APAC Strategy Lead

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING 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 APAC Strategy Lead will drive AMD's regional growth strategy, aligning market opportunities, customer insights, and ecosystem trends with AMD's global objectives. This role requires a strategic thinker and operator — someone who combines analytical rigor, market foresight, and cross-functional influence to accelerate AMD's leadership across Data Center CPU/GPU, AI, and Client (Commercial and Consumer) markets. THE PERSON: You are a strategic thinker and operator with deep knowledge of the APAC technology ecosystem. You thrive in dynamic environments, bring clarity to complexity, and influence cross-functional teams to deliver impactful outcomes. You are comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders, building partnerships, and driving execution across diverse markets. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategic Planning & Market Intelligence Lead APAC strategic planning in alignment with global corporate strategy. Identify growth opportunities across markets (Data Center, AI (CPU/GPU), Commercial/Consumer PC, Edge, and Gaming). Develop actionable insights from competitive intelligence, market modeling, and technology trend analysis. Drive regional portfolio optimization and investment prioritization. Cross-Functional Leadership Partner with regional sales, marketing, and business units to ensure consistent strategic direction and execution. Collaborate with global strategy and product teams to shape AMD's go-to-market and ecosystem roadmap in APAC. Support country-level strategy development, especially in high-impact markets (Korea, ASEAN, ANZ). Corporate & Ecosystem Engagement Support regional alliances with governments, hyperscalers, OEMs, ODMs, and AI startups. Provide strategic input for partnerships, and joint ventures in the region. Represent AMD in strategic industry forums and executive engagements. Performance & Execution Track strategic initiatives, KPIs, and progress against regional goals. Develop business cases and financial models for new market or product opportunities. Drive quarterly business reviews and executive reporting on APAC performance and outlook. PREFERRED EXPERIENCES: Experience in strategy, management consulting, or corporate development, ideally in semiconductors, cloud, or technology sectors. Deep understanding of the APAC technology ecosystem and key market dynamics. Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional initiatives. Exceptional communication and executive presentation skills. Passion for innovation, data-driven decision-making, and AMD's mission. ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field required. MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred. Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr