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Date posted 04/20/2026
Work Location Model On-site Flex
Work Location Livermore-CA
Work Country United States
The group you’ll be a part of
The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.
The impact you’ll make
The Sr. Manager, Logistics Operations Program Manager at Lam Research is responsible for leading and overseeing the strategic implementation of programs across transportation, trade, and logistics operations. This role involves driving innovation, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing internal user experiences through improvements to inbound supplier TMS and related processes.
What you’ll do
- Lead transformation initiatives: The manager is responsible for implementing opportunities for improvement and developing transformation roadmaps that align with organizational goals.
- Help define problem statements, vision and plans, success criteria, business benefits, and accountability.
- Manage cross-functional teams: The role requires managing cross-functional teams to ensure initiatives deliver measurable business value.
- Drive operational transformation: The manager must drive changes in business processes, culture, and customer experiences to meet evolving business and market requirements.
- Implement digital improvements: The manager is responsible for implementing digital improvements to existing operational processes and ensuring the digital strategy aligns with business goals.
- Train employees: The manager should be able to train employees on new programs and technologies, ensuring they are used effectively throughout the organization.
- Inbound TMS: The manager must continuously monitor operational results to ensure alignment with organizational goals and make adjustments as necessary.
- The role demands a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of logistics, and the ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable business strategies.
Who we’re looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field with 12+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 8+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience.
- 10 years of experience in logistics and/or trade operations, with strong knowledge of operational processes, data, tools, and improvement initiatives, including experience in business process reengineering within leading or fast-growth companies.
- Subject matter expertise in SAP and Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
- Demonstrated ability to influence organizational change by driving partnerships and alignment across organizations.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders across a global organization.
- 5+ years of experience in business transformation programs.
- Strong leadership and decision-making abilities to manage internal and external teams.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills for coordinating with transportation suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Knowledge of various transportation modes, U.S. Customs import and export requirements, and logistics procedures.
- Ability to analyze data and optimize routes to recommend effective logistics solutions.
Preferred qualifications
- Ability to analyze and interpret large data sets for decision support.
- Ability to work with minimal direct guidance or direction.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic and ambiguous environment.
- Understanding of best practices in the transportation industry and the ability to apply them in real-life scenarios.
- Knowledge of systems (e.g., SAP ERP/IBP, TMS, etc.), including implementation and project life cycles.
Our commitment
We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.
Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.
Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.
Salary
CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $114,000.00 - $253,000.00.
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.
Job ID 197649
Date posted 04/20/2026
Work Location Model On-site Flex
Work Location Livermore-CA
Work Country United States
The group you’ll be a part of
The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.
The impact you’ll make
The Sr. Manager, Logistics Operations Program Manager at Lam Research is responsible for leading and overseeing the strategic implementation of programs across transportation, trade, and logistics operations. This role involves driving innovation, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing internal user experiences through improvements to inbound supplier TMS and related processes.
What you’ll do
- Lead transformation initiatives: The manager is responsible for implementing opportunities for improvement and developing transformation roadmaps that align with organizational goals.
- Help define problem statements, vision and plans, success criteria, business benefits, and accountability.
- Manage cross-functional teams: The role requires managing cross-functional teams to ensure initiatives deliver measurable business value.
- Drive operational transformation: The manager must drive changes in business processes, culture, and customer experiences to meet evolving business and market requirements.
- Implement digital improvements: The manager is responsible for implementing digital improvements to existing operational processes and ensuring the digital strategy aligns with business goals.
- Train employees: The manager should be able to train employees on new programs and technologies, ensuring they are used effectively throughout the organization.
- Inbound TMS: The manager must continuously monitor operational results to ensure alignment with organizational goals and make adjustments as necessary.
- The role demands a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of logistics, and the ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable business strategies.
Who we’re looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field with 12+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 8+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience.
- 10 years of experience in logistics and/or trade operations, with strong knowledge of operational processes, data, tools, and improvement initiatives, including experience in business process reengineering within leading or fast-growth companies.
- Subject matter expertise in SAP and Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
- Demonstrated ability to influence organizational change by driving partnerships and alignment across organizations.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders across a global organization.
- 5+ years of experience in business transformation programs.
- Strong leadership and decision-making abilities to manage internal and external teams.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills for coordinating with transportation suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Knowledge of various transportation modes, U.S. Customs import and export requirements, and logistics procedures.
- Ability to analyze data and optimize routes to recommend effective logistics solutions.
Preferred qualifications
- Ability to analyze and interpret large data sets for decision support.
- Ability to work with minimal direct guidance or direction.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic and ambiguous environment.
- Understanding of best practices in the transportation industry and the ability to apply them in real-life scenarios.
- Knowledge of systems (e.g., SAP ERP/IBP, TMS, etc.), including implementation and project life cycles.
Our commitment
We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.
Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.
Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.
Salary
CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $114,000.00 - $253,000.00.
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.
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Tailor your resume to semiconductor program management
Lam Research Program Manager roles center on NPI, equipment qualifications, and fab customer engagements. Frame your experience around stage-gate processes, yield improvement programs, or cross-functional hardware releases rather than generic project delivery.
Verify your visa category before applying
Lam sponsors multiple nonimmigrant and immigrant visa types for this role. Know which category fits your status before your first recruiter call, so you can confirm eligibility without creating uncertainty late in the hiring process.
Find open roles through Migrate Mate
Lam Research lists Program Manager openings across multiple sites including Fremont, Portland, and Boise. Search Migrate Mate to filter current openings by visa sponsorship type so you reach out only to positions actively built for international candidates.
Align your degree field to the role posting
H-1B specialty occupation approval requires a direct connection between your degree field and the specific role. For Lam Program Manager positions, USCIS scrutinizes whether a technical degree in engineering, materials science, or a related discipline genuinely underlies the job duties described.
Ask about LCA status during the offer stage
Your employer must file a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL before USCIS can adjudicate your H-1B petition. Confirming that Lam's HR team has initiated this step early prevents delays between offer acceptance and your start date.
Account for PERM timing if you want permanent residency
Lam has sponsored EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards for program management roles. PERM recruitment and audit timelines at DOL routinely run 12 to 18 months before an I-140 can be filed, so start that conversation with HR well before your current status requires action.
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Does Lam Research sponsor H-1B visas for Program Managers?
Yes, Lam Research sponsors H-1B visas for Program Manager roles. The process requires your employer to file a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL, followed by a Form I-129 petition with USCIS. Because H-1B cap-subject petitions are subject to an annual lottery, timing your application around the April registration window is essential if you're not already in H-1B status.
Which visa types does Lam Research commonly use for Program Manager roles?
Lam Research supports H-1B for specialty occupation workers, TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering or management roles, F-1 OPT and CPT for students in active degree programs or recent graduates, and J-1 for exchange visitors. For longer-term employees, Lam has also pursued EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa sponsorship for program management positions leading to a Green Card.
How do I apply for Program Manager jobs at Lam Research?
Applications go through Lam Research's careers portal. Before applying, search Migrate Mate to identify which current Program Manager openings are tagged for visa sponsorship, then apply directly through Lam's site. Tailor your materials to the specific product line or business unit listed in the job description, whether that's Etch, Deposition, or Customer Support Engineering, since hiring teams operate with distinct technical requirements.
What qualifications does Lam Research expect for Program Manager roles?
Most postings require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science, or a closely related technical field, with several years of program or project management experience in semiconductor equipment, semiconductor manufacturing, or a related hardware-intensive industry. Familiarity with NPI processes, stage-gate methodologies, and cross-functional coordination between engineering, operations, and fab customers is commonly expected at the mid-to-senior level.
How do I time my application if my OPT or H-1B status has a deadline?
If you're on F-1 OPT, confirm whether your field qualifies for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, which gives you up to three years total to secure H-1B sponsorship. H-1B cap-subject petitions must be filed between April 1 and the close of the registration window, with an October 1 start date. If your OPT expires before October 1 of the target year, ask Lam HR whether a cap-exempt filing path or a change of status bridge is available.
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