Integrated Project Manager

Company Description

“At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, WD_BLACK™, and SanDisk® Professional brands.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.”

Job Description

As a key staff report to Shenzhen Site GM, you will play a pivotal role in driving project success, enhancing employee engagement, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Project Coordination

1. Collaborate with cross - functional teams across different global locations to develop comprehensive project plans. Utilize your STEM background to understand technical requirements, set realistic timelines, and allocate resources effectively.
2. Oversee the day - to - day execution of projects, ensuring that milestones are met. Proactively identify potential bottlenecks and risks and develop contingency plans to keep projects on track.
3. Serve as the primary liaison between the Shenzhen site and other global teams involved in projects. Communicate project progress, challenges, and updates clearly and regularly to all stakeholders, including senior management, in both written and verbal form.
4. Use your excellent English skills to facilitate smooth communication with international colleagues, ensuring that cultural differences are understood and bridged. Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to gain support for project initiatives.

 Employee Engagement

1. Develop and implement employee engagement strategies tailored to the Shenzhen site, taking into account the company's global culture and local nuances. Leverage data - driven insights to design initiatives that resonate with employees and boost morale.
2. Collaborate with the global team to align local engagement efforts with the company's overall employee engagement goals.
3. Event Planning and Execution
4. Organize and execute a variety of employee engagement events, such as team - building activities, cultural festivals, and wellness programs. These events should promote a positive work environment, strengthen team bonds, and enhance employee satisfaction.

Employee Feedback and Improvement

Establish channels for employees to provide feedback on their work experience, such as surveys, town hall meetings, and one - on - one discussions. Analyze this feedback to identify areas for improvement and implement action plans to address employee concerns.

Training and Development

1. Conduct regular training needs assessments for employees at the Shenzhen site. Identify skill gaps based on current and future business requirements, using your STEM background to understand technical training needs.
2. Coordinate with external training providers when necessary to ensure access to specialized training resources.
3. Follow up with employees after training to ensure that they are applying their newly acquired skills in the workplace and to provide additional support if needed.

Qualifications

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM - related field (e.g., Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics). A master's degree is a plus.
2. Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Ability to communicate effectively in international business settings, including presenting in English to global audiences.
3. Proficient in creating high - quality PowerPoint presentations. Ability to use data visualization techniques to effectively communicate complex information.
4. Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana) and learning management systems (e.g., Moodle, Canvas) is preferred.
5. Five+ years of experience in a similar role, with a proven track record in project management. Experience in the tech industry is highly desirable.

Soft Skills

1. Strong leadership and teamwork skills. Ability to work independently as well as part of a global team.
2.  Excellent problem - solving and decision - making skills. Adaptable to changing business needs and able to thrive in a fast - paced environment.
3. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.

Additional Information

Because Western Digital thrives on the power of diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect, and contribution, we are committed to giving every qualified applicant and employee an equal opportunity.  Western Digital does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their protected class status and complies with all federal and state laws against discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, as well as the laws and regulations set forth in the "Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law" poster.