Director, NAND Strategy & Planning
About The Position
We’re in an unbelievably exciting area of tech and are fundamentally reshaping the data storage industry. Here, you lead with innovative thinking, grow along with us, and join the smartest team in the industry. This type of work—work that changes the world—is what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us. THE ROLE As the Director of NAND Strategy & Planning, you will assist in architecting Pure’s long-term flash memory roadmap, ensuring our technology remains at the forefront of the industry. You will transform complex market intelligence into high-impact sourcing and investment strategies, directly influencing multi-year business outcomes and product architecture. By collaborating closely with Engineering, Finance, and Executive leadership, you will navigate volatile global markets to secure a competitive advantage and drive sustainable growth for the enterprise.
Requirements
- Deep Domain Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of the NAND flash ecosystem, including supplier economics, semiconductor manufacturing cycles, and memory technology transitions.
- Strategic & Financial Acumen: Proven ability to build complex market models and investment analyses that drive multi-million dollar business decisions.
- Influence & Leadership: Demonstrated success leading through influence in ambiguous, high-stakes environments and the ability to build consensus across technical and commercial teams.
- Executive Communication: Mastery in distilling complex technical and market concepts into clear, persuasive narratives for C-suite audiences.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Market Leadership: Lead the development of Pure’s enterprise NAND strategy by analyzing supply/demand dynamics, technology node transitions, and geopolitical risks to guide executive-level decision-making.
- Executive Influence & Communication: Translate intricate market data and financial modeling into actionable executive briefings, serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on risk mitigation and investment trade-offs.
- Cross-Functional Product Alignment: Partner with Engineering and Product teams to synchronize NAND sourcing with product roadmaps, ensuring technical specifications meet both hyperscale demand and market availability.
- Supplier Ecosystem Optimization: Shape supplier selection and diversification strategies by evaluating global investment plans and manufacturing capabilities to optimize Pure's leverage and supply continuity.
- Advanced Strategic Modeling: Design and own sophisticated forecasting tools and KPIs to assess pricing exposure and inventory strategy, allowing the business to pivot effectively as market conditions evolve.
Benefits
- Pure Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge and aspire to be trailblazers.
- Pure Growth: We give you the space and support to grow along with us and to contribute to something meaningful. We have been Named Fortune's Best Large Workplaces in the Bay Area™, Fortune's Best Workplaces for Millennials™ and certified as a Great Place to Work®!
- Pure Team: We build each other up and set aside ego for the greater good.
- And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources and company-sponsored team events. Check out purebenefits.com for more information.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
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