Senior Manager, Project/ Program Management

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. 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_ We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead our 15-million-euro Business Finland grant project, Compute to Impact. This role is crucial for the coordination and oversight of all project activities, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration among both internal and external stakeholders. The Program Manager will manage project timelines, reporting, and monitor progress to achieve project goals. Additionally, this role involves the recruitment and establishment of partnerships with providers and deployers of AI technology. Main responsibilities Design and implement structured collaboration models and operational workflows for both internal teams and with Business Finland and other external ecosystem partners to ensure aligned execution and efficient communication Run daily operations independently Facilitate collaboration and communication across the ecosystem Match-make for co-innovation projects and support the application process Set up steering mechanisms, reporting systems and practices to track progress Proactively manage ecosystem activities and partnerships Collaboration with others This role belongs to the Operations team in AMD Silo AI’s R&D Models unit and will report to Sonja Rajala This role will collaborate closely with the Veturi communications and events manager, our internal engineering teams as well as a wide range of ecosystem partners and stakeholders Main goals for first 6 months Establish program management and communication practices for the initiative Implement a reporting process to track progress and KPIs Ensure submittance of 3 successful co-innovation project applications Organize a kick-off for the ecosystem together with the Communications and events manager Build strong collaboration channels within the ecosystem Ideal candidate profile Required Skills and Qualifications Strong experience in managing large initiatives Experience in leading teams Experience working in or managing innovation ecosystems, consortiums, or public-private partnerships. Ability to thrive in dynamic environments and pivot as priorities shift Ability to manage expectations and build trust with internal and external stakeholders Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Finnish and English Strong facilitation skills Bonus: Familiarity with AI technologies or digital transformation initiatives #LI-DB1 #LI- HYBRID Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance. 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. Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance. 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. We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead our 15-million-euro Business Finland grant project, Compute to Impact. This role is crucial for the coordination and oversight of all project activities, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration among both internal and external stakeholders. The Program Manager will manage project timelines, reporting, and monitor progress to achieve project goals. Additionally, this role involves the recruitment and establishment of partnerships with providers and deployers of AI technology. Main responsibilities Design and implement structured collaboration models and operational workflows for both internal teams and with Business Finland and other external ecosystem partners to ensure aligned execution and efficient communication Run daily operations independently Facilitate collaboration and communication across the ecosystem Match-make for co-innovation projects and support the application process Set up steering mechanisms, reporting systems and practices to track progress Proactively manage ecosystem activities and partnerships Collaboration with others This role belongs to the Operations team in AMD Silo AI’s R&D Models unit and will report to Sonja Rajala This role will collaborate closely with the Veturi communications and events manager, our internal engineering teams as well as a wide range of ecosystem partners and stakeholders Main goals for first 6 months Establish program management and communication practices for the initiative Implement a reporting process to track progress and KPIs Ensure submittance of 3 successful co-innovation project applications Organize a kick-off for the ecosystem together with the Communications and events manager Build strong collaboration channels within the ecosystem Ideal candidate profile Required Skills and Qualifications Strong experience in managing large initiatives Experience in leading teams Experience working in or managing innovation ecosystems, consortiums, or public-private partnerships. Ability to thrive in dynamic environments and pivot as priorities shift Ability to manage expectations and build trust with internal and external stakeholders Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Finnish and English Strong facilitation skills Bonus: Familiarity with AI technologies or digital transformation initiatives #LI-DB1 #LI- HYBRID