NPI MPM for ALD

Who We Are

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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We are seeking a highly skilled professional with achievement mentality to fill the role of a NPI Supply Chain Program Manager in our ALD NPI Material Program Management team. The ideal candidate will possess an educational background in engineering (BA) as well as business, coupled with a proven track record in program management and supply chain proficiency within the semiconductor industry.

Key Responsibilities

Functional Knowledge

• Proven experience in program management – preferably in a NPI context, supply chain consulting/ management, and business acumen.
• Extensive knowledge of various fabrication commodities and processes.
• Experienced in supplier negotiation preparation, strategies, and execution.  
• Practical experience in material cost management, should costing, benchmarking and best BoM execution.
• Experienced in calculating and analyzing supplier cost models.
• Know how to concisely and effectively communicate (key messaging), with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Advanced and efficient usage of MS Excel and Power Point

Program Management

• Oversee and manage end-to-end semiconductor equipment NPI development programs from Supply Chain perspective.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality control throughout the NPI project lifecycle.
• Early identify and resolve potential complications/ risks jeopardizing the program’s targets. Provide fact-based containment options and/ or sustainable solution scenarios to executive stakeholders.

Supply Chain Expertise

• Develop and implement effective supply chain strategy from NPI to High Volume that meets performance requirements.
• Collaborate and negotiate with key suppliers to ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply of materials and components.
• Establishing and ensuring adherence to best practice policies and procedures.  Develop, implement, and manage best practice material handling in support of shop floor lean manufacturing and lean logistics initiatives.

Contract Manufacturing/ Chem Delivery

• Demonstrate proficiency across diverse fabrication commodities, including but not limited to photolithography, etching, deposition, and wafer processing. (Metal machining, Advanced materials, weldments, power supply, RF power, etc.)
• Leverage knowledge of material science principles to optimize semiconductor equipment design and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement innovative materials for enhanced efficiency and reliability.
• Lead initiatives to assess and implement advancements in fabrication technologies to sustainably support gross margin goals.

Business Expertise

• Applies broad industry and commercial awareness to drive financial and operational performance across business unit, department or sub-functions.
• Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services.

Problem Solving

• Leads others to solve complex problems and associated risks; uses structured approach as well as sophisticated,  analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions

Impact

• Positively impact results of a department, business unit or sub-function or facilitates the work done by other segments/functions by providing support to improve business gross margins

Interpersonal Skills

• Demonstrates achievement mentality through consistent timely and efficient execution to strategy and goals
• Communicates efficiently difficult concepts, negotiates and influences the opinions of others (key messaging) at executive level and in external organizations; exercises sensitivity to the audience 
• Strong strategic & analytical mindset; anticipation helps to reduce and avoid escalations.

Qualifications

• Education: BE/ BSc MS degree in Engineering, Material Science, or a related field as well as business degree. MS/ MBA preferred.

• Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in semiconductor equipment development, fabrication and Supply Chain consulting or management.

Additional Responsibilities

• Forecasts and communicates engineering, materials, and manufacturing requirements to suppliers.  Provides input to outsourcing decisions by performing make versus buy analysis.  Coordinates demand signals through MRP to minimize inventory exposure.
• Forms Materials Core Team and coordinates product development process deliverables through matrix management of buyers, planners, and production control.  Collaborates with engineering team to interpret engineering requirements.
• Under some supervision, creates, releases and updates new project materials strategy.
• Sourcing:  Assists in supplier price and delivery negotiations; under direct supervision may negotiate contracts as necessary.  Utilizes the preferred supplier selection and assessment process when selecting suppliers.  Completes supplier risk assessment on critical and unique parts.  Monitors supplier performance (delivery, quality, cost).
• Materials: Coordinates activities around source selection, specification creation and price negotiation with appropriate team members.
• Executes commercialization (transition) materials plan).
• Manages materials change control process. Meets cost objectives and resolves quality issues.  Generates and publishes Key Process Indicators . Tracks total landed costs targets.
• Works with engineering to identify preliminary critical parts, long-lead parts and inspection requirements.  Assists in developing supplier and commodity road maps to engineering.  Utilizes value analysis on build-to-print components in support of Should Cost analysis.
• Actively mediates and partners with quality and engineering teams to resolve supplier quality issues for assigned product groups.  Escalate issues to Commodity Business Managers when necessary.

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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 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.

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