Product Samples Planner

Job Description:

We are seeking a strategic Product Samples Planner to lead the comprehensive planning, development, and execution of customer sampling programs for designated product lines. This role serves as the critical bridge between product development, manufacturing, and customer needs throughout the entire product lifecycle from initial definition to production readiness qualification (PRQ).

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Development

• Design and manage end-to-end customer samples plans and activities for specific products or product groups
• Develop, document, and implement standardized sampling procedures and methodologies
• Identify and establish critical quality control checkpoints throughout sampling processes

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Act as primary interface with internal stakeholders and leadership across all project phases
• Participate in management review committees and strategic decision forums
• Own all customer communications related to sampling programs

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Manage interdependencies and communicate sampling plans to business partners
• Collaborate with Product Development Teams (PDTs) and Management Review Committees (MRCs)
• Coordinate with quality assurance teams to ensure sampling integrity

Data-Driven Decision Making

• Apply advanced data analytics and business intelligence to optimize sample allocation
• Make complex allocation decisions balancing division priorities with constrained supply
• Utilize experiential data to improve sampling efficiency and customer satisfaction
• Assess program risks and develop mitigation strategies to meet timeline and quality objectives

Behavioral Traits

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities

This role offers the opportunity to directly impact product success while ensuring optimal customer experience through strategic sample management and cross-functional leadership.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or similar field
• 4+ years of relevant experience in supply chain, product planning, or related field
• Experience with manufacturing processes, supply chain management

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Power BI dashboarding and advanced Microsoft Excel functionality
• Experience with Intel-specific tools including:
• My Samples
• SPEED/IDET
• ISM (Intel Sample Management)
• Data analytics and business intelligence experience
• Experience in semiconductor or technology supply chain management
• Project management certification or experience

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Additional Locations:

Business group:

The Silicon Engineering Group (SIG) is a worldwide organization focused on the development and integration of SOCs, Cores, and critical IPs from architecture to manufacturing readiness that power Intel’s leadership products. This business group leverages an incomparable mix of experts with different backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to unleash the most innovative, amazing, and exciting computing experiences.

Posting 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 Trust

N/A

Benefits:

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here:

https://intel.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External/page/1025c144664a100150b4b1665c750003

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US:

$96,360.00-187,500.00 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.