Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Salary:

$88,000.00 - $121,000.00

Location:

Austin,TX, Santa Clara,CA

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

Key Responsibilities

Ensures that specific project and program objectives are defined for areas of responsibility, and that necessary preliminary activities (e.g., determination of outcomes, milestones, viability studies, and resource planning, among others) are completed to allow for effectiveness and focus during later stages of completion.

Ensures that all projects and programs assigned are completed in accordance with predetermined requirements, with specific attention to product/process specifications, project/program costs, resource utilization, and timeliness for completion.

Ensures that all phases of project, program and/or process development are documented and that information required in other functional areas is reported, disseminated, or transferred, as appropriate. Ensures compliance with Company policies regarding Engineering/Lab notebooks, patents, confidentiality and safety.

Ensures that the utilization of all material and financial resources is carried out in an effective manner.

Effectively work with other staff to maximize productivity for the project / program.

Other Requirements: This position may require standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, and the use of hand and power tools.

Additionally, because this position also may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.

Functional Knowledge

Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Senior Manager / Director – Global Procurement Strategy & Transformation

Location: Global / Hybrid

Reporting to: Head of Strategy, Relationships & Communications

Level: Senior Manager (M5) commensurate with experience

Role Overview

This role is a senior, high-impact leadership position responsible for driving horizontal strategy, transformation, and execution across the end-to-end Source-to-Order (S2O) lifecycle for a global procurement organization. The position is ideal for a strategy, consulting, or transformation leader who thrives in ambiguity, applies structured problem solving, and influences across complex, matrixed environments. The role will help reshape how Global Sourcing and Procurement operates, with AI-enabled and digital ways of working at the forefront.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and deliver horizontal, cross-functional initiatives spanning the full Source-to-Order lifecycle, from strategic problem definition and analysis through program design, execution, and value realization.
Serve as a strategic integrator across procurement, finance, supply chain, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment to enterprise priorities and measurable outcomes.
Design and lead large-scale transformation initiatives, including operating model redesign, process simplification, capability uplift, and technology-enabled change using AI and other technology solutions.
Identify, design, and implement AI-enabled and digital use cases that increase capacity for department, improve decision quality, productivity and strengthen risk management; enhance supplier outcomes.
Translate enterprise and functional strategy into clear ideas, roadmaps, frameworks and business cases including execution plans with defined strategic and opertaonal outcomes.
Act as a trusted advisor with high influence to senior leaders by delivering data-driven insights, facilitating executive decision-making, and leading structured workshops from strategy through execution.
Lead change efforts, including internal partner and stakeholder engagement, communications, training, and adoption tracking.
Build and manage strong internal and external partnerships, including suppliers, technology partners, and centers of excellence.
Lead and develop a small team of professionals responsible for converting strategy into programs and delivering tangible business value.
Influence and mentor with or without direct authority, building followership through credibility, clarity, and collaboration – and action.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree strongly preferred.
Demonstrated experience in global procurement, sourcing, supply chain, indirect spend, or Source-to-Order environments.
Proven success leading complex, department-wide change initiatives, including process redesign, operating model shifts, and digital or AI-enabled transformation.
Strong analytical and structured problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to synthesize insights for executive audiences.
Experience operating effectively in ambiguous, highly matrixed, global organizations.
Working knowledge of digital procurement platforms, analytics, and emerging AI applications relevant to sourcing and procurement.

Leadership Attributes

Background in top-tier or boutique consulting, strategy, or transformation roles with an emphasis on operations, procurement, supply chain, or digital transformation.
Demonstrated ability to lead small teams while remaining hands-on and outcome-focused.
Strong systems thinker who translates strategic vision into scalable execution frameworks.
Highly effective influencer with exceptional relationship management skills across senior stakeholders.
Clear, concise communicator capable of distilling complex topics into executive-ready narratives and materials.
Recognized change leader with the credibility to challenge constructively and drive sustained adoption.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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