Materials Project Manager
Applied Materials
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Job Description
About Applied Materials
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.
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. 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.
What We Offer
Salary: $68,000.00 - $93,500.00
Location: Austin,TX
Key Responsibilities of a Materials Project Manager
- Forecasts and communicates engineering, materials, and manufacturing requirements to suppliers under direct supervision.
- Provides input to outsourcing decisions by performing make versus buy analysis.
- Coordinates demand signals through MRP to minimize inventory exposure.
- Participates in Materials Core Team and coordinates product development process deliverables with team members (buyers, planners, production control).
- Supports the creation, releases, and updates to new project materials strategy.
- Participates in commercialization (transition) materials plan and the material change control process.
- Assists in supplier price and delivery negotiations; may negotiate contracts as necessary under direct supervision.
- Utilizes the preferred supplier selection and assessment process and completes supplier risk assessment on critical and unique parts.
- Monitors supplier performance (delivery, quality, cost).
- Works with engineering to identify preliminary critical parts, long-lead parts and inspection requirements. Assists in developing supplier and commodity road maps to engineering.
- Meets cost objectives and resolves quality issues. Generates and publishes Key Process Indicators (KPI). Tracks total landed costs targets.
- Utilizes value analysis on build-to-print components in support of Should Cost analysis.
- Under direct supervision, mediates and partners in the resolution of supplier quality issues for assigned product groups.
Functional Knowledge & Skills
Functional Knowledge: Demonstrates expanded conceptual knowledge in own discipline and broadens capabilities.
Business Expertise: Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work.
Leadership: No supervisory responsibilities but provides informal guidance to new team members.
Problem Solving: Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment and precedents.
Impact: Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies.
Interpersonal Skills: Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations.
Additional Information
- Time Type: Full time
- Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
- Travel: Not specified
- Relocation Eligible: No
The salary offered will be based on multiple factors including location, grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Candidates may also be eligible for bonus and stock award programs.
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to making our careers site accessible to all users. For accommodation requests, contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com or call our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1.
Key skills/competency
- Materials Management
- Project Management
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Supplier Relationship Management
- MRP Systems
- Cost Reduction
- Quality Assurance
- New Product Introduction (NPI)
- Risk Assessment
- Negotiation
How to Get Hired at Applied Materials
- Research Applied Materials' culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Customize your resume: Highlight project management, materials engineering, supply chain, and supplier management experience at Applied Materials.
- Prepare for technical questions: Understand MRP principles, materials forecasting, supplier negotiation tactics, and quality resolution processes relevant to the semiconductor industry.
- Showcase problem-solving skills: Share specific examples of how you've resolved complex supplier quality issues or managed inventory challenges.
- Demonstrate collaboration: Discuss your experience coordinating cross-functional teams in product development or commercialization to ensure alignment.
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