Total 3 job vacancies by Sandisk

The Operations Strategic Leader is responsible for driving alignment between Operations Strategic and Outsourced Manufacturing/ CM (OSOM) projects and the overall Backend Operations (BEO) strategy.  This role acts as a strategic bridge between management and the operational teams by providing structured assessment, risk evaluation, and executive-level reporting to support decision-making and operational excellence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive end-to-end integration of Operations Business Excellence initiatives into long-term sustenance and operational continuity.
• Ensure OSOM projects are aligned with BEO strategic direction and Best in Class (BIC) priorities.
• Lead end-to-end strategic evaluation including environmental scan, feasibility studies, and operational risk assessments.
• Identify business gaps, operational risks, and improvement opportunities across all manufacturing and operations business processes.
• Provide executive-level reporting, updates, and recommendations with clear business impact analysis.
• Act as the key liaison between management leadership and operational teams to ensure alignment and effective execution.
• Support cross-functional collaboration to drive operational excellence and sustainable improvements.
• Facilitate project governance, tracking, and strategic prioritization across initiatives.
• Apply data-driven decision-making through structured analysis and strategic insights.

SanDisk is looking for a strategic and execution-focused Senior / Program Manager to lead high-impact initiatives across our global backend manufacturing operations. This role will drive transformation programs that optimize cost, enhance operational agility, and strengthen our external manufacturing partnerships, enabling SanDisk to deliver high-quality, high-volume flash storage solutions at scale.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive Strategic Initiatives:
  Lead and execute programs related to backend manufacturing transformation, including footprint optimization, regionalization, cost competitiveness, outsourced manufacturing strategy, and technology transitions.
• Cross-Functional Leadership:
  Coordinate with stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Quality, and Supply Chain to align program objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
• Operational Analysis & Business Cases:
  Develop data-driven business cases for initiatives such as make vs. buy, geographical shifts, and capacity expansion or consolidation. Support executive decision-making with robust analytics and scenario planning.
• Program Governance:
  Establish governance models and cadences for program execution, including milestone tracking, risk management, change control, and stakeholder updates.
• Performance Monitoring:
  Define KPIs and success metrics for operational programs. Track performance post-implementation to ensure sustainability and continuous improvement.
• Executive Reporting:
  Create and present program updates, strategic reviews, and executive-level presentations to senior leadership, with a focus on actionable insights and clear outcomes.

As the Manager, People Support - APAC Leader, you will lead and evolve a high-impact people operations team that delivers a consistent, scalable, and employee-centered service experience across our people portfolio. You will serve as a strategic partner with key regional and global ecosystem partners to enable solutions and operational excellence across all aspects of the employee life-cycle and evolving business and country-based requirements.   

This role blends people leadership, service delivery expertise, and iterative and transformational execution. You will lead a regional team, leverage data and qualitative insights to elevate employee experience, and drive simplification, standardization, and innovation across our service areas. The ideal candidate is a confident leader who thrives in fast-moving environments, brings strong analytical and systems thinking, and is passionate about building world-class people operations. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

People Operations Strategy & Service Excellence 

• Shape and continuously refine the role for People Support as a strategic partner that maximizes efficiency, scalability, and employee experience. 

• Champion a data-driven and employee-informed operating model, leveraging insights, feedback, and trends to proactively improve service delivery and reduce escalations. 

• Serve as a subject-matter leader in HR service delivery best practices, applying country standards to achieve optimal operational outcomes. 

 Leadership & Operational Performance  

• Lead and develop a high-performing, APAC Tier I team in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment. 

• Own day-to-day operational performance, including SLAs, KPIs, case volumes, quality metrics, and employee satisfaction. 

• Translate performance metrics into clear, compelling insights that demonstrate the value of People Support and inform decision-making by senior stakeholders. 

• Proactively manage capacity and workforce planning, flexing team resources to meet changing organizational needs and global demand. 

Data, Insights & Continuous Improvement 

• Identify root causes through critical analysis and quickly implement corrective actions to improve service quality and operational efficiency. 

• Lead multiple continuous improvement initiatives, simplifying, standardizing, centralizing, and automating complex HR processes. 

• Ensure strong data integrity, system accuracy, and quality controls through disciplined testing, audits, and attention to detail. 

Stakeholder Partnership & Communication 

• Build trusted partnerships with HRBPs, COE teams, People Intelligence, and business leaders to align priorities and deliver integrated solutions. 

• Develop and execute clear communication strategies for cross-functional initiatives, service changes, and transformation efforts. 

• Consult and influence executive leadership with confidence, clarity, and strong business acumen. 

• Act as a facilitator and change leader, guiding teams and stakeholders through rapid change and transformation. 

Knowledge Management & Content Strategy 

• Identify knowledge gaps and high-volume employee inquiry themes across AskHR. 

• Partner with COEs to curate, update, and maintain HR knowledge content, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance. 

• Create a unified, searchable, and interconnected knowledge platform that delivers a simple and intuitive employee experience. 

People Leadership & Change Management 

• Demonstrate exceptional people leadership through coaching, mentoring, and talent development, building future-ready leaders. 

• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning within the People Support team. 

• Communicate vision, progress, and change with clarity and empathy, motivating teams through transformation.