Sales Support - Forecast Specialist Job Listing at AMD in Bayan Lepas, Penang (Job ID 79197-en-us)

Description

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At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you'll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world's most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond.  Together, we advance your career.  

THE ROLE:

The Forecast Specialist is responsible for delivering accurate, consistent, and well-supported sales forecasts for assigned regions/sub-regions. Operating from the Penang hub, this role validates regional forecast submissions by reviewing Salesforce pipeline data alongside supplemental data sources and regional inputs.

The Forecast Specialist serves as a key control point in the shipment forecast process, ensuring adherence to forecasting standards, identifying risks and variances, and providing clear, data-driven insights to regional leadership and executive stakeholders. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Forecast Validation & Analysis

• Validate regional forecast submissions against established BMO forecasting standards and timelines
• Review pipeline-based forecasts using Salesforce opportunity data
• Analyze supplemental data sources including:
• Historical performance trends
• Consumption, POS, and rebate claim data
• Qualitative input from GAMs and regional leaders
• Identify forecast gaps, risks, and inconsistencies

Forecast Governance & Discipline

• Enforce forecast methodology, definitions, and submission discipline
• Ensure forecast categories, assumptions, and supporting data are consistently applied
• Challenge unsupported assumptions using factual, data-driven analysis
• Escalate material risks and variances in accordance with RBO governance guidelines
• Validate supporting documentation confirms shipment as forecasted ahead of any required leadership approvals

Reporting & Insights

• Produce standardized forecast reports, summaries, and variance analysis
• Track forecast accuracy, bias, and volatility over time
• Provide clear commentary on forecast movements, risks, and key drivers
• Support forecast review meetings and executive readouts

Collaboration & Alignment

• Partner closely with SFDC Data Quality Specialists to ensure upstream data integrity
• Collaborate with Revenue Management team on material forecasts at End Customer requiring supply support
• Work with regional sales leadership to clarify assumptions and resolve forecast issues
• Align with the Penang COE Site Lead on analytical standards and delivery best practices

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of experience in forecasting, sales operations, financial analysis, or a related function
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with Salesforce or comparable CRM systems
• Ability to communicate complex data clearly to stakeholders
• Experience supporting regional or global sales organizations
• Strong Excel and reporting skills; familiarity with BI tools preferred
• Experience operating in a shared services or COE environment
• Detail-oriented and disciplined in data review
• Comfortable challenging data and assumptions while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships
• Able to operate effectively in a matrixed organization
• Consistently apply governance and standards under time pressure

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Analytics, Business, or a related field

LOCATION:

Penang, Malaysia

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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.

AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position.  AMD's “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.