Category & Procurement Management

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:

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Supply Chain, or related technical field; Master’s 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, you’ll 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

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Skills

Certifications:

Languages:

English (Required)

Years of Experience:

7 - 10 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Shift:

Day (Italy)

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.