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Position Summary
The CMPT R&D Strategic Planner translates business and technology strategy into coordinated execution by managing strategic planning, portfolio governance, Stage Gate processes, executive reporting, and leadership operating rhythms. This role partners with marketing, R&D, product management, sales, finance, and business leadership to align customer and market priorities with technology roadmaps, investment decisions, and resource requirements.
The Strategic Planner serves as an objective, analytical partner to CMPT R&D leadership, improving portfolio visibility, challenging assumptions, identifying gaps, and driving effective follow-through. This role owns planning and governance processes and provides recommendations; final investment, prioritization, resource allocation, and Stage Gate decisions remain with designated leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Execution Planning
Develop and drive strategic plans that align business priorities, customer needs, technology roadmaps, and portfolio investments. Monitor execution, identify gaps, and recommend actions to support leadership decisions.
Portfolio Management
Lead portfolio governance, prioritization, and performance reviews. Balance near-term customer opportunities with long-term technology investments and recommend actions to optimize portfolio value.
Investment & Resource Planning
Assess business cases, investment needs, and resource trade-offs. Provide scenario analysis and recommendations to maximize growth, returns, and organizational capacity.
Executive Reporting
Deliver concise, decision-oriented reporting on portfolio performance, business results, risks, opportunities, and actions required.
Leadership Operations
Support the Global CMP R&D Director through staff meeting planning, decision facilitation, action tracking, and execution of strategic initiatives.
Stage Gate Governance
Own and enhance the Stage Gate process, ensuring data-driven decisions, governance discipline, accountability, and execution readiness.
Performance & Value Realization
Establish portfolio and innovation metrics, track business outcomes, and drive continuous improvement through post-launch and post-project reviews.
Process Excellence
Simplify planning, governance, and reporting processes through digital tools, automation, and change management to improve effectiveness and transparency.
Required qualifications
· Master's degree in Engineering, Science, Business, or related field required.
· 3+ years of relevant experience required; 5+ years preferred.
· Semiconductor industry experience required; CMP experience preferred.
Preferred qualifications
· PhD and/or MBA preferred.
· Experience in strategic planning, portfolio management, product management, R&D operations, or business operations preferred.
· Experience supporting executive decision-making, Stage Gate, portfolio reviews, and business case development preferred.
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Qnity offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page.
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Skills Required
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Science, Business, or a related field
- At least 3 years of relevant experience
- Semiconductor industry experience
- At least 5 years of relevant experience
- CMP experience
- PhD and/or MBA
- Experience in strategic planning, portfolio management, product management, R&D operations, or business operations
- Experience supporting executive decision-making, Stage Gate processes, portfolio reviews, and business case development
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What We Do
Qnity Electronics, Inc. is a premier technology provider across the semiconductor and advanced electronics value chain. It specializes in providing high-performance materials and integration expertise to enable breakthroughs in AI, high-performance computing, and advanced connectivity. Its offerings range from semiconductor chip manufacturing solutions to high-speed transmission materials for complex electronic systems, serving as a critical partner in the global electronics ecosystem.
