Operations Strategic Planning & Program Manager
About The Position
Applied Materials is seeking an Operations Strategic Planning & Program Manager for its JOLT (Joint Operations Leadership Team) strategy and PMO team. JOLT shapes operational strategy, aligns enterprise-level priorities, and drives initiatives to improve operational excellence and customer trust. The team develops mid- and long-term operational goals and strategies, supports communications across organizations, prototypes software-based solutions to transform business processes, and uses data analytics to monitor and improve operational efficiency. Working directly with JOLT executives, the strategy and PMO team shapes the company’s five-year strategy through its annual strategic planning process, defines the annual operational plan (AOP), and tracks execution through quarterly business reviews (QBRs), leadership review forums, and strategic program portfolio management. The position manages these planning and review processes, develops tools and workflows—including AI-enabled PMO tools—to improve executive insight and execution, and coordinates with operations organizations across the company. The role is based in Santa Clara, California, is full-time, and requires travel 20% of the time.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong self-motivation and problem-solving ability.
- Comfort with ambiguity in a complex, fast-paced environment.
- Advanced AI fluency.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
Nice To Haves
- In-depth knowledge of supply chain, manufacturing, and business operations in the semiconductor industry.
- Program management experience.
- Experience in business strategy, operations, and analytics.
Responsibilities
- Manage JOLT annual strategic planning and reviews (SR), quarterly business reviews (QBR), and internal senior leaders’ forums.
- Develop and own strategic program trackers, scorecards, and dashboards to provide performance visibility.
- Develop and deploy AI-enabled PMO tools and workflows that deliver executive insights, improve decision-making, enhance productivity, and accelerate execution.
- Identify functional connections, opportunities, and initiatives by partnering with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, BU operations, AGS operations, and Global Quality.
- Organize and coordinate JOLT executive reviews and governance forums, ensuring clear action tracking and accountability.
- Conduct strategic analysis and research on the semiconductor industry, emerging technology and business, and industry trends to inform executive decision-making.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Potential eligibility for participation in a bonus program
- Potential eligibility for a stock award program
- Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth
- Mentorship and training in strategy, operations, and program management
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
