Lam Research

Principal Program Manager, Global Operations AI

Lam Research$137K — $287K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field with significant experience (15+ or 12+ years respectively).
  • Proven experience leading enterprise scale portfolios with technology and business transformation components.
  • Strong skills in program and portfolio management, particularly in governance and executive reporting.
  • Experience collaborating with Finance on budget management and ROI tracking.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management and communication abilities, especially with senior executives.
  • Ability to bring clarity and structure to complex, fast-paced projects.
  • Preferred experience in semiconductor or global operations.

Responsibilities

  • Own and manage the integrated AI portfolio for Global Operations.
  • Establish and oversee standardized processes for project intake and prioritization.
  • Maintain visibility into portfolio status, risks, and resource alignment.
  • Drive disciplined execution across various AI initiatives and projects.
  • Design governance structures and coordinate stakeholder reviews and decision-making processes.
  • Handle meeting logistics, including agendas and action tracking, to ensure clear documentation.
  • Collaborate with finance to track ROI and support budget planning and performance reporting.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits set focusing on employee investment.
  • Support throughout various life phases to enhance well-being and productivity.
  • A strong emphasis on employee development and growth opportunities.
Full Job Description
The impact you'll make

We are seeking a Principal Program Management Lead to own the end-to-end coordination, governance, and execution cadence of the Global Operations AI portfolio. This role provides portfolio-level leadership across all GOPs AI initiatives, ensuring disciplined intake, prioritization, execution tracking, financial transparency, and value realization across a growing set of AI deployments and builds.

What you'll do

AI Portfolio & Program Leadership
  • Own the integrated GOPs AI portfolio, coordinating across all AI/ML/Automation initiatives, deployments, and builds.
  • Establish and run standardized use case intake, evaluation, prioritization, and sequencing processes in partnership with Global Operations leaders and the Enterprise AI office.
  • Maintain portfolio level visibility into roadmap status, milestones, dependencies, risks, and resource alignment.
  • Drive execution rigor across initiatives by aligning individual program plans into a cohesive portfolio delivery view.

Governance, Cadence & Stakeholder Coordination
  • Design and lead portfolio level governance structures, including operating cadence, executive reviews, and decision checkpoints.
  • Coordinate cross functional stakeholders across Global Operations, AI/ML/Automation TPMs, Operations TPMs, Enterprise AI, IT, and Finance.
  • Own meeting planning, agendas, materials, action tracking, and follow up to ensure decisions are documented and executed.
  • Serve as a central point of coordination to resolve cross initiative dependencies, conflicts, and prioritization tradeoffs.

Financial Management & Value Realization
  • Partner closely with the Financial Analyst to define, track, and report value realization (ROI) for all GOPs AI initiatives.
  • Support portfolio level budget planning, allocation, and tracking, ensuring alignment between investment, delivery progress, and realized value.
  • Establish consistent frameworks for benefit definition, KPI tracking, and post deployment value measurement.
  • Provide transparent reporting on portfolio performance, investment efficiency, and outcome realization to executive stakeholders.

Execution Enablement & Continuous Improvement
  • Enable consistent execution standards, templates, and best practices across AI programs and TPMs.
  • Identify gaps, bottlenecks, or systemic risks across the portfolio and drive corrective actions.
  • Capture lessons learned and evolve portfolio management, governance, and delivery processes as the AI program scales.
  • Support leadership with clear, concise executive communications and data driven insights.


Who we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field with 15+ years of experience; or Master's degree with 12+ years' experience; or equivalent experience.
  • 12+ years of related experience in project management or program management
  • 12+ years of experience in program, portfolio, or operations management within complex, cross functional environments.
  • Proven experience leading enterprise scale portfolios involving technology, data, and business transformation initiatives.
  • Strong program and portfolio management capabilities, including intake governance, prioritization, dependency management, and executive reporting.
  • Experience partnering with Finance on ROI modeling, budget management, and value realization tracking.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior and executive levels.
  • Ability to bring structure, clarity, and execution discipline to ambiguous, fast moving environments.
  • Experience in semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, supply chain, or complex global operations environments preferred.


Salary

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: Min $137,000 - Max $287,000.

The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.

Our Perks and Benefits

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That's why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.

About Lam Research

Lam Research Corporation (Lam Research) is a supplier of wafer fabrication equipment and services to the worldwide semiconductor industry. Lam Research designs, manufactures, markets, refurbish, and services semiconductor processing equipment used in the fabrication of integrated circuits. The Company’s etch and clean technologies enable customers to build integrated circuits. Its etch systems shape the microscopic conductive and dielectric layers into circuits that define a chip’s final use and function. Its Customer Support Business Group (CSBG) provides products and services to maximize installed equipment performance and operational efficiency. Its customer base includes semiconductor memory, foundry, and integrated device manufacturers (IDMs) that make DRAM, NAND, and logic devices for these products.

Lam Research Careers

Joining Lam Research offers a unique opportunity to enhance your career at a leading global company at the forefront of innovation and technology in the semiconductor industry. Work You’ll Do At Lam Research, we are committed to advancing the technology landscape through continuous innovation and leadership. Our team of professionals is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible, making us a pivotal player in the semiconductor industry. By joining our team, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the field, contributing to projects that significantly impact future technology. Transform Your Career Lam Research stands at the intersection of technology, innovation, and leadership. We offer job opportunities that challenge you to excel and push your limits. Our culture fosters growth and embraces diversity, ensuring that every team member can thrive professionally and personally. Join our dynamic team and be part of a company known for its groundbreaking work in developing equipment and services that drive the production of virtually every leading-edge chip in the world. Professional Growth and Development We believe in nurturing the professional growth of our employees by providing ample opportunities for career advancement through leadership and diversity training programs. Our commitment to your career is reflected in our robust benefits package, designed to support you and your family’s health, well-being, and financial future. Internship and Employment Opportunities Start your career path at Lam Research with our internship programs, which offer a hands-on experience in the semiconductor industry. Interns work closely with experienced mentors, gaining invaluable skills and knowledge that prepare them for full-time positions within our company. For seasoned professionals, we offer a variety of positions that leverage your skills to contribute to our mission of continuous improvement and innovation. We are always looking for curious, creative, and driven individuals to join our team. Inclusive Culture and Networking Lam Research is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. Our culture encourages networking and collaboration, allowing you to connect with colleagues and industry leaders who are as passionate about technology and innovation as you are. Applying at Lam Research Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the job opportunities at Lam Research by visiting our Careers page. Tailor your resume to highlight your relevant experience and skills, and prepare for an interview that could lead to a multitude of rewarding career paths with us. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest company news, employment trends, and career tips by joining our community. Subscribe to receive updates that can help you navigate your professional journey at Lam Research. Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, innovative, and solution-driven team players. Start your journey with Lam Research today, where your work isn’t just a job—it’s a pathway to personal and professional fulfillment. SEARCH LAM RESEARCH JOBS Discover the opportunities waiting for you at Lam Research, where we turn today’s innovations into tomorrow’s technologies.
Learn more about Lam Research
Size
14,100 employees
Market Cap
$54.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
2013
5 Year Trend
+16.5%
Revenue
$11.9 billion
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