification or comparable credentials.
Strong executive communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
Proven people leadership ability to foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, urgency, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Supply Chain Program Managers responsible for product execution from Executive Commit through production launch.
Establish organizational priorities, operating mechanisms, and performance expectations that drive accountability and execution excellence.
Translate executive business commitments into actionable supply chain, manufacturing, and program execution plans.
Drive cross-functional leadership and alignment across Product Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Operations, Finance, and Quality organizations.
Lead supply chain planning for engineering builds.
Manage semiconductor operations and foundry management relationships.
Oversee prototype silicon execution through foundries and OSAT partners.
Develop and execute supply chain ramp strategies.
Drive risk management and mitigation.
Establish scalable New Product Introduction (NPI) and ramp planning processes that improve launch predictability and operational excellence.

Benefits

medical, dental and vision insurance
a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year (for non-exempt employees)
flexible vacation time off program (for exempt employees)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
annual bonuses (for non-sales roles)
performance-based incentive pay (for sales roles)