Regional Planner

Applied Materials • Portland, OR

1d • $78,000 - $107,500

About The Position

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.
We’re hiring a North America (AMNA) Regional Planner to lead demand forecasting and service‑parts planning for the AMNA region. In this role, you will transform install‑base signals, field‑service activity, and customer/contract requirements into a data‑driven demand plan that supports high service performance and operational efficiency. This role blends analytical depth, systems expertise, and cross‑functional collaboration to improve service levels, inventory health, and contractual KPI performance.

Requirements

• 6+ years in inventory, materials, supply, or demand planning with KPI ownership.
• Demonstrated experience with executive communications and presentations.
• Strong service‑parts planning background; semiconductor experience required.
• Proficiency with ERP/SCM systems (SAP, SPP), advanced Excel, Tableau or Power BI required.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across diverse teams.
• Proven ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast‑changing environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business/Operations, or STEM field preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated SQL proficiency a plus.
• People management experience a plus.
• Demonstrated experience improving planning processes, dashboards, or tools.
• Project‑management experience and/or ASCM/APICS/IBF certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Translate operational and customer intelligence—install‑base changes, warranty and service‑contract requirements, field‑service cadence—into quantified demand signals.
• Drive service‑parts planning to meet internal and contractual KPIs, recommending inventory policies and modeling availability vs. cost.
• Perform root‑cause analyses on forecast performance and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate Regional Planning with Global Planning, Field Service, Logistics, Order Fulfillment, and Customer Care.
• Lead new fab/service‑agreement planning, ramp management, and special projects.
• Contribute to process, tool, dashboard, and data‑visualization improvements.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level