Sr Manager, Programs

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car, and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today! 

UCT is looking for a talented Sr Manager, Programs to join us in Israel!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead end‑to‑end planning, execution, and monitoring of multi‑stream, cross-functional programs.
• Establish and maintain structured governance: program plans, RAID logs, milestones, KPIs, communication plans, and executive reporting.
• Drive alignment across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, finance, IT, and customer teams.
• Identify program risks early, develop mitigation plans, and escalate critical issues as needed.
• Facilitate decision‑making forums, manage dependencies, and remove blockers to ensure program continuity.
• Prepare and deliver high‑quality updates for leadership, including dashboards, summaries, and deep‑dives.
• Lead cross-functional program meetings, define clear action items, track commitments, and maintain documentation accuracy.
• Drive continuous improvements across program management processes, tools, and governance frameworks.
• Mentor and guide Program Managers and project owners to strengthen program execution maturity.
  
  

• Strong program leadership experience, demonstrating successful delivery of complex, multi‑stakeholder programs.
• Excellent communication and executive‑level presentation skills.
• Proven ability to influence and align cross-functional partners without direct authority.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities; data‑driven decision‑making.
• Expertise in risk management, stakeholder management, and program governance.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, matrixed, and dynamic manufacturing/engineering environment.
  
  

• Experience in semiconductor, high‑tech manufacturing, or complex supply chain environments.
• Experience with Agile, hybrid, or stage‑gate program methodologies.
• Experience working with global teams.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, Operations, or equivalent related field.
• 5+ years of program/project management experience, preferably with increasing responsibility.
  
  

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business Administration.
• PMP, PGMP, Agile/Scrum certifications.
  
  

• Required: Bachelor’s degree (as above).
• Preferred: PMP, PGMP, Agile certifications.
  
  

• Professional office and production floor environments may be required depending on program scope.
• Global cross‑site coordination may require working across multiple time zones.