Senior NPI Program Manager – Semiconductors

Celestica; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica in Portland, OR seeks an accomplished Program Manager to lead New Product Introduction projects for semiconductor accounts. The role focuses on guiding complex initiatives through matrix-driven teams, ensuring milestones, budgets, and product quality align with customer expectations.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in program management within semiconductors, and a Bachelor's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, plus PMP or equivalent certification.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant project/program management experience in the semiconductor industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
• Ability to align cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders without direct reporting authority.

Responsibilities

• NPI & Account Management: primary interface with customer leadership and internal teams for high-complexity NPI.
• Project Planning & Execution: develop and implement end-to-end program plans across product lifecycles.
• Cross-Functional Matrix Leadership: drive accounts teams (Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Quality) to deliver on time and on scope.
• Risk Mitigation & Problem Resolution: identify risks and constraints and apply risk management methodologies.
• Stakeholder Communication: lead regular tracking meetings and provide status updates for reviews.
• Financial & Inventory Control: manage revenues, margins, and inventory impacts.
• Customer Advocacy: maintain proactive customer communications and resolve issues.

Skills

Program management

NPI management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

Bachelors in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

PMP or equivalent certification

Job description

Celestica in Portland, OR seeks an accomplished Program Manager to lead New Product Introduction projects for semiconductor accounts. The role focuses on guiding complex initiatives through matrix-driven teams, ensuring milestones, budgets, and product quality align with customer expectations.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in program management within semiconductors, and a Bachelor's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, plus PMP or equivalent certification.