Full-Time

Senior Program Manager – Supply Chain Lead

Posted on 10/30/2024

Western Digital

Western Digital

10,001+ employees

Provides data storage solutions and devices

Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software

Senior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

San Jose, CA, USA

Remote option available.

Category
Project Management
Operations & Logistics
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Supply Chain Management
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in business management or supply chain with demonstrated program management skills and financial acumen, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
  • Experience in supply chain management or program leadership roles.
  • Proven track record of managing complex supply chain projects from inception to completion.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills with a proven track record of driving results and managing cross-functional initiatives to meet goals and objectives.
  • Ability to hold others accountable to deliver on commitments and ensure program and performance risks are identified and properly mitigated.
  • Demonstrated program management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deliverables in a structured way to meet deliverables.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify areas for improvement.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Responsibilities
  • Manage supply chain strategic portfolio of projects that enhance operational efficiency and support organizational objectives.
  • Identify and drive the top 5 key global supply chain programs / projects from conception through implementation and project sustainability.
  • Lead cross-functional teams in the planning, execution, and monitoring of the strategic portfolio and top projects.
  • Measure and report on key project milestones to ensure deliverable commitments are met and risks mitigated.
  • Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure program success and drive continuous improvement.
  • Manage relationships with external vendors and internal partners to optimize supply chain strategic project portfolio performance.
  • Prepare and present reports on program status, challenges, and opportunities to senior leadership.
  • Lead the change management and implementation process to enhance financial & business performance.
  • Coach and mentor others to elevate program management skills.
  • Support VP with other key strategic deliverables and operational initiatives to drive results.

Western Digital provides a variety of data storage solutions, including Network Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Network (SAN), private cloud, and hyper-converged infrastructure. Their products are designed to help businesses manage and store data efficiently and reliably. For example, their all-flash arrays are optimized for high input/output applications, while the JetStor brand offers cost-effective NAS and SAN arrays that support multiple host ports for improved performance. What sets Western Digital apart from its competitors is its extensive experience in the data storage market and its ability to cater to a wide range of clients, from large corporations to small businesses. The company's goal is to deliver high-value storage solutions that meet the diverse needs of its customers, ensuring they have the tools necessary for effective data management.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$927.9M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2014

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for high-capacity storage driven by AI and data-intensive applications.
  • Expansion in gaming industry boosts demand for advanced storage solutions.
  • Investor confidence suggests high returns for Western Digital stock in 2024.

What critics are saying

  • Seagate's HAMR technology may surpass Western Digital's ePMR advancements.
  • Market saturation in high-capacity HDDs with competitors like Toshiba advancing.
  • Rapid SSD and NVMe advancements could outpace Western Digital's offerings.

What makes Western Digital unique

  • Western Digital leads with 32TB HDDs using ePMR technology.
  • The company offers diverse storage solutions, including NAS, SAN, and private cloud.
  • Western Digital's SanDisk and WD_BLACK brands target gamers and professionals.

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Benefits

Paid sick leave & vacation time

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life, accident, & disability insurance

Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan

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