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.

What We Offer:

Location:
Singapore,SGP

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.

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. Learn more about our benefits.

Applied's Joint Lab for Applied Process Equipment Accelerator (APEX) aims to develop materials and components for semiconductor equipment, as well as new processes that maximize resource efficiency and minimize material waste in manufacturing. These innovations are targeted for Industry of Things (IoT), Communications, Automotive, Power and Sensors (ICAPS) markets, which are strategic growth areas for Applied Materials. The joint lab will also enable suppliers including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Singapore to support development of these solutions.

As a Program Manager, you will support APEX Strategy and Operations leadership to drive and identify new growth opportunities and drive key projects for materials and component development critical for semiconductor equipment, taking projects from concept and feasibility through to supplier development and technology commercialization.

• Key Responsibilities

• Drive strategic programs to establish plans, milestones and priorities and ensure regular communications / updates to stakeholders. Anticipate risks and roadblocks, manage program prioritization, timelines, and balance business needs versus technical / operational constraints.

• Support management to identify key requirements, develop & implement strategic growth agendas including a strong focus on talent, and productivity, and suppliers

• Structure and execute analyses to develop recommendations and drive execution / implementation in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Collaborate with internal teams across different to ensure seamless integration of partner activities with overall business operations.

• Build and maintain relationships with key ecosystem stakeholders (suppliers, public research entities, universities, tech startup ecosystem) to ensure Applied Materials is strategically positioned

• Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical skills and effective problem solvers, with ability to navigate ambiguity

• Excellent communicator, with the ability to manage and influence stakeholders at all levels

• Strong sense of ownership and ability to work across different functions and BUs in a fast-paced industry

• High learning agility to quickly understand and drive projects across a wide range of science and technology fields

• Someone who is excited by the possibilities technology, and is interested to accelerate and translate technology innovations to business outcomes

• Education and Experience

• Bachelor in any Engineering or Science related discipline

• 8+ years in technical project/program management within semiconductor or high-tech R&D environments.

• Strong understanding of R&D processes and product development lifecycle.

• Good knowledge of the high technology or semiconductor industry

• Experiences in matrixed organizations and , strategic operations, project management

• Experienced in structuring and negotiating partnership deals; Familiarity with legal contracts e.g. NDAs, research collaboration agreements, MOUs

• Experiences working across time zones in multi-functional global teams

• Work Location

• Fusionopolis

Additional Information:

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:
No

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.