The Role and Impact:
As Director of Global Customer Planning and Operations you will lead the charge in ensuring seamless product delivery to Intel's customers through agile planning and strategic collaboration. Your role is integral to transforming complex customer demand signals into timely deliveries, directly impacting Intel's ability to meet customer needs and maintain market leadership. On a day-to-day basis, you will drive operational excellence by analyzing forecasts, optimizing delivery schedules, and collaborating across teams to fulfill customer orders reliably and efficiently.
Business group:
The Director of Global Customer Planning and Operations role is part of Intel Foundry's Global Customer Planning and Operations group, which focuses on delivering world-class supply chain solutions that support Intel's broader goals of innovation and market leadership. This group plays a pivotal role in enhancing customer satisfaction through strategic planning and operational agility, ensuring Intel's products reach customers timely and effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with customers to understand demand signals and forecast accuracy, translating these into actionable delivery plans.
- Develop and execute supply chain strategies to optimize cycle times, reduce risks, and ensure on-time delivery.
- Provide regular, data-driven insights to senior leadership on supply chain performance, inventory health, and delivery risks to influence decision-making.
- Partner with internal business units, sales, marketing, and manufacturing to align on shared goals and respond rapidly to market changes.
- Lead, inspire, and coach a high-performing global planning team, fostering collaboration and modeling Intel's values.
Required Skills and Experience
- Proven expertise in supply chain operations, planning, and strategy development in global environments.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and drive business performance management.
- Proficiency in supply chain tools and data analytics to optimize planning processes.
- Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with experience inspiring and empowering global teams.
- Strong problem-solving ability and strategic mindset to navigate ambiguity and drive results.
- Experience influencing senior leadership decisions and managing complex operational challenges.
- Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred
- 12+ years of experience in supply chain planning with a Bachelor's degree, 8+ years with a Master's degree, or 6+ years with a PhD.
Join Intel's dynamic team to shape the future of technology and make a significant impact in supply chain innovation and excellence.
Job Type:Experienced HireShift:Shift 1 (United States of America)Primary Location: US, California, Santa ClaraAdditional Locations:US, Arizona, Phoenix, US, Oregon, HillsboroPosting Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of TrustThis role is a Position of Trust. Should you accept this position, you must consent to and pass an extended Background Investigation, which includes (subject to country law), extended education, SEC sanctions, and additional criminal and civil checks. For internals, this investigation may or may not be completed prior to starting the position. For additional questions, please contact your Recruiter.Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $220,320.00-311,040.00 USD
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Work Model for this Role
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.*
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.Skills Required
- Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field
- 12+ years of supply chain planning experience with a bachelor's degree
- 8+ years of supply chain planning experience with a master's degree
- 6+ years of supply chain planning experience with a PhD
- Proven expertise in supply chain operations, planning, and strategy development in global environments
- Experience leading cross-functional collaboration and driving business performance management
- Proficiency in supply chain tools and data analytics
- Exceptional communication and leadership skills, including experience inspiring and empowering global teams
- Strong problem-solving ability and strategic mindset
- Experience influencing senior leadership decisions and managing complex operational challenges
- Advanced degree
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Sabbaticals and paid time off are highlighted as signature elements, with an established program offering four weeks after four years or eight weeks after seven years. This distinctive time off is positioned as a meaningful part of the overall package.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid bonding leave of 12 weeks and a New Parent Reintegration program, plus fertility benefits around $40,000 and up to $15,000 adoption reimbursement with no lifetime cap, are clearly stated. These programs are presented as standout components alongside broader family support resources.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options with 2026 updates, a shift to Spring Health for EAP, and in‑network virtual medical visits covered at 100% beginning in 2026 indicate a comprehensive offering. These features signal an emphasis on robust medical access and mental health support.
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