Supply Chain Project Manager

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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.

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Applied Materials is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Project Manager. The role will be at the Santa Clara office and is 100% onsite (not remote or hybrid). There is not relocation assistance for this role.

Role Overview

As a key member of the Strategic Office you will lead and execute high-impact programs and projects such as capacity management and planning that drive business transformation across the global supply chain. This role requires a proactive analytical and collaborative professional who excels at managing complex initiatives communicating with diverse stakeholders and delivering actionable insights that shape strategic decisions.

• Must have supply chain procurement or sourcing experience
• Must have experience influencing and presenting data to executive level.
• Must have strong data analysis/reporting skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Management: Lead and manage multiple strategic projects and programs simultaneously applying best-in-class methodologies to ensure successful delivery of outcomes milestones and resource allocation.
• Communication & Influence: Communicate complex findings and recommendations clearly and persuasively to stakeholders at all levels. Create impactful presentations using PowerPoint and facilitate meetings to drive consensus and decision-making.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Build and maintain strong working relationships with global and cross-functional teams driving alignment and execution of strategic initiatives across Supply Chain and other functions.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements leveraging data insights and best practices to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Analytics & Reporting: Analyze large and complex datasets using advanced analytics tools (Excel Databricks Tableau etc.) to identify trends risks and opportunities. Develop reports that drive business performance.
• Documentation & Knowledge Sharing: Ensure all phases of project program and process development are documented. Disseminate information to relevant functional areas and contribute to organizational knowledge sharing.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Engineering or related field; Masters degree preferred.
• 47 years of experience in program management analytics or related roles within a matrixed or global organization.
• Professional certifications (e.g. PMP CAPM Six Sigma) are a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (formulas pivot tables data visualization) Databricks (or similar) PowerPoint (presentation design and storytelling); experience with Tableau Power BI or SQL preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to influence and build relationships across diverse teams and geographies.
• Strong problem-solving critical-thinking and stakeholder management abilities.

Impact Statement

This role is pivotal in driving strategic initiatives that enhance supply chain performance and operational excellence. Your contributions will directly influence business outcomes and support the companys long-term growth.

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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 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.

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