AMD Snatches Manufacturing Chief From IBMAMD Snatches Manufacturing Chief From IBM

Advanced Micro Devices has grabbed an IBM executive to serve as the chipmaker's new head of manufacturing and supply chain management.

Douglas Grose is stepping into the role of AMD's senior VP of technology development, manufacturing, and supply chain. He comes straight from IBM, where he was the general manager of technology development and manufacturing for the systems and technology group.

In his new position, Grose will have worldwide responsibility for AMD's global manufacturing and process technology operations, as well as overall supply chain management. Manufacturing responsibilities include AMD-owned facilities, along with all current foundry relationships.

He succeeds Daryl Ostrander, who will retire this year.

"Over the last decade AMD's manufacturing operations have risen to a leadership position in the industry, with our fabs recognized for their high levels of technology innovation, productivity, and efficiency," said Dirk Meyer, AMD's president and chief operating officer, in a statement. "Doug joins AMD with a proven track record of operational excellence, and we look forward to his leadership as we intelligently scale our capacity and execute on a number of major strategic initiatives to further enhance our manufacturing capabilities in the coming years."

Meyer also extended his appreciation to the retiring Ostrander, saying the company's growth would not have been possible without the manufacturing capabilities that he helped set up.