Manager /Sr Manager - Infineon India Strategic Programs

Infineon Technologies AG; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies AG is seeking a Manager for Infineon India Strategic Programs in Bengaluru. The role involves supporting the MD in strategic planning and program management across various functions, enhancing employer branding, and fostering innovation.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering with an MBA and possesses 8–12 years of relevant experience in program management or strategy within the technology sector.

Join us to embrace diversity and contribute in a dynamic environment at Infineon.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience in program management or strategy.
• Experience in technology, semiconductor, or high-tech industries.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support MD in defining strategic initiatives.
• Drive annual planning for employer branding and innovation.
• Prepare strategic briefs and presentations for leadership.

Skills

Program management

Strategic planning

Communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering with an MBA

Job description

Manager, Infineon India Strategic Programs

Infineon India is the second largest and fastest‑growing Global Capability Site in our network, with nearly 3,000 staff across R&D, Product & Technical Marketing, Application Engineering, Digitalisation, Supply Chain and more. It plans to grow to over 4,500 staff in 3‑4 years. The Manager, Infineon India Strategic Programs, is based in the MD’s Office and will act as a strategic enabler and trusted partner to the MD.

Your Role

Key responsibilities in your new role:

Strategic Planning & Program Management

• Support the MD in defining and executing strategic initiatives across R&D, Supply Chain, Applications, IT, and other functions.
• Drive the annual planning cycle for employer branding, innovation, employee engagement, and ecosystem partnerships.
• Plan, manage and track budgets associated with these initiatives, ensuring impact and cost effectiveness.
• Prepare strategic briefs, reports and presentations for leadership and external engagements.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and metrics to track progress against strategic priorities.
• Ensure follow‑up and accountability across teams for timely completion of actions.

Employer Branding & External Relations

• Partner with HR, Communications, IT, and business leaders to design and implement employer branding initiatives.
• Coordinate programs with universities, research institutions, and startups to strengthen Infineon India’s ecosystem presence.
• Support the MD in preparing for external forums, industry conferences, and academic interactions.

Innovation & Ecosystem Engagement

• Manage initiatives to foster innovation across the site, including idea challenges, hackathons, and incubator/startup partnerships.
• Track outcomes from innovation and ecosystem engagement programs.

Leadership & Stakeholder Support

• Ensure structured planning, alignment, and execution of leadership team decisions.
• Prepare strategic briefs, presentations, and communication material for leadership and external stakeholders.
• Anticipate risks, flag potential gaps, and proactively propose solutions.

Your Profile

Qualifications and skills to help you succeed:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering with an MBA, preferably specialising in strategy.
• 8–12 years of experience in program management, strategy, or leadership support roles in technology, semiconductor, or global high‑tech industries.
• Prior experience working in the CEO/Managing Director’s office and managing cross‑functional projects.
• Strong program management and organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate strategy into actionable execution plans and manage budgets.
• Analytical mindset with the capability to track and report metrics effectively.
• Comfort in dealing with ambiguity, high‑paced environments, and multiple priorities.
• Exposure to employer branding, university/industry partnerships, or innovation ecosystems will be an advantage.

Employment Opportunity

We embrace diversity and inclusion and welcome everyone for who they are. At Infineon, we offer a working environment characterized by trust, openness, respect, and tolerance and are committed to giving all applicants and employees equal opportunities. We base our recruiting decisions on the applicant’s experience and skills.