Category & Procurement Management
Category & Procurement Management
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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 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 work beyond the cutting-edge 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
Location:
TrevisoITAAt Applied we prioritize the well-being 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.
Applied Materials is seeking a European Regional Category & Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing for both Workplace Facilities and Technical Facilities across our European footprint with a primary base in Treviso Italy. This role is instrumental in enabling our semiconductor R&D and advanced manufacturing operations through optimized sourcing of services consumables infrastructure and capital equipment.
This individual will develop and execute regional category strategies spanning both corporate workplace operations and highly specialized lab and cleanroom environments. The ideal candidate combines deep procurement expertise with strong technical acumen and stakeholder engagement capabilities. This individual will be critical in managing business relationships across Europe.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Facilities (Cleanroom & Lab Operations):
Lead sourcing strategy and supplier management for:
o Consumables: PPE smocks shoe covers lab equipment chemicals and gases
o CapEx & Infrastructure: exhaust systems abatement equipment HVAC units specialty blowers
o Technical Services: hazardous waste disposal equipment maintenance and tool installation support
o Semiconductor R&D Tools: capital procurement of metrology and process tools
Coordinate closely with facilities management engineering EH&S and site operations teams to support cleanroom performance and tool install readiness
Manage complex technical RFPs and long-cycle capital contracting efforts
Workplace Facilities (Corporate Office Operations):
Own category strategy for sourcing and managing:
o Facilities services: janitorial waste management landscaping office maintenance
o Soft services: food services reception mailroom security and space planning vendors
o Office supplies & equipment including furniture and breakroom items
Partner with global workplace leads and site teams to align on standards service levels and supplier performance
Drive cost optimization supplier consolidation and contract harmonization across countries
General Responsibilities:
Act as the strategic procurement partner to key regional stakeholders across Workplace Technical Operations Facilities Engineering and Capital Projects
Execute regional RFPs and related contracts develop total cost of ownership models and negotiate best-in-class agreements
Monitor and manage supplier performance SLAs and compliance with environmental and safety standards
Collaborate with global category managers to ensure alignment with enterprise-wide sourcing strategies
Support sustainability initiatives innovation sourcing and value creation projects
Manage and oversee the operationalization / implementation of the contracts and suppliers onboarding etc within our procurement operations teams.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Engineering Facilities Management Supply Chain or related technical field; Masters degree preferred
7 years of procurement or category management experience with a blend of workplace and technical facilities sourcing
Proven experience supporting semiconductor or high-tech environments strongly preferred
Strong technical understanding of capex equipment tool installation lab operations and facilities systems
Knowledge of workplace services and supplier markets across Europe
Fluent in English; proficiency in Italian is a strong advantage
Excellent communication cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience leading complex RFPs negotiating high-value contracts and managing suppliers across multiple countries
Why Join Us:
At Applied Materials youll play a vital role in advancing next-generation technologies in a dynamic and collaborative environment. As part of our regional sourcing team you will shape the future of our lab and technical operations footprint in Europe while gaining global exposure and leadership development opportunities
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes 20% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
YesApplied 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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
