Manager II, Logistics Operations - (M2)

Applied Materials•Austin, TX

About The Position

Applied Materials is seeking a Manager II, Logistics Operations, in Austin, Texas. The role works closely with outsourced Logistics Operations providers and internal teams, including Planning, Ordering, Purchasing, and Customer Account Specialists in the local region. It oversees inventory, warehousing, operational processes, staffing, and documentation, and administers company policies affecting subordinate employees. The position has formal supervisory responsibilities and requires sound judgment, effective communication, and compliance with Applied Materials’ global Standards of Business Conduct.

Requirements

Understanding and application of procedures and concepts within the job family, with basic knowledge of other related job families.
Understanding of how the team relates to closely related areas and applying that knowledge to improve team efficiency.
Formal supervisory responsibilities, including setting priorities and coaching employees.
Judgment to identify and resolve day-to-day technical and operational problems.
Tact and diplomacy when exchanging information and handling sensitive issues.
Ability to interact with outside customers, vendors, or suppliers as required.
Understanding of and compliance with Applied Materials’ global Standards of Business Conduct.

Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with outsourced Logistics Operations providers and internal organizations.
Plan activities with Ordering, Purchasing, and Customer Account Specialists in the local region.
Ensure optimum inventory levels and conduct physical inventories to verify inventory levels.
Determine staffing requirements and ensure effective recruitment, training, and retention of key staff to support staff development.
Manage and oversee warehousing according to operational needs.
Manage commitment methodologies and processes.
Generate documentation, including activity and status reports, operation review input, and excess/obsolete analysis.
Administer company policies, including yearly performance reviews, that directly affect subordinate employees.
Create and submit claims for Applied Materials lost or damaged materials and assist suppliers with their parts claims.
Set priorities for and coach employees to meet daily deadlines.
Comply with Applied Materials’ global Standards of Business Conduct and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting the company’s core values.