Program Manager (m/f/d)

Advantest • Böblingen

  • Full-time

Böblingen

Your duties

The Program Manager for Research and Venture will be responsible for program management and related processes to ramp up our research projects successfully.
He/she will work closely with a cross-functional team consisting of members from operations, field services, spare parts, R&D, product marketing, sales and more.

In this role, the Program Manager will establish and maintain a program plan and structure supported by KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and targets at the executive management level.
The Program Manager will ensure that all stakeholders receive timely and detailed communication. They will work with the various teams to resolve issues that hinder achievement of the related KPIs.

The Program Manager negotiates scope and timelines with technical dependencies that must make adjustments to support the ramp at this strategic customer. They must be a continual learner in technologies and processes, striving to discover new approaches to solving complex problems.

The Program Manager for strategic customer reports directly to the Business Management team.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Project Planning & Scoping: Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with product management, product marketing, and other stakeholders. Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk assessments.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive working environment. Facilitate effective communication and information flow between all project participants.
  • Execution & Monitoring: Oversee the execution of project plans, tracking progress against milestones and deliverables. Proactively identify and resolve issues, mitigate risks, and manage dependencies to ensure project success.
  • Stakeholder Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with all project stakeholders, including senior leadership, engineering, sales, marketing, and external partners. Provide regular project updates and facilitate decision-making.
  • Communication & Reporting: Develop and deliver clear, concise, and timely project status reports, presentations, and documentation to various audiences.
  • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize project management methodologies and processes within the Product Marketing and Product Management organization, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Resource Management: Work with functional managers to secure and allocate necessary resources for project execution.
  • Budget Management (as applicable): Monitor project budgets and ensure expenditures are within approved limits.
  • Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop contingency plans to minimize their impact.
  • Product Launch Support: Coordinate and manage activities related to product launches, ensuring all necessary marketing materials, sales tools, and training are in place.

Your profile

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field. PMP, CSM, or other relevant project management certifications are a strong plus.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in project management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects, ideally within the high-tech, semiconductor, or B2B industrial sectors.
  • Strong understanding of product lifecycle management (PLM) and new product introduction (NPI) processes.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization.
  • Proven ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams without direct authority.
  • Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet) and productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Results-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and on-time delivery.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • MBA or Master's degree.
  • Experience working in the semiconductor Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) market.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
  • Experience with global project teams and diverse cultural backgrounds.

What we offer

At Advantest, you enjoy flexibility

Life is often unpredictable, and there are always surprises along the way. So, we offer you a variety of options that allow you to work flexibly, in line with your current situation – to help you respond to unforeseen events or to plan long-term for a new chapter in your life!

Safeguards for whatever life brings.

No one knows what tomorrow will bring. But what we can do is ensure that you are prepared for anything life throws your way. A company pension, (paid) leaves of absence, and a variety of insurance offerings mean you can look to the future with peace of mind.

Working with us is worth it.

At Advantest, you can be sure of an attractive salary that is reviewed on a yearly basis. In addition, we offer you the chance to share in the company’s success, plus a wide range of meaningful financial benefits.

Grow with us.

Learning is a lifelong process. Whether you are a school or university student, a graduate, or an experienced professional – you are always growing. We offer you diverse ways to broaden your horizons and to take your career at Advantest forward.

Stay fit and healthy with us.

We want you to feel well at Advantest. That is why we offer a wide range of fitness and sport opportunities at all our sites – making it easier to be good to yourself.

Our pride and joy

Since 2017, we have regularly taken part in a comparison of the best employers in Germany. In 2021, our employees again participated in the anonymous and independent survey. The results confirm: We are a Great Place to Work! We first and foremost owe that great result to the people here at Advantest. Each and every day, they prove their dedication, take ownership, and bring passion to their work. And that makes us very proud.

Our pride and joy
Reports
Ayman
Ayman
Technical Project Manager – Hardware Development

In addition to my day-to-day technical responsibilities, I am able to take an active part in the Be ADVANTEST! employee initiative. This focuses on strengthening shared values and cooperation across the company. Ideas suggested by our local initiative have been adopted globally. For me, that alone shows how values, such as empowerment, trust and teamwork, are not just lip service, but a meaningful reality.

Contacts
Kathrin Hinz

Kathrin Hinz

 

+49 (0) 7031.2048.392

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