Global Senior Program Manager

Are you ready to lead complex engineering programs within the semiconductor industry? As Senior Program Manager, you drive multidisciplinary global projects from concept to delivery, working closely with leading customers, engineering teams and operations.

You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of development programs, from the initial customer request and concept phase through industrialization and customer delivery. Working closely with engineering, operations, supply chain and our customers, you ensure technical ambitions are translated into successful business outcomes.

Your main responsibilities are:

Lead complex Design & Engineering programs from concept development through manufacturing ramp-up and customer delivery.

Drive program execution across multidisciplinary teams of up to 50 engineers located across multiple global Benchmark sites.

Take ownership of program scope, planning, budget, risks and key decision-making throughout the entire lifecycle.

Align technical experts, project leaders and stakeholders around shared goals, priorities and deliverables.

Work closely with operations, supply chain and external partners to ensure products are ready for successful industrialization and production.

Act as the primary point of contact for customers, providing clear communication on progress, risks, decisions and their business impact.

Create structure, alignment and momentum in technically complex environments where customer expectations, engineering challenges and business objectives come together.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the frontier of semiconductor technology, leading strategic programs that have a direct impact on both our customers' success and Benchmark's future growth.

Why do you want this position?
Because few roles offer this combination of technical complexity, global collaboration and strategic impact. You will lead high-profile semiconductor programs, work directly with industry-leading customers, and drive the successful delivery of innovative products from concept through manufacturing, leaving a visible mark on both our organization and the future of semiconductor technology.

What do we offer?
At Benchmark, you work on products that truly matter. We are an organization where you are given freedom, where entrepreneurship is rewarded, and where you have the opportunity to turn your ideas into reality. We offer a dynamic environment with plenty of room to grow, take ownership, and advance your career. You will be part of a global company while still enjoying the down-to-earth culture that Twente is known for.

At Benchmark, you will find challenging work, a high level of trust, and extensive opportunities for personal and professional development. You will work alongside pragmatic colleagues in an informal culture, supported by attractive employment conditions that enable long-term success.

In addition, we offer:

A competitive salary of up to €9,000 gross per month, based on full-time employment, depending on your experience, expertise, and background.

revenue-based quarterly bonus scheme with a maximum payout of 5% of your quarterly salary.

Enjoy 40 days of paid leave per year (27 vacation days plus 13 additional ADV days).

Personal growth and development, with a tailored development path that aligns with your ambitions and the needs of the business.

Flexibility in how you organize your workweek, enabling you to balance work and personal life in a way that works for you.

A strong engineering-driven knowledge culture, where collaboration, knowledge sharing, and innovation are central. Through initiatives such as Lunch & Learn Sessions and Pitch Discovery Sessions, you will have ample opportunities to learn, inspire others, and develop new ideas.

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