R&D Strategy & Portfolio Leader (Semiconductors)

Qnity; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Qnity is seeking a CMPT R&D Strategic Planner to translate business and technology strategy into coordinated execution. You will manage portfolio governance, Stage Gate processes, and executive reporting, partnering with marketing, R&D, product management, sales, and finance to align priorities with roadmaps and investments.

The role focuses on governance, decision support, and driving resource planning to maximize growth and portfolio value. Collaboration across leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; 3+ years experience; semiconductor experience required.
• PhD and/or MBA preferred.
• Experience supporting executive decision-making, Stage Gate, and portfolio reviews preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive strategic plans aligning business priorities, customer needs, technology roadmaps, and portfolio investments.
• Monitor execution, identify gaps, and recommend actions to support leadership decisions.
• Lead portfolio governance, prioritization, and performance reviews; balance near-term opportunities with long-term investments.
• Assess business cases, investment needs, and resource trade-offs; provide scenario analysis and recommendations.
• Deliver concise, decision-oriented portfolio performance reports and actions required.
• Support the Global CMP R&D Director through staff planning and decision facilitation.
• Own and enhance the Stage Gate process with data-driven governance and accountability.
• Establish portfolio and innovation metrics; drive continuous improvement through post-launch reviews.

Skills

Strategic planning

Portfolio management

Executive reporting

R&D operations

Business operations

Education

Master's degree in Engineering, Science, or Business

PhD and/or MBA preferred

Job description

Qnity is seeking a CMPT R&D Strategic Planner to translate business and technology strategy into coordinated execution. You will manage portfolio governance, Stage Gate processes, and executive reporting, partnering with marketing, R&D, product management, sales, and finance to align priorities with roadmaps and investments.

The role focuses on governance, decision support, and driving resource planning to maximize growth and portfolio value. Collaboration across leadership is essential.