About this role
Who We Are
Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.
What We Offer
Salary
$138,000.00 - $190,000.00
Location
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.
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About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Materials Project Manager to support power distribution commodity strategies and operational execution. The ideal candidate will have strong operations, supplier management, and problem-solving experience, with the ability to drive cross-functional initiatives, improve processes, and support a disciplined operational environment.
Primary Responsibilities
- Manage and execute commodity strategies for power distribution materials and components.
- Partner with engineering, sourcing, manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure material availability and continuity of supply.
- Drive project execution, risk mitigation, and issue resolution across the supply chain.
- Analyze operational and supply chain data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
- Lead cross-functional projects focused on cost, quality, delivery, and operational performance.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support new product introductions, supplier transitions, and capacity planning activities.
- Develop and maintain project schedules, action plans, and status updates for key stakeholders.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.
- Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities to resolve operational and supplier-related challenges.
- Support established 6S standards and disciplined operational practices that improve safety, efficiency, workflow, space utilization, and workplace readiness.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Experience in materials management, supply chain, commodity management, manufacturing operations, or project management.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to drive projects and influence cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of Lean/6S principles and their application in manufacturing, lab, or cleanroom environments.
- Familiarity with visual management, standard work, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience working within a Lean, 6S, or continuous improvement environment.
- Knowledge of power distribution commodities, electrical components, or related manufacturing processes.
- Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus, but not required.
Additional Information
6S experience is preferred, not required. We are primarily seeking candidates with strong operations and problem-solving experience who understand, support, and can successfully work within a 6S-driven environment while contributing to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Additional Information
Time Type
Full time
Employee Type
Assignee / Regular
Travel
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible
Yes
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.
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