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Site Strategy & Operations Program Manager (MBA, 8+ Years Experience)

Western Digital


Job Location:

Bengaluru - India

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 14 October 2026 (18 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 11 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview

India site Strategy & Operations Lead will partner closely with India site leadership to drive global strategic priorities operational excellence employee engagement and cross-functional cross-geo initiatives.

This role will serve as a key connector between site leadership employees functional teams compliance employee relations external partners and cross-site/global stakeholders. The individual will translate leadership priorities into actionable programs establish strong operating rhythms and ensure effective execution across multiple initiatives.

The ideal candidate will be a highly collaborative and trusted business partner who can operate effectively across functions build strong relationships with employees and leaders manage complex programs and drive execution in a matrixed environment.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Operational Execution

  • Partner with India leadership to translate global business priorities and strategic objectives into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.
  • Lead and manage site-level strategic programs and operational initiatives from planning through execution and narrative building.
  • Establish operating mechanisms governance routines dashboards and progress reviews to ensure timely execution.
  • Identify operational gaps risks and opportunities and drive appropriate corrective actions.

Employee Engagement & Organizational Effectiveness

  • Lead site level employee engagement initiatives and programs that strengthen employee connection inclusion collaboration innovation and organizational culture.
  • Lead and support Employee Resource Group (ERG) programs and initiatives.
  • Build strong positive relationships and communication channels with employees across the organization.
     

Executive Leadership Support & Communication

  • Prepare executive-level updates business reviews presentations dashboards and status reports for India and cross-site leadership.
  • Provide leadership with clear visibility into key initiatives risks milestones employee engagement and operational performance.
  • Support leadership meetings by coordinating agendas actions decisions and follow-through.

Budget & Vendor Management

  • Manage budgets associated with assigned programs and site-level activities.
  • Partner with Finance and Procurement to ensure appropriate budget planning approvals and spend governance.
  • Manage external vendors and service providers including scope performance deliverables and commercial coordination.

Qualifications :

  • MBA degree required.
  • 8 years of experience in site strategy business operations program management site operations or a related field.
  • Strong experience managing complex cross-functional programs in a large or matrixed organization.
  • Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority.
  • Experience working across multiple sites functions and geographies.
  • Strong understanding of employee engagement organizational effectiveness and workplace operations.
  • Experience partnering with Employee Relations Compliance Legal or similar functions.
  • Strong project management problem-solving and execution skills.
  • Strong budget and vendor management capabilities

Additional Information :

WD thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees our company our customers and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging respect and contribution.

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Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


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