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:

Heimstetten,DEU

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.

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Collaborating with multiple operational, financial and project management stakeholders in order to drive program committed, schedule, quality targets under high exposure to mid and top management.

This position responsible of product from all operational aspect such as capacity readiness, production quality, sourcing & supply chain, finance gross margin, cost monitoring, PPV.

What’s in it for you?

Working in leading global company that develops high end equipment for the semi-conductor market. You will find yourself working in a dynamic business environment, engaging with cutting edge technology suppliers, developing creative solutions for complex situation. You will have the opportunity to innovate, participate in the category strategies and roadmap. You'll enjoy collaborating with R&D, CTO, legal, business, finance and executive management in order to integrate these technologies into Applied Materials next generation products.

Our group:

Our team develops the overall strategy for a product category and research new sourcing and product options in the category to drive sales and achieve targets. The category management group conducts continual analysis to stay ahead of trends, risk, demands or supply changes, work closely with internal and external stakeholders to continuously innovate, achieve better outcomes and add value.

Our group consists of experienced and highly motivated procurement experts coming from different backgrounds acting together to deliver an optimal outcome for the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Working closely with all operation functions on program objectives and deliverables.

• Perform detailed cost analysis to assure best cost solutions as well as gross, PPV …

• Monitoring supplier Selection / Sourcing (T/K, DS), Commercial (MCOS, Opex, LT, PPV, responsiveness, etc…)

• Drive for Supply Chain efficiency and excellence.

• Presenting to mid and top management.

Skills and Experience

• Relevant Proj/Prg Mgmt Knowledge (industrial engineer BSC is an advantage).

• Basic financial and business knowledge is an advantage.

• 5+ years’ experience in strategic Suppliers Management.

• Strong commercial orientations, communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience in leading cross- organization projects, leadership capabilities.

• Good communication skills in German and English.

• Ability to work independently as well as within a team.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

No

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.