Project/Program Management Specialist 1

AMD
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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.

You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.

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.

AMD together we advance_ Job Description The ideal candidate will be passionate about understanding how things work, an inquisitive and creative thinker, maniacally organized, questioning of the status quo, relentless in driving towards resolution, and an attention to detail.

Lastly, he/she must be organizationally savvy with superior communication skills as the role will partner with multiple teams and organizations.

Job Role and Responsibilities: The project management specialist is responsible for facilitating project development and progress from initiation to completion.

They must be experienced in project design and planning, collaboration and coordination with designated teams, and delivery of results within deadlines and budget constraints.

The role is responsible for oversight of team members, setting deadlines, designating assignments, and monitoring every stage of project progress.

They must be skilled in tracking progress, summarizing results, and communicating with management, clients, and other stakeholders.

Lastly, the role will be responsible for business process mapping, documentation, workshop management & facilitation.

Required Experience and Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in a related field of expertise is preferred, as well as a minimum of 3 years of experience in project management or a similar role.

Knowledge of industry best practices and processes is also expected.

The business process specialist will report to department heads or relevant managers.

Key Responsibilities: The project management specialist is responsible for coordinating and leading planning sessions for project development and execution, managing staffing and other resource needs, defining project objectives and scope, conducting risk analysis, creating detailed schedules and budgets, measuring project performance and progress, managing client and other stakeholder expectations, documenting project activities, delegating project activities and duties, and engaging in continual learning to remain abreast of industry best practices.

Essential Skills: The project management specialist must be proficient with industry-standard project manager tools and software, have experience with client management and internal departmental communications, and have a proven track record of successful project management.

They must also have a strong technical background in the industry and possess skills such as familiarity with project management programs and processes.

The ideal candidate should have the ability to set and meet project deadlines, excellent quality analysis and control, effective written and verbal communication skills, the ability to build and train teams, consistent conflict resolution skills, multi-tasking capability, strategic thinking and creative planning, data analytical skills, and documentation and reporting abilities.

Preferred Qualifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) and/or PRINCE II certification is preferred.

BVOP Certified Project Manager, Certified Associate in Project Management, Certified ScrumMaster.

Lean six sigma.

#LI-RD1 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.

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