Manager, Business & Program Development

The Manager, Business & Program Development will provide strategic leadership to enhance the organization’s overall growth. This role involves spearheading business development efforts, creating and executing impactful programs, and fostering collaboration to drive revenue and achieve organizational objectives. Additionally, the Manager will lead the business development and program team in diversity and SMART MedTech, and Sustainability Initiatives in Southeast Asia to raise awareness and attract talents for the industry. This is a full-time position and reports directly to the Director, Business & Program Development at SEMI SEA Office.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate can communicate internally and externally to meet the company’s overall target goal. The candidate is self-driven and collaborates closely with other senior leaders to drive the organization’s overall success.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Increase programs relevancy and value to members – Develop new content for programs. Work closely with program committees, as they set program objectives and develop content. Assist in preparing meetings and project plans to meet program needs. Ensure quality of speakers and presentation materials.
• Create and develop new digital programs – increase values to members.
• Provide strategies for SEMI Southeast Asia – Play a vital role in contributing to strategizing for the expansion of the SEA region market, encompassing budget management and performing ROI analysis.
• Take the lead in Key Account Management to ensure sustained growth and success.
• Manage, develop and execute the business growth and Go-to-market strategies for new service.
• Conduct and execute business plans for new SEMI products services and platforms to support SEMI’s larger span of the global electronics manufacturing supply chain in areas such as semiconductor equipment and materials, semiconductor manufacturing, automotive electronics, medical electronics, flexible and hybrid electronics, MEMS, Advanced Packaging (+ other IoT markets).
• Develop strategic partnerships (industrial, Public, Associations) for new segments (horizontally and vertically).
• Assess and prioritize SEMI’s targeted engagement in vertical and horizontal/adjacent supply chain segments.
• Strategic Planning – Contribute to the development of organizational strategies to drive sustainable growth.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE:

• Successful implementation of impactful programs.
• Work closely with senior management to align business and program development initiatives with overall company objectives.
• Identify new business opportunities and partnerships to expand market presence.

CRITICAL SKILLS:

• Working with regional offices and partners to identify target client markets and developing outreach strategies.
• Ability to create and communicate a long-term vision while balancing short term goals.
• Provide effective leadership to the business and program development teams.
• Demonstrate sound judgement in evaluating creative ideas and suggestions and adeptly manage the processes with effectiveness and efficiency.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE OR PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE:

• Education - B.S./B.A. degree in semiconductor or related field or an equivalence in working experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in business development or related roles.
• Knowledge of the semiconductor industry is mandatory with good contact points in E&E ecosystem.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills as demonstrated by ability to work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and articulate clear organizational vision.

ABOUT SEMI SEMI is the global industry association representing the electronics manufacturing 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.