Principal Engineer – Program Management, Supply Chain Transformation

Sandisk • Milpitas, CA

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Engineer – Program Management, Supply Chain Transformation to lead mid-to-large scale digital and AI-driven transformation initiatives across our global supply chain. This role will orchestrate complex cross-functional programs, manage senior executive stakeholders, and ensure the successful delivery of long-duration, high-impact initiatives across planning, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and sales operations. The ideal candidate brings deep program management expertise, strong supply chain domain knowledge, hands-on experience with advanced planning tools (e.g., Blue Yonder ESP), and a solid technical foundation including SQL, Python, BI tools, and AI/ML concepts. Experience partnering with data science or AI engineering teams to operationalize decision-support models is a strong plus.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in supply chain program/project management in high-tech or manufacturing.
• Proven ability to deliver large-scale digital transformation programs.
• Strong understanding of global supply chain planning and execution processes.
• Hands-on experience with advanced planning systems (Blue Yonder, SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis).
• Strong technical skills in SQL, Python, Power BI/Tableau, and Advanced Excel.
• Excellent communication, executive presence, and cross-functional leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with GenAI or AI/ML-driven decision support systems (forecasting, MEIO, optimization, anomaly detection, intelligent workflows).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and data engineering best practices.
• Exposure to project & product management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Aha!, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver end-to-end supply chain transformation programs
• Deliver mid-to-long duration programs on time and within scope, with measurable business outcomes.
• Own program scoping, governance, execution, risk, dependency management, and change control.
• Work closely with Supply Planning, Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, Sales, Business Units, Finance, IT, and Data/AI teams.
• Translate business requirements into executable program roadmaps and solution architectures.
• Engage senior executives, drive decision-making, and ensure strategic alignment across global functions.
• Facilitate workshops, requirement sessions, and cross-organizational working groups.
• Demonstrate deep expertise with advanced planning platforms (e.g., Blue Yonder ESP, SAP APO/IBP, Kinaxis, Oracle SCP).
• Partner with IT and product teams to define system integration, data flows, and optimization strategies.
• Analyze large datasets using SQL, Python, and analytics platforms to support insights, scenario modeling, and program decisions.
• Leverage Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools to build executive dashboards and operational visuals.
• Apply AI/ML literacy to: Interpret model outputs from forecasting, optimization, or anomaly-detection models.
• Collaborate with data science teams to integrate machine learning into supply chain workflows.
• Assess feasibility, risks, and business impact of AI-driven decision systems.
• Use advanced Excel for modeling, simulation, and reporting.
• Create impactful PowerPoint presentations for executive audiences.
• Identify and drive process simplification, standardization, and automation opportunities.
• Ensure digital solutions support scalability, agility, and long-term architectural alignment.

Benefits

• Short-Term Incentive (STI) Plan
• Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program (restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents)
• RSU awards for eligible new hires
• Paid vacation time
• Paid sick leave
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Life, accident and disability insurance
• Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Supplemental life and AD&D
• Legal plan
• Pet insurance
• Critical illness
• Accident and hospital indemnity
• Tuition reimbursement
• Transit
• Applause Program
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Sandisk's Savings 401(k) Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal