Global Chief Of Staff and Head of Corporate Strategy

Job Title: Global Chief of Staff and Head of Corporate Strategy

Location: Milpitas California: SEMI HQ

Reports to: President & CEO

Salary: $240k-285k

Travel: 50-70%

Department: Executive Office / Corporate Strategy

Although were small were mighty and influence and impact society at large positively. At SEMI we offer opportunities to connect and interact with world leaders industry legends and rising stars. We help our members develop public and private policies to strengthen global supply chains and promote business growth and prosperity. Learn and grow professionally through career opportunities such as rotational assignments. Contribute by influencing and impacting an industry that is the foundation for innovation and positive change in areas like environmental sustainability thought leadership and workforce development. We take pride in offering work-life balance so you can live your personal and professional life to the fullest.

As an equal opportunity employer we welcome all to apply

About SEMI

SEMI is the global industry association representing the electronics manufacturing and design supply chain. Through advocacy market research standards sustainability and workforce development SEMI advances member interests and fosters collaboration across the semiconductor microelectronics and advanced manufacturing sectors.

Position Summary

The Chief of Staff and Head of Corporate Strategy will serve as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to the CEO driving alignment across SEMIs global leadership and spearheading the organizations long-term strategic vision. This role is pivotal in shaping corporate strategy enhancing operational effectiveness and fostering innovation across SEMIs global programs and partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Execution

- Lead the development and implementation of SEMIs global corporate strategy in partnership with the CEO executive team and Board of Directors.
- Translate strategic vision into actionable plans KPIs and enterprise-wide initiatives.
- Monitor global trends (e.g. geopolitics innovation supply chain resilience) and adjust strategic priorities accordingly.

Executive Office Leadership

- Manage day-to-day operations of the Executive Office serving as a key liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
- Coordinate agendas and follow-ups for the Board Global Leadership Team and Strategic Advisory Councils.
- Oversee cross-functional initiatives to ensure timely execution of strategic goals.

Internal Alignment & Organizational Effectiveness

- Drive alignment across SEMIs global regions (North America Europe Asia Pacific) and strategic initiatives (e.g. ESG DEI Talent Technology Communities).
- Lead annual planning cycles and strategic reviews ensuring accountability through structured reporting and evaluation.
- Identify opportunities for organizational improvement and promote a culture of innovation transparency and impact.

External Engagement & Thought Leadership

- Represent SEMI at key member government and ecosystem stakeholder meetings.
- Support the CEO in preparing for global speaking engagements member forums and strategic dialogues.
- Collaborate with Marketing Advocacy and Market Intelligence teams to align messaging and strategic narratives.

Qualifications

Required

- 10 years of experience in strategy consulting policy or executive operationspreferably in technology semiconductors or advanced manufacturing.
- Proven track record in leading strategic planning and cross-functional initiatives.
- Exceptional analytical communication and organizational skills.
- Strong executive presence with the ability to engage effectively with C-level stakeholders and Boards.
- Global mindset and experience working across international regions.

- Travel up to 50%

Preferred

- Experience in an industry association nonprofit or multilateral ecosystem.
- Advanced degree (MBA MPA or equivalent).
- Familiarity with semiconductor value chains public-private partnerships and innovation ecosystems.

Core Competencies

- Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.
- Diplomatic discreet and highly trustworthy.
- Proactive detail-oriented and results-driven.
- Collaborative leader with excellent interpersonal and influencing skills.

Working at SEMI

SEMI offers a dynamic mission-driven environment with a global footprint. Join a passionate team advancing one of the most foundational industries of the 21st century. SEMI is the global industry association representing the electronics manufacturing and design supply chain connecting over 3000 member companies and 1.3 million professionals worldwide. SEMI members are responsible for the innovations in materials design equipment software devices and services that enable smarter faster more powerful and more affordable electronic products. Since 1970 SEMI has built connections that have helped its members prosper create new markets and address common industry challenges together. SEMI maintains offices in Berlin Brussels Hsinchu Seoul Shanghai Singapore Tokyo Milpitas and Washington D.C. For more information about SEMI please visit us at .