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

Salary:

$154,000.00 - $212,000.00

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.

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.

This position reports directly to the Business Unit CFO of DDP. As a key finance business partner, the candidate will anticipate internal and/or external business challenges and actively influence management with critical analysis and sound business advice. This role collaborates with various cross-functional organizations globally and requires the ability to provide solutions to complex problems. Works independently to support a complex and growing business with a diverse set of new and existing products serving high share applications to commodity type applications.

Major Responsibilities: This is a dynamic role that will enable the candidate to lead financial analysis on portfolio management, partner with Operation to optimize Opex investment and support on critical business development initiatives. The position requires an individual who is eager to work with senior managers and first line managers to provide valued Finance support:

• Financial owner of Portfolio management initiatives/improvements within the BU
• Business partnering with BU Strategic Marketing to understand technology inflections and market competition landscape.
• Perform ROI analysis focusing on product cost savings and revenue potentials to determine viability for new product developments.
• Build Op Ex models to support long term strategic plan / scenario analysis.
• Drive Enterprise Portfolio Review process
• Provide value-add participation in the updates of NPV models.
• Lead quarterly Opex / Cap Ex spend planning by project.
• Prepare to present financial forecasts to Senior Management for decision support.
• Interfacing with Operations and COE team to manage Opex to target and prioritizing projects.
• Proactively identify and drive process improvement initiatives

Qualifications & Preferences

• Ability to function as an independently effective and respected partner to internal partners
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks while still delivering high quality results
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills and ability to handle data effectively
• Strong written and executive communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for analysis and presentation of data
• Strong understanding of accounting/financial principles and regulations/legal requirements

Education & Experience

• BS degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA preferred
• 10-15 years of experience in corporate finance, semiconductor, or components manufacturing preferred
• 2+ years of people manager experience preferred

Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Not Specified

Relocation Eligible:

No

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.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.