Sr. Program Manager

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THE ROLE:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sr. Program Manager to join our Operations team. This role is pivotal in driving cross-functional business programs with a strong focus on finance, planning, and operational execution

THE PERSON:

The Sr. Program Manager will partner closely with Finance, Operations, and Business Unit leaders-acting as a bridge across organizations to align strategic initiatives, collaboratively define program scoping, optimize processes, and deliver results that enable AMD to scale effectively and achieve its business objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Project Scoping & Alignment

• Collaborate with Business Units and internal teams to coordinate project scoping, objectives, success criteria, resource needs, and timelines.
• Ensure projects are aligned with AMD's financial, operational, and strategic goals.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate trade-offs, prioritize initiatives, and establish clear deliverables.
• Translate high-level strategies into actionable programs with measurable outcomes.

Program Management & Execution

• Lead cross-functional programs with an emphasis on financial planning, cost management, and operational efficiency.
• Partner with Finance, Operations, and Business Unit leadership to align business goals, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Drive internal cross-collaboration across multiple functions-including Finance, Operations, Engineering, HR, IT, and Business Units-to ensure seamless accounting of project costs.
• Develop frameworks, dashboards, and governance models to ensure transparency and accountability across programs.
• Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks, escalating issues and driving resolution across stakeholder groups.
• Facilitate quarterly and annual planning processes, ensuring alignment of financial forecasts with operational strategies.
• Prepare executive-level presentations, reports, and recommendations for leadership decision-making.
• Mentor and guide junior program managers, helping to establish best practices and strengthen AMD's Program Management culture.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Strong experience in program or project management, with strong exposure to finance and operations in high-tech, semiconductor, or related industries.
• Proven ability to scope, plan, and deliver complex programs through collaboration with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
• Semiconductor experience / knowledge -plus
• Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills with a proven ability to influence across organizations.
• Expertise in program management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches).
• Proficiency with program and financial management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, SAP, or similar).

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Operations, or Engineering; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

LOCATION: Austin, TX ( Open to other AMD locations)

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