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Onto Innovation · 1 day ago

Principal Program Manager

positionMilpitas, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityLead/Staff
money$160K/yr - $240K/yr

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control within the semiconductor industry, and they are seeking a Principal Program Manager to oversee material strategy and sourcing execution for product lifecycle programs. This role is crucial for driving scalability, supply assurance, and cost optimization, requiring cross-functional collaboration with engineering, sourcing, quality, and manufacturing teams.

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Responsibilities

Act as the single owner of the material strategy and sourcing execution for assigned PLC programs
Partner with engineering early in design to influence specifications, identify long-lead and critical parts, and drive cost-effective, scalable design decisions
Forecast and communicate materials, engineering, and manufacturing needs to suppliers; lead early engagement to minimize risk and ensure readiness
Lead the Materials Core Team, driving cross-functional accountability through matrix leadership (buyers, planners, production control)
Develop, release, and continuously refine project-level materials strategy with minimal supervision
Drive source decisions and BOM cost ownership from initial concept through ramp; collaborate with Commodity Business Managers as needed
Support supplier negotiations, perform make-vs-buy analysis, and guide selection using structured risk assessments and preferred supplier frameworks
Monitor and manage supplier performance (delivery, quality, cost); lead escalation and resolution of quality and fulfillment issues
Drive commercialization materials readiness, transition planning, and change control for new product launches
Track and report on key KPIs (cost, schedule, risk), including total landed cost and supplier readiness metrics

Qualification

Material strategySourcing executionCross-functional leadershipSupplier negotiationsProject managementAnalytical skillsCommunication skills

Required

Act as the single owner of the material strategy and sourcing execution for assigned PLC programs
Partner with engineering early in design to influence specifications, identify long-lead and critical parts, and drive cost-effective, scalable design decisions
Forecast and communicate materials, engineering, and manufacturing needs to suppliers; lead early engagement to minimize risk and ensure readiness
Lead the Materials Core Team, driving cross-functional accountability through matrix leadership (buyers, planners, production control)
Develop, release, and continuously refine project-level materials strategy with minimal supervision
Drive source decisions and BOM cost ownership from initial concept through ramp; collaborate with Commodity Business Managers as needed
Support supplier negotiations, perform make-vs-buy analysis, and guide selection using structured risk assessments and preferred supplier frameworks
Monitor and manage supplier performance (delivery, quality, cost); lead escalation and resolution of quality and fulfillment issues
Drive commercialization materials readiness, transition planning, and change control for new product launches
Track and report on key KPIs (cost, schedule, risk), including total landed cost and supplier readiness metrics

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
PTO
401(k) with employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Wellness initiatives

Company

Onto Innovation

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Onto Innovation stands alone in process control with our unique perspective across the semiconductor value chain.
dateFounded in 2019
location
Wilmington, Massachusetts, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.ontoinnovation.com

H1B Sponsorship

Onto Innovation has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (16)
2024 (26)
2023 (12)
2022 (18)
2021 (13)
2020 (20)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
1999-11-12IPO

Leadership Team

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Chris Seams
Chairman Of The Board
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Recent News

Benzinga.com
Beyond The Numbers: 8 Analysts Discuss Onto Innovation Stock
2026-01-06
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Onto Innovation Receives TSMC Honor for “Excellent Production Support”
2025-12-22
Business Wire
Onto Innovation Completes Acquisition of Unique Materials Composition and Electrical Analysis Product Lines from Semilab International
2025-11-18
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