Commercial Channel Insights Specialist

Overview:
**WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING**

We care deeply about transforming lives with AMD technology to enrich our industry, our communities, and the world. Our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences - the building blocks for the data center, artificial intelligence, PCs, gaming and embedded. Underpinning our mission is the AMD culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges. We strive for execution excellence while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives.

AMD together we advance_

**Responsibilities**:
**THE ROLE**:
AMD is seeking a highly analytical Channel Commercial Insights Specialist to support **APAC Channel Operations**, driving evidence-based decision-making and business growth through advanced analytics and actionable insights. This leadership role not only delivers deep market intelligence, performance analytics, and strategic recommendations to optimize AMD’s channel operations.

**THE PERSON**:
**Key Focus Areas**:

- Developing and executing an advanced analytics and insights strategy that supports APAC Channel Operations and drives business optimization.
- Leveraging data analytics, market insights, and strategic planning to deliver actionable recommendations to commercial and channel leadership.
- Enhancing partner performance, sales effectiveness, and operational efficiency through timely, data-informed decisions.
- Driving strategic initiatives that improve channel and distribution effectiveness through in-depth analysis, reporting automation, and process optimization.

**Key RESPONSIBILITIES**:
**Business Insights & Analytics**:

- Develop and maintain a robust business management system for tracking key metrics across Commercial, Consumer, Component, Embedded, and FAE segments.
- Analyze channel sales, partner performance, and market trends to generate insights that fuel sales growth and business expansion.
- Build forecasting models and predictive analytics tools to identify growth opportunities and mitigate risks.
- Track sell-in, sell-through, and inventory levels to optimize supply chain efficiency and partner performance.

**Sales & Operations Planning (SOP)**:

- Lead weekly sales and operations cadence meetings, planning sessions, and business deep dives across the APJ region.
- Deliver commercial insights and data-driven recommendations to improve partner coverage, sales productivity, and revenue growth.
- Support quarterly sales target setting, goal attainment analysis, and performance tracking in collaboration with Sales and Finance.

**Executive Reporting & Storytelling**:

- Prepare compelling executive-level reports, dashboards, and presentations that clearly communicate business performance and strategic opportunities.
- Automate and optimize reporting workflows to ensure efficient, accurate, and accessible business insights delivery.
- Translate complex data into concise, business-relevant narratives for senior leadership audiences.

**Cross-Functional Collaboration & Process Optimization**:

- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Product, Channel Operations, and Finance teams to embed data-driven decision-making across the business.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting efficiency, data integrity, and operational excellence.
- Align regional analytics initiatives with global strategies, ensuring consistency and scalability.

**Key Competencies & Skills**
- ** Analytical & Technical Expertise**:

- Strong background in data modeling, analytics, and visualization using Excel, Power BI, and Tableau.
- Proficiency in SQL and database querying to support self-service data access and advanced analytics.
- Ability to extract actionable insights from complex or incomplete datasets.
- ** Business & Commercial Acumen**:

- In-depth understanding of channel and distribution models, including sell-in/sell-through metrics, demand planning, and retail dynamics.
- Solid experience in sales operations, business planning, and performance optimization.
- Strong commercial storytelling and executive presentation skills.
- ** Execution & Operational Excellence**:

- High attention to detail, with a strong focus on data quality and reporting accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight timelines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Self-motivated, results-oriented, and adept at driving process improvements.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for team management and cross-functional collaboration.

**PREFFERED EXPERIENCE**:

- 5-7 years of experience in Sales Operations, Business Analytics, or Commercial Insights roles.
- Strong technical proficiency in Power BI, Excel, Tableau, SQL (preferred), and CRM/reporting systems.
- Experience in the IT or semiconductor industry, ideally within channel-focused roles.
- Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in cross-functional, high-growth