Client Business Planning Specialist - OEM (amd)

Job Description

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING

We care deeply about transforming lives with AMD technology to enrich our industry, our communities, and the world. Our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences – the building blocks for the data center, artificial intelligence, PCs, gaming and embedded. Underpinning our mission is the AMD culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges. We strive for execution excellence while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. 

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THE ROLE

Within the Client Computing Group, we are bringing disruptive technology to the personal computing ecosystem.  Our RYZEN branded products are designed for the most demanding developers, artists, and gamers - people who demand responsiveness and power efficiency from their PC. RYZEN stormed the market in 2017 and continues to excite people across the globe.

As Business Planning Manager, your primary mission will be to effectively research the personal computing market, develop strategies and plans to gain market share and product gross margin. You will align with OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers, like HP, Dell, and Lenovo) account and geographic leads, and effectively communicate these plans to executive management and peer organizations (finance, supply chain, sales). You will be reporting to the business leader for AMD’s Client business planning team.

THE PERSON

The ideal candidate has experience engaging in qualitative and quantitative research and using this information to identify trends and recommend business growth drivers. They possess strong interpersonal communication skills and can build collaborative relationships across all levels of the business. This person will quickly understand customer requirements, pricing structures and market conditions and translate this information into pricing strategies for the teams they partner with. In addition, this person is a proactive problem solver who is self-sufficient, able to self-manage their work, and takes initiative to drive results.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Market research and interaction with key customers to understand market trends
• Interpretation of corporate goals and how OEM client can impact those goals
• Creation of high-impact strategies or plays from the immediate to +18 months
• Documentation of business plans, including volume, mix, revenue, margin, inventory levels and market share
• Alignment with sales, finance, account leaders, supply chain, and other teams
• Communication of strategies and plans to executive team, up to the CXO level
• Contingency and/or alternatives planning for possible market shifts 

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrated achievement in a fast-paced business planning or strategy role - high tech experience preferred
• Pre-existing understanding of the PC market, with an emphasis on OEM/MNC PC makers
• Exceptional time-management skills - ability to handle multiple ongoing projects/initiatives
• Ability to quickly create effective strategies with imperfect or insufficient datasets
• Strong organizational skills - Ability to work across a large organization and get things done
• Executive-level presentation and communication skills - ability to speak with confidence

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

• BS and/or MS degree in Business Management, Finance, or Engineering from a top-tier university
• MBA is a strong plus.

LOCATION:  Austin, TX

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At AMD, your base pay is one part of your total rewards package.  Your base pay will depend on where your skills, qualifications, experience, and location fit into the hiring range for the position. You may be eligible for incentives based upon your role such as either an annual bonus or sales incentive. Many AMD employees have the opportunity to own shares of AMD stock, as well as a discount when purchasing AMD stock if voluntarily participating in AMD’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also be eligible for competitive benefits described in more detail here.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.   We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.