Director of IT, Trade Applications
Director of IT, Trade Applications
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$ 189000 - 260000
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Job Description
Who We Are
Applied Materials is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design build and service cuttingedge 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 work beyond the cuttingedge continuously pushing the boundaries ofscience and engineering to make possiblethe next generations of technology join us to Make Possible a Better Future.
What We Offer
Salary:
$189000.00 $260000.00Location:
Santa ClaraCAAt Applied we prioritize the wellbeing of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness health and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. Were 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.
Youll also 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 empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possiblewhile learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more about careers at Applied.
Key responsibilities:
- Serve as the strategic interface with business unit or GIS Sales Operations Engineering Service and Finance domains for the purpose of Business Intelligence big data and AI/ML technology strategy development solution discovery service management and project portfolio management . Manage personnel serving as business unit or function subgroup interfaces.
- Develop and maintain relationships with strategic solution providers to keep abreast of industry technology trends and developments. Collaborate with strategic partners to identify evaluate and recommend new business process and business application solutions to address emerging business needs and develop product and project road maps. Serves as subject matter epert and manages personnel performing the build test and deployment of complex business application solutions. Ensures these solutions are technically sound cost effective and adhere to accepted industry best practices.
- Directs personnel responsible for the development and execution of application service strategy and life cycle road map. Accountable for ensuring adherence to service management processes and procedures and for meeting performance availability and customer service level agreement targets. Drives continuous improvements of services leveraging data metrics and technology tools. Responsible for defining and managing the service cost structure and life cycle .
- Plans and manages personnel to deliver project and support service in area of responsibility within allocated budget. Develops project service and cost center budgets. Drive development of service area cost model optimization and implementation of optimization initiatives. Ensure timely renewal of maintenance and subscription contracts.
- Contributes to the development and implementation of GIS project management software application development testing service management change management RCA and other relevant process standards governance and control changes and improvements. May manage execution of sox controls and testing and support internal and external audits.
- Plan and manage large highly complex cross functional projects to ensure effective and efficient execution in line with guardrails of scope timeline budget and quality. Directs project managers managing medium to large scale projects.
- Manages business application contingent worker strategic vendor relationships and delivery performance. Ensures contingent workforce utilization is optimized. Directs activities with strategic providers and GIS Vendor and Resource Management to identify gaps and opportunities and to recommend strategies for improvement.
Functional Knowledge:
- Demonstrates broad and comprehensive understanding of different systems theories and practices.
Business Expertise:
- Applies broad industry and commercial awareness to drive financial and operational performance across business unit department or subfunctions.
Leadership:
- Leads through subordinate managers of managers; executes segment/functional business plans and contributes to the development of segment/functional strategy.
Problem Solving:
- Directs the resolution of highly complex or unusual business problems applying advanced analytical thought and judgment.
Impact:
- Guided by segment/functional strategy impacts results of a department business unit or subfunction or facilitates the work done by other segments/functions by providing support to impact the business.
Interpersonal Skills:
- Negotiates and influences the opinions of others at the senior executive level and in external organizations; exercises sensitivity to the audience.
Responsibilities:
Oversee the strategic direction and management of Global Trade applications ensuring alignment with business objectives for trade and logistics.
Lead a team of Solution Architects and Project Managers to deliver highquality IT solutions including SAP and data analytics platforms.
Develop and implement IT policies procedures and best practices while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Collaborate with senior leadership to define IT strategy and roadmap and gather requirements to design system architecture.
Lead the technical design and integration of SAP applications and other data analytics platforms focusing on scalability security and performance.
Provide technical guidance and expertise to development teams staying updated on emerging technologies and industry trends.
Plan and execute projects related to Global Trade applications coordinating with crossfunctional teams to ensure timely within scope and budget delivery.
Develop and maintain project plans schedules and status reports managing project risks issues and dependencies.
Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project team members and stakeholders.
Qualifications:
Bachelors or Masters degree in Information Technology Computer Science or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT with significant exposure to global trade and supply chain applications.
- At least 5 years in a leadership role managing crossfunctional IT projects and teams.
- Proven record as a Solution Architect and/or Project Manager within trade or supply chain environments.
Strong knowledge of SAP modules relevant to trade and logistics such as SAP GTS
Experience implementing SAP GTS E4H to integrate with SAP S4 and/or ECC
Experience with data analytics platforms and their integration with SAP.
Proven leadership and team management skills.
Excellent strategic thinking and problemsolving abilities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with senior leadership.
Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards for trade and logistics.
Technical Skills:
Global Trade Applications:
- Expertise in global trade management software and systems.
- Knowledge of compliance tariffs and international trade regulations.
SAP Expertise:
- Indepth knowledge of SAP modules related to trade such as SAP GTS (Global Trade Services).
- Experience with integrating SAP with other enterprise systems (ERP CRM TMS etc.).
Data Analytics Platforms:
- Proficiency with BI tools like Tableau Power BI or SAP Analytics Cloud for reporting and analytics.
- Understanding of data warehousing and big data technologies.
Enterprise Architecture:
- Ability to design and implement scalable IT architectures for trade applications.
- Familiarity with architecture frameworks like TOGAF.
Project Management:
- Expertise in Agile Waterfall and hybrid project management methodologies.
- Proficiency with project management tools such as JIRA Microsoft Project etc.
Cloud and Infrastructure:
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS Azure Google Cloud) and their SAASbased trade solutions.
- Understanding of IT infrastructure cybersecurity and best practices.
Leadership and Management Skills:
Strategic Vision:
- Ability to develop and implement IT strategies that align with global trade objectives.
- Experience in leading digital transformation initiatives within trade operations.
Team Leadership:
- Proven ability to lead motivate and develop highperforming IT teams.
- Strong mentoring and coaching skills.
Stakeholder Management:
- Excellent skills in managing relationships with senior executives stakeholders and vendors.
- Ability to communicate IT strategies and solutions effectively to nontechnical audiences.
Financial Acumen:
- Understanding of budgeting cost management and financial impacts of IT initiatives.
- Ability to assess the financial aspects of trade compliance and operations.
Change Management:
- Experience in driving organizational change and managing resistance to new systems and processes.
Soft Skills:
Analytical Thinking:
- Strong problemsolving skills with the ability to analyze and optimize complex trade processes.
Communication:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to various audiences.
Negotiation and Influence:
- Strong negotiation skills to manage vendor relationships and contracts.
- Ability to influence decisionmaking at all organizational levels.
Adaptability:
- Ability to adapt to rapidly changing environments and manage multiple priorities effectively.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes 25% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
YesThe salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location hire grade jobrelated 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.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
