Global R&D Sampling Coordinator

About the role

The Global R&D Sampling & Logistics Coordinator at Entegris is responsible for enabling faster innovation and on-time, high-quality NPI delivery by managing the compliant movement of materials, components, and customer samples across a global network of sites and regions.

Responsibilities

• Drive NPI Sampling Execution (Speed & Proactivity) and Continuous Improvement
• Coordinate end-to-end R&D shipments, receivals, and sample requests, proactively identifying and resolving risks early to ensure on-time material staging, component availability, and customer sample delivery while minimizing delays.
• Identify bottlenecks and support improvements to reduce turnaround time, improve data quality, and standardize processes.
• Execute Customer Sample Shipments (Quality & Reliability)
• Ensure shipments are accurate, compliant, and right-first-time, including proper documentation, packaging, and traceability.
• Operate Across a Global, Cross-functional Environment
• Manage shipments across multiple regions and time zones, addressing regional requirements and coordinating local and non-local sampling scenarios.
• Serve as the central point of coordination across R&D, TPM, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Trade Compliance, EHS, and Quality, ensuring clear ownership and efficient handoffs.
• Manage Global RM Movement
• Carefully coordinate internal transfers of materials and components across global sites, ensuring material, site readiness, and documentation requirements are met to enable seamless execution.
• Work closely with R&D, TPM, MQE and commodity managers to proactively obtain or stage materials and components at global sites, and evaluate RM options based on supplier, quality, availability, and location.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in a technical, operations, R&D, supply chain, or similar environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple requests.
• High attention to detail, particularly in documentation and compliance-focused processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Experience working with global teams across regions and time zones.
• Experience supporting R&D, customer sampling, or NPI-related workflows.
• Demonstrated interest in process improvement and proactive problem-solving.
• Familiarity with ERP or logistics systems (e.g., SAP).
• Exposure to trade compliance concepts (e.g., ECCN, HTS, export/import documentation, SDS).

Skills

• Proactive problem-solving
• Collaborative teamwork
• Process improvement
• Global shipping and logistics
• Compliance and documentation
• ERP or logistics systems
• Trade compliance concepts

Benefits

• Annual bonus eligibility
• Progressive paid time off policy
• Educational assistance
• 401(K) plan with employer match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance packages
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

$79,500- $99,500 per year range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role.

Schedule

Full-time position.