NPI Operations Program Manager

Sandisk • Milpitas, CA

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About The Position

The Product Owner / POM Team Leader is responsible for driving operational readiness, product lifecycle management, and cross‑functional coordination for multiple products. This role leads a cross‑functional POM team, represents Operations in Product Line Core Teams and Product Development Teams, and ensures successful development, qualification, and manufacturing ramp‑up of new and existing products.

Requirements

• 1-5+ years of experience in operations management, program management, or new product introduction
• Proven track record managing complex, cross-functional NPI programs from initiation through market launch
• Strong project management skills with proficiency in planning, scheduling, and resource management
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience coordinating with supply chain, manufacturing, and quality functions
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in matrix organizational structures
• Demonstrates strong analytical and presentation skills, with solid knowledge of semiconductor industry NPI processes, supply chain operations, and cross‑functional activities.
• Highly proficient in data analysis, communication, and delivering clear, impactful presentations in dynamic environments.
• Experienced in collaborating with multinational teams and capable of working independently with stakeholders at all levels and across diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Exhibits exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multitask effectively.
• Skilled at challenging existing processes constructively, proposing solutions, and driving implementation of new workflows.
• Proficient with MS Excel, MS Project, Agile systems, and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross‑functional POM team and serve as the primary Operations representative throughout the product lifecycle.
• Make decisions and commitments on behalf of Operations in Product Line Core Team (PLCT) and Product Development Team (PDT) meetings.
• Develop, manage, and execute qualification plans, including engineering samples and qualification builds.
• Partner with Supply Chain Planning, Procurement, Sales Operations, and Factory teams to support product development and manufacturing ramp‑up.
• Ensure Low Volume Manufacturing (LVM) and production readiness across key operational functions.
• Oversee Bill of Materials (BOM) accuracy and SKU management requirements.
• Maintain and update internal systems to reflect NPI/engineering demand, assembly instructions, build requirements, and engineering sample plans.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to advance operational modeling, automation, and cost‑reduction opportunities.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects and collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and external partners.

Benefits

• You will be eligible to participate in Sandisk's Short-Term Incentive (STI) Plan, which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance.
• Depending on your role and your performance, you may be eligible to participate in our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, which consists of restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents, pursuant to the terms of the LTI plan.
• RSU awards are also available to eligible new hires, subject to Sandisk's Standard Terms and Conditions for Restricted Stock Unit Awards.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including 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; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program, employee stock purchase plan, and the Sandisk's Savings 401(k) Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed