Manager of NPI Planning
About The Position
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 The Manager of NPI Planning plays a critical leadership role in bringing AMD’s next generation of products to market. You will lead global NPI planning activities that support board assembly and system integration, partnering closely with internal business teams, supply chain organizations, IT, and external manufacturing partners. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence product launch success from concept through volume production, driving operational excellence, improving processes, and enabling timely, high‑quality product introductions in a fast‑paced, innovative environment. THE PERSON You are a proactive, strategic leader who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys solving complex planning challenges. You bring strong communication skills, confidence working across global teams, and the ability to balance big‑picture strategy with detailed execution. You are comfortable making data‑driven decisions, driving accountability, and influencing stakeholders at all levels while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Leadership experience managing planning, program, or project management teams
- Strong understanding of NPI supply chain processes, including procurement, planning, materials management, and logistics
- Experience solving complex supply and demand challenges in electronics manufacturing environments
- Working knowledge of electronics manufacturing operations such as IQC, SMT, PTH, assembly, testing, and packaging
- Experience supporting systems integration and working with contract manufacturing partners
- Strong analytical skills with experience using material planning techniques and operational KPIs
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and planning or enterprise systems
Responsibilities
- Lead end‑to‑end NPI planning schedules and deliverables to ensure successful, on‑time product launches
- Oversee build plan execution for proof‑of‑concept and engineering builds, identifying risks and driving mitigation plans early
- Serve as the primary escalation point for NPI readiness issues, partnering with stakeholders to resolve blockers quickly
- Collaborate closely with business units, supply chain partners, and contract manufacturers to align priorities and timelines
- Drive process improvements, develop operational dashboards, and track KPIs against annual objectives
- Manage NPI cost analysis, identify cost‑reduction opportunities, and partner with suppliers on improvement initiatives
- Oversee cross‑charging for NPI services and monitor capacity planning across partner manufacturing sites
- Lead excess and obsolete inventory programs and coordinate material movements between sites as needed
- Provide regular, clear updates to leadership on planning, supply risks, and readiness status
- Partner with IT teams to drive adoption of new tools, technologies, and best practices that support NPI execution
Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
