Director, Supply Chain Enabling - Western Digital : Job Details

Western Digital is a data-centric company focused on powering global innovation. We partner with major organizations to advance technology across gaming, smart cities, cars, cloud data centers, and consumer storage solutions.

We offer technologies, storage devices and platforms under the Western Digital, G-Technology, SanDisk and WD brands.

Today's challenges require your unique skills. It's You & Western Digital. Together, we're the next BIG thing in data.

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Director of Supply Chain Enabling to support the Direct Materials supply chain at Western Digital. This leader will coordinate supply readiness, capacity scaling, cross-functional alignment, and risk mitigation to support successful new product introductions (NPIs), volume transitions, and manufacturing scale-ups. Accountability includes managing a portfolio of complex initiatives—including global sourcing, cost & technology program optimization, long range capacity planning, supplier risk mitigation, and supply chain process transformation—ensuring programs are delivered on time with measurable impact and organizational capabilities are matured.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead cross-functional ramp planning efforts to ensure supply chain readiness for new product introductions, demand surges, and global scale-ups.
• Develop and execute integrated ramp management strategies across sourcing, logistics, planning, engineering, and manufacturing.
• Align internal and external partners (including suppliers, CM/ODM partners, logistics providers) on ramp timelines, capacity, inventory, and quality expectations.
• Identify and manage risks related to component availability, lead times, tooling readiness, and production scalability.
• Drive scenario planning, ramp simulations, and readiness reviews to inform decision-making at executive levels.
• Implement KPI dashboards and status reporting to ensure transparent communication and accountability throughout the ramp lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with product teams, operations engineering, and finance to balance time-to-market, cost targets, and operational scalability.
• Lead a team of supply chain program and ramp managers to deliver world-class execution.
• Identify and implement process improvements and technology solutions that enhance supply chain agility, visibility, and cost efficiency.
• Serve as the executive liaison for high-impact supply chain initiatives, providing regular updates to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with global regulatory and sustainability standards throughout the supply chain lifecycle.
• Cultivate a collaborative and high-performance culture within the team, promoting continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• In addition to leading a team, drive independent projects that solve broad, highly complex supply chain problems across the Global Enterprise.

REQUIRED:

• MBA or BS in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field and demonstrated relevant working experience
• 10+ years of progressive experience in technical supply chain functions (strategic sourcing or operations), with at least 5 years in program or project leadership roles
• Strong working knowledge of supply chain planning, ramp management, supply chain scaling, technical capability development, supplier management and manufacturing operations
• Proven track record in leading large-scale, cross-functional programs across Global Operations networks
• Excellent executive presence, stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills
• Proven track record of leadership and team management in a matrixed, global organization
• Deep expertise in contracting and supplier contract negotiations
• Demonstrated excellence in leading and driving organizational transformations
• Proficiency in program management tools

Preferred:

• Master's degree (MBA or Masters in Engineering)
• PMP or PgMP certification
• Experience with digital supply chain transformation, including AI/ML tools, IoT, and supply chain control towers.

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with applicable EEOC guidance and notice requirements.

Western Digital is committed to diversity and inclusion and to offering accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Please contact us at [email protected] to request accommodations, including the job title and requisition number.

Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 10/22/2025 (3 months from posting), though we reserve the right to close earlier if a candidate is hired. If we are not able to hire from this role before the deadline, we will update this posting.

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• An employee's pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, ability, and organizational needs.

• The salary range is the range of possible compensation at the time of posting and may be modified. This range is applicable for jobs in California, Colorado, New York or remote roles that can be performed in those states.

• If non-exempt, overtime pay and potential shift differential may apply per company policy and law.

• You may be eligible for bonuses under STI/SIP plans and potentially for long-term incentive (RSUs or cash) depending on eligibility and performance.

• Comprehensive benefits include medical/dental/vision, life, disability, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, paid leave, and other programs.

• Note: Pay is not wages or compensation until earned and vested. Benefits and compensation are at the company's discretion and subject to terms.

Notice To Candidates: Western Digital will never request payment as a condition for applying or receiving an offer. Report any such requests to Western Digital Ethics Helpline or [email protected].