Description
Compensation: $129,200 - $172,200 per year (SF Bay area candidates only)
the exact compensation may vary based upon skills,& experience
Although we’re small, we’re mighty and influence and impact society at large positively. At SEMI, we offer opportunities to connect and interact with world leaders, industry legends, and rising stars. We help our members develop public and private policies to strengthen global supply chains and promote business growth and prosperity. Learn and grow professionally through career opportunities such as rotational assignments. Contribute by influencing and impacting an industry that is the foundation for innovation and positive change in areas like environmental sustainability, thought leadership, and DE&I. We take pride in offering work-life balance so you can live your personal and professional life to the fullest.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Individuals of all ages, all people of color, women, women of color, individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, and all other individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
THE ROLE:
SEMI fosters innovation & collaboration across the global electronics supply chain through its 15 Technology Communities, 4 Smart Initiatives, 150 committees and 15 partners offering a wealth of opportunities for business and professional growth.
We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to drive strategic technical initiatives that align with organizational goals, lead and manage collaborative projects to address critical challenges, and create new revenue-generating products and services. In addition, the Program Manager will build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, provide technical oversight and guidance, and stay updated with industry trends. This role will also include automating and improving workflows, maintaining databases, and analyzing software applications to ensure project success and optimize processes. Visit our Communities.
This is a full-time, exempt position which reports directly to the Senior Director of Manufacturing Collaboration and is based in Milpitas, CA.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Planning and Execution
- Drive strategic technical initiatives that align with organizational goals
- Proactively identify and mitigate risks and issues that arise
Product/Service Development & Leadership
- Lead, Plan & Manage Member Collaborative Projects & Working Groups (WG) to address common critical challenges and drive execution to achieve mission and deliverables
- Create new revenue-generating product and/or services offerings for the community (e.g. Assessment models, technology solution use case databases, etc.)
- Data Analysis & Technical Support for Collaborative Projects & Products
Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key member stakeholders (as primary contact for communication)
- Communicate initiative and/or project vision, goals, and progress effectively to internal or external stakeholders
- Engage with the SEMI Membership team to identify, recruit, and onboard new members
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment
Technical Expertise
- Provide technical oversight, guidance, support & insights to ensure project success
- Stay updated with industry trends and integrate best practices into projects
- Contribute to member-led efforts such as roadmaps, frameworks, requirements, gap analysis etc.
- Analyze member-requested surveys on technical, engineering, and logistics topics
Workflow Processes and Improvement
- Automate and improve existing workflows
- Build, maintain and optimize existing inquiry databases (e.g. VBA programming) and track member requests
- Analyze and maintain existing software applications and databases (e.g., SalesForce, NetSuite)
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE:
- The program manager creates and runs high-value, interactive programs where members get to collaborate and network in a fun and productive environment, both in-person and on-line
- Members feel important and valued, and are responded to promptly
- Membership continues to increase, and member retention rates remain high
CRITICIAL SKILLS:
- Semiconductor Product Design and/or Manufacturing Experience
- Technical aptitude and willingness to learn
- Displaying strong presentation skills with comfort and credibility
- Program Management experience
- Strong communication skills - verbal, written, and presentation
- Problem solving, planning & execution
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Self-Motivated, Accountable & Dependable
- Extreme customer focus – responsive, helpful and honest with our members
- Teamwork - works and communicates well in a cross-functional team environment
KNOWLEDGE OR EXPERIENCE:
- MS.in relevant engineering or related disciplines
- Semiconductor/Electronics product development (design or manufacturing) experience (min. 3 years)
- 3+ years’ experience in technical program/project management, PMP certification a plus
- Strong English communication (speaking, writing, presenting) and cross-cultural skills are necessary
- Demonstrated business acumen and experience on developing new revenue generating offerings
- Experience with CRM (SalesForce), Microsoft Office, & Social Media (LinkedIn)
- Experience with website maintenance & survey tools (e.g. Qualtrics, Survey Monkey, etc.) desired but can train
- Expected travel < 10%
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
The ideal candidate is an outgoing people-person who enjoys interacting with a wide variety of personalities in various roles from different member companies. You are a good listener that hears member requests, suggestions, and feedback, then provides considered responses in a timely fashion. An enthusiastic, creative thinker that is always looking for ways to improve our meetings, services and member engagement experience.
ABOUT SEMI
SEMI is the global industry association representing the electronics manufacturing and design supply chain, connecting over 3,000 member companies and 1.3 million professionals worldwide. SEMI members are responsible for the innovations in materials, design, equipment, software, devices, and services that enable smarter, faster more powerful, and more affordable electronic products. Since 1970, SEMI has built connections that have helped its members prosper, create new markets, and address common industry challenges together. SEMI maintains offices in Berlin, Brussels, Hsinchu, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, Tokyo, Milpitas and Washington, D.C. For more information about SEMI, please visit us at SEMI.org.
SEMI is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. We want to have the best available person in every job. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, (includes language use and possession of a driver’s license issued to persons unable to prove their presence in the United States is authorized under federal law), ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. Discrimination can also include failing to reasonably accommodate religious practices or qualified individuals with disabilities where the accommodation does not post an undue hardship. All discrimination is unlawful.
