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Program Manager - Chief of Staff Office, Supply Chain

Western Digital · San Francisco Bay Area

📍 San Jose, CA, usvia smartrecruitersPosted 2026-09-21
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WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy. As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in. We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide. This isn’t theoretical work. It’s real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today. We’re looking for people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level. Join us and let’s shape the future of data. This is a high-impact, highly visible executive support role embedded within Western Digital's Global Procurement organization. You will serve as the operational backbone for two senior Vice Presidents — enabling them to move fast, stay organized, and lead effectively across a globally distributed supply chain organization. This role goes beyond traditional administrative support: you will be a trusted partner who anticipates needs, drives operational cadence, and acts as a force multiplier across the team. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Executive Operations & Calendar Management Own and manage complex, multi-time-zone calendars for two VPs — proactively resolving conflicts, prioritizing meetings, and protecting focused work time Coordinate global travel (domestic and international), including logistics, visas, itineraries, and expense reconciliation in alignment with WD Travel Policy Prepare briefing materials, pre-reads, and agendas for leadership reviews, staff meetings, and executive offsites Manage and reconcile T&E reports with accuracy and timeliness using Concur or equivalent WD-approved platforms Strategic Communication & Correspondence Draft, edit, and route executive communications — emails, memos, talking points, and announcements — with a high bar for clarity and tone Support communication between the VPs and internal stakeholders (Finance, Legal, Engineering, Operations, HR) and external partners including suppliers and ODMs Proactively manage VP inboxes, flag time-sensitive items, and own actions item follow-through—escalating only what requires executive attention. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive business information including supplier negotiations, pricing, and strategic roadmaps Serve as a credible and professional representative of the VP office in all stakeholder interactions—internal and external. Meeting & Program Coordination Maintain a forward-looking view of the leadership calendar to anticipate preparation needs—briefing, materials, and logistics — 2-4 weeks in advance. Lead end-to-end coordination of staff meetings, All Hands, QBRs (Quarterly Business Reviews), and Executive Business Reviews (EBRs), Supplier forums - including agenda design, logistics, AV/video conferencing setup, and follow-up tracking Track action items and decisions from meetings; hold owners accountable to deadlines Coordinate cross-functional working sessions with teams across APAC, EMEA, and Americas, navigating global time zones effectively Operational & Project Support Maintain dashboards, org charts, distribution lists; ensure accuracy and timely updates across both VP organizations. Own the development, structure, and ongoing management of the team’s SharePoint sites and OneDrive -- including site architecture, content auditing, file governance, and access controls. Support onboarding of new team members — system access, introductions, equipment coordination with IT Support analytical workflows  — compile data from multiple sources, and package into clean, executive-ready outputs Track department budget, POs, and vendor invoices for internal purchases; coordinate with Finance for approvals and accruals Maintain headcount tracking for both VP organizations; coordinate with HR and Finance on open roles, new hire status, and org updates. Review and proof all outgoing materials for accuracy, grammar, formatting, and tone before distribution Maintain a library of reusable slide templates, charts, and standard frameworks aligned to WD brand guidelines Presentation & Document Excellence Apply a strong editorial eye to presentations: fix structure, tighten messaging, improve visual hierarchy, and ensure data is displayed clearly and accurately Build and refine executive-level PowerPoint presentations  for C-suite reviews, Board prep, and supply chain leadership summits — including slide design, visual consistency, data storytelling, and message flow Ensure all materials produced by the team meet an executive-ready standard before distribution — owning quality control as a standard responsibility. Produce and maintain Excel workbooks  for department budget tracking, headcount tracking, including use of pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, conditional formatting, and charts Culture & Team Engagement Drive team engagement activities, recognition programs, and milestone celebrations Plan and execute team offsites, summits, and leadership workshops — including venue, budget management, agenda, and logistics Foster an inclusive and connected team culture across a geographically distributed organization Partnering with HR and leadership to support employee recognitions, team milestones, and morale initiatives across globally distributed workforce. Serve as a culture ambassador for the SC CoE and Direct Materials Procurement organizations—modeling inclusion, collaboration, and high standards in every interaction. Required 7+ years of chief of staff-adjacent experience supporting VP-level or above in a technology, manufacturing, or supply chain environment Demonstrated ability to support  multiple executives simultaneously  with competing priorities Basic Microsoft Excel proficiency  — pivot tables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, dynamic charts, conditional forma

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