Onto Innovation · 2 days ago
Principal Program Manager
Milpitas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $240K/yrOnto Innovation is a leader in process control and semiconductor technologies, seeking a Principal Program Manager to oversee Product Lifecycle programs. This role involves end-to-end accountability for material strategy, sourcing execution, and cost control, requiring cross-functional collaboration and strategic leadership to ensure the success of next-generation products.
3D TechnologyManufacturingSemiconductor
Hiring Manager
Jenna Alisch
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
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
Onto Innovation stands alone in process control with our unique perspective across the semiconductor value chain.
Founded in 2019
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (16)
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2023 (12)
2022 (18)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1999-11-12IPO
Leadership Team
Chris Seams
Chairman Of The Board
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