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:
$171,500.00 - $236,000.00Location:
Santa Clara,CAYou’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
Develop suppliers to meet special capabilities, processes, capacity and quality of Applied's spares. Support Quality Improvement work assistance via Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen events and auditing suppliers.
Meet key performance measures within the organization in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. Determine and maintain the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) budgetary planning and ensure launch dates and cost reduction targets are met.
Provide direction in developing employee base and driving improvements within key functions in area of responsibility
Maintain effective relationships with key internal customers and support organizations. Work with cross functional departments, to develop cost reduction and avoidance initiatives and supply base improvement projects
Perform quantitative, statistical, and risk analyses to determine the direct and indirect costs. Follow Six Sigma and continuous improvement processes to improve departmental performance on an on-going basis.
Drive / direct Supplier Engineering problem resolution/escalation arising from vendor performance issues for assigned commodities and services.
Maintain effective relationships with key suppliers. Work across functional departments, to develop consistent / one face of Applied to meet CI initiatives and supply base improvement projects
Functional Knowledge
- Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles within own job family and knowledge of other related job families. Fair knowledge on semicondutor equipment industry
Business Expertise
- Applies in-depth understanding of how own discipline integrates within the segment/function
Leadership
- Manages multiple related teams, sets organizational priorities and allocates resources
Problem Solving
- Identifies and resolves complex technical, operational and organizational problems
Impact
- Impacts the business results of a team or area by supporting and funding of projects, products, services and/or technologies and developing policies and plans
Guided by business unit, department or sub-functional business plans
Interpersonal Skills
- Influences others internally and externally, including senior management
Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
YesThe 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 [email protected], 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.
Skills Required
- Supplier development experience for spares and vendor management
- Experience with Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, and supplier auditing
- Knowledge and application of Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies
- Ability to perform quantitative, statistical, and risk analyses
- Experience in AOP budgetary planning and meeting cost reduction targets
- Experience directing supplier engineering problem resolution and escalation
- Demonstrated leadership managing multiple related teams and allocating resources
- Cross-functional collaboration to drive cost reduction, CI initiatives, and supply base improvements
- Fair knowledge of the semiconductor equipment industry
- Commitment to Applied Materials Standards of Business Conduct and ethical compliance
Applied Materials Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Applied Materials and has not been reviewed or approved by Applied Materials.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials emphasize comprehensive medical, dental, vision, mental health, and wellness programs for employees and families, with coverage beginning on day one in many cases. On-site or virtual care options at major campuses further reinforce the breadth of support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Exempt employees are offered a Flexible Time Off program and U.S. teams observe 11 paid company holidays. These policies are consistently highlighted across official benefits summaries.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan is widely available and presented as a core part of the U.S. package, alongside equity grants in many roles. These ownership elements are positioned as meaningful contributors to total rewards.
Applied Materials Insights
What We Do
Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible a better future.
