Western Digital Director Ecosystem Product Management 

Mexico, Veracruz 

184597812

Here’s how you can help.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ecosystem Strategy

• Define and execute a comprehensive strategy for integrating Western Digital’s products into the broader ecosystem, ensuring compatibility and alignment with industry standards and partner technologies.
• Drive product innovation and adoption by identifying new opportunities within the ecosystem and aligning them with long-term business goals.

Product Integration

• Manage the lifecycle of flash storage products to ensure they are optimized for integration into partner platforms, devices, and applications.
• Coordinate SanDisk product compatibility testing and acceptance with host ecosystem partners to ensure seamless integration, performance optimization, and readiness for market adoption.
• Collaborate with internal compatibility labs to analyze use cases, ensure product performance, and support the qualification of new products and platforms.

Collaboration and Advocacy

• Work with product management, engineering, and marketing teams across business units to align product offerings with ecosystem requirements and technology roadmaps.
• Advocate for Western Digital’s technologies to host device companies, demonstrating their value and fostering trust-based relationships.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Coordinate efforts across engineering, product management, marketing, sales, and business development to align product strategies with ecosystem goals.
• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of product launches, ecosystem alignment, and go-to-market strategies.

Technology Adoption

• Drive adoption of Western Digital’s technologies by building ecosystem support for new products, such as microSD Express and SD.
• Identify and address ecosystem needs, ensuring Western Digital’s products are widely supported by partner platforms and host devices.

Team Leadership and Strategic Alignment

• Lead and mentor the Ecosystem Product Management team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and collaboration.
• Act as a key advisor to the VP, providing strategic insights and operational support to align ecosystem initiatives with product and organizational goals.

Performance Management

• Establish KPIs and performance metrics to evaluate the success of ecosystem initiatives and product integration.
• Provide executive-level reports and insights on ecosystem and product alignment, identifying areas for improvement and growth opportunities.

REQUIRED:

• 10+ years of experience in product management, ecosystem development, or technology adoption within the consumer electronics or technology industry.
• Proven track record of driving the integration of products into broader ecosystems and influencing technology adoption.

SKILLS:

• In-depth understanding of flash storage technologies, including microSD Express, SD, and USB, and their applications in consumer electronics.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to align diverse teams toward common goals.
• Expertise in product lifecycle management and ecosystem integration strategies.

Additional Requirements

• Familiarity with industry standards, host device compatibility, and product testing processes.
• Willingness to travel as needed to meet with partners and internal teams.
• Alignment with Western Digital’s core values and mission.