Western Digital

Director, Supply Chain Enabling

San Jose, California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Semiconductors, Data StorageIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess an MBA or a BS in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field. They should have demonstrated experience in supply chain management, specifically supporting direct materials. Experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing complex initiatives such as global sourcing, cost and technology program optimization, long-range capacity planning, supplier risk mitigation, and supply chain process transformation is required. Proven ability to manage portfolios of initiatives, deliver programs on time, and mature organizational capabilities is essential.

Responsibilities

The Director, Supply Chain Enabling is responsible for coordinating supply readiness, capacity scaling, cross-functional alignment, and risk mitigation for new product introductions, volume transitions, and manufacturing scale-ups. This includes leading cross-functional ramp planning, developing integrated ramp management strategies, and aligning internal and external partners on ramp timelines, capacity, inventory, and quality. The role involves identifying and managing risks related to component availability and production scalability, driving scenario planning, and implementing KPI dashboards for transparent communication. Responsibilities also include collaborating with product teams, operations engineering, and finance, leading a team of supply chain program and ramp managers, identifying process improvements and technology solutions, serving as an executive liaison for high-impact initiatives, ensuring compliance with global standards, and driving independent projects to solve complex supply chain problems.

Skills

Supply Chain Management
Direct Materials
Supply Readiness
Capacity Scaling
Cross-functional Alignment
Risk Mitigation
New Product Introductions (NPIs)
Volume Transitions
Manufacturing Scale-ups
Global Sourcing
Cost Optimization
Technology Program Optimization
Long Range Capacity Planning

Western Digital

Provides data storage solutions and services

About Western Digital

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.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$927.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
10,001+Employees

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

Risks

Seagate's HAMR technology may outperform Western Digital's ePMR in high-capacity HDDs.
Toshiba's HAMR and MAMR technologies intensify competition in the storage market.
Focus on consumer products may neglect enterprise client needs, risking market share.

Differentiation

Western Digital leads in high-capacity HDDs with 32TB UltraSMR and ePMR technology.
The company offers diverse storage solutions, including NAS, SAN, and private cloud.
Western Digital's SanDisk and WD_BLACK brands target creators and gamers effectively.

Upsides

Growing demand for high-capacity storage driven by AI and data-intensive applications.
Recent product launches cater to the expanding gaming and content creation markets.
Advancements in ePMR technology enhance Western Digital's competitive edge in HDDs.

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