Sr. Manager, Global Pilot Order Execution

Lam Research•Tualatin, OR

40d

About The Position

As the Sr. Program Manager of Global Pilot Order Execution, you will manage the end-to-end execution of pilot orders across the global manufacturing network. You will ensure disciplined execution that meets customer needs and enables rapid, predictable transitions to volume production. The role drives a globally standardized operating model, aligns pilot execution with High Volume Manufacturing (HVM) requirements, and partners across Supply Chain, Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Product Management, and Customer Operations to ensure successful pilot outcomes. The position is accountable for global execution predictability, risk management, operational readiness, and continuous improvement from pilot through production ramp. Global Planning & Operations (GP&O) connects end-to-end planning, order management, and execution to deliver products to customers with speed, quality, and predictability. It brings planning, inventory, order management, and order execution capabilities together in a unified global operating model that supports operational excellence and scalable growth across Lam’s factory network.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive experience in order fulfillment, supply chain, or operations roles within a global, matrixed environment.
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams to deliver operational excellence and customer outcomes at scale.
Strong problem-solving capability and experience driving structured root-cause methodologies, such as 8D.
Deep understanding of NPI manufacturing operations and end-to-end order execution processes.
Excellent executive communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
Proven ability to operate under pressure and manage high-impact, time-sensitive issues.

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree.
Experience in semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or similarly complex global industries.
Experience leading transformation initiatives and building scalable operating models.
Track record of improving customer delivery performance and operational efficiency.
Strong data-driven decision-making and performance management capability.

Responsibilities

Establish and drive a globally standardized pilot order execution framework across all manufacturing sites.
Ensure pilot plans are aligned with customer commitments, product readiness, and manufacturing capability.
Capture and institutionalize lessons learned from pilot programs.
Partner with Global Operations Global Pilot roles in Manufacturing, Planning, and Supply Chain to drive cross-functional alignment and faster issue resolution.
Drive execution excellence through ownership of Pilot Order KPI performance.
Identify systemic issues and drive continuous improvement to enhance customer delivery experience and operational efficiency.
Build and scale organizational capability, fostering a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative culture.