Principal, Program Manager- Business Operations

Job Title:

Principal, Program Manager- Business Operations

Job Description:

Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission.

The Role:

Entegris is currently seeking a Principal Program Manager- Business Operations to join our team. This position will be based in our Aurora, IL, or Hillsboro, OR location.

The Principal Program Manager- Business Operations is responsible for leading large-scale strategic initiatives affecting the broad market. This role   provides cross-functional integration and execution leadership across complex programs that span product development, customer qualification, manufacturing readiness, operational scale-up, supply chain, quality, and commercial execution. In addition, the role supports the development of Business Unit operating mechanisms, performance visibility, and governance processes that enable effective execution and leadership decision-making.

The successful candidate will serve as the primary integrator across multiple functions, ensuring alignment of business objectives, technical execution, customer requirements, and operational readiness. This role requires the ability to influence senior leaders, drive decision-making in ambiguous environments, and successfully execute high-impact initiatives that support long-term business growth.

 

What You’ll Do:

• Lead complex cross-functional initiatives from planning through implementation, aligning technical, operational, commercial, and customer requirements.
• Develop integrated execution plans, establish clear governance, and drive resolution of risks, dependencies, resource conflicts, and organizational barriers.
• Coordinate product, customer qualification, manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial readiness for broad market launches and other strategic transitions.
• Determine where alternative materials or technologies should intercept product qualifications and lead execution of the approach
• Provide clear visibility to progress, risks, decisions, and resource needs, and drive accountability across functions without direct authority; Determine how to apply lessons learned to improve execution of future strategic initiatives.
• Partner with business leaders to translate strategic priorities into actionable plans, ensuring alignment across functions and timely execution of key business objectives.
• Develop and improve business operating mechanisms, performance metrics, and governance processes that support leadership decision-making, organizational effectiveness, and execution against business objectives.

What We Seek:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or related discipline.

• 12+ years of experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives in a manufacturing, technology, engineering, operations, or product development environment.

• Demonstrated success leading strategic initiatives requiring coordination across multiple global functions.

• Experience driving commercialization, manufacturing readiness, product launches, operational scale-up, or technology implementation programs.

• Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.

• Proven ability to influence decision-making without direct organizational authority.

• Experience managing multiple priorities in highly dynamic environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (MBA, MS, PhD, or equivalent).
• PMP, PgMP, or similar program management certification.
• Experience supporting major product launches and customer qualification programs.
• Experience working within CMP, semiconductor, advanced materials, specialty chemicals, or related industries.

Leadership Behaviors:

PACE Values

• People & Teamwork
• Accountability, Integrity & Trust
• Creativity & Innovation
• Dedication to Excellence

Success Factors

• Thinks strategically while driving disciplined execution.
• Creates alignment across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Anticipates business, technical, and operational risks before they materialize.
• Demonstrates strong ownership and bias for action.
• Navigates ambiguity and effectively drives clarity.
• Builds credibility through influence, collaboration, and results.
• Maintains focus on customer success and business outcomes.
• Operates with an enterprise mindset and balances competing priorities across functions.

 

Impact of the Role:

The role delivers strategic value by directly influencing business growth, customer satisfaction, execution excellence, and long-term organizational success.

What we offer:

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Compensation: $148,000.00-$197,000.00 a year range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role
• Annual bonus eligible
• Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting 
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Education assistance to support your learning journey
• A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence
• Company anticipates the application window closing approximately 5 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require Company to shorten or extend the application window

Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

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