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Global Foundries Principal Analyst Technical Project Management in Penang, Malaysia
About GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
Job Summary
Principal Technical Project Management, reporting to the Senior Director of GFES (Global Fab Engineering Services). This role involves governing the operational performance of both the Malaysia and India sites, initiating new portfolios, and setting up project frameworks & business processes by advocating the right project management approach. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in business process management and the ability to operate independently and strategically. This role requires translating complex operational and portfolio data into clear storyline through data ‑ driven dashboards, analytics, and executive ‑ ready presentations, enabling informed decision ‑ making. Success depends on influencing stakeholders, shaping governance discussions, and continuously improving processes in a fast ‑ paced, multi ‑ stakeholder environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Work in close partnership with the primary owner, who owns overall governing procedures, standards, and decision authority.
Support and execute established project governance, including status reporting, reviews, and decision forums, in alignment with defined governance frameworks.
Ensure project activities remain aligned with internal governance processes, compliance requirements, and audit expectations.
Partner with the Technical owner in stakeholder management.
Support cross‑functional alignment and execution by coordinating actions, follow‑ups, and issue resolution without direct authority.
Facilitate effective collaboration across geographically distributed and culturally diverse teams, escalating risks or decisions to the primary lead when required.
Development and documentation of new business processes based on GFES requirements
Business storylines are converted into action through purposeful dashboard design and compelling executive presentations.
Other Responsibilities:
Understand complex relationships and content and communicate them in a structured way
Ability to work flexibly and adaptably in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment
Demonstrated ability to multitask and respond to changing priorities to meet business needs
Ability to influence and persuade others to support goals or actions without relying on positions of power
Ability to convert business processes into compelling narratives through creative storytelling, high‑impact dashboards, and executive‑level presentations and proposals.
Qualifications:
Completed Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering or equivalent
5 to 7 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing is preferred
Strong project coordination skills, ability to demonstrate junior leadership capabilities
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong communication skills at all levels of the organization
Data-driven mindset with attention to details
Strong sense of accountability
Good skill set in utilizing presentation tools such as: PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI, and other engaging presentation programs
Candidates with prior experience in quality functions are strongly preferred.
GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.
As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.
All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.
Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/about-us/careers/opportunities-asia