Senior Analyst - Central Planning Finance

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

9h • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Analyst is a high-impact role within SPG’s Central Planning organization, bridging financial commitments with operational execution. This individual owns core S&OP and long-range financial models that shape leadership decision-making and underpin the narrative for Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR) and Strategic Reviews (SR).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of FP&A experience, preferably in semis / semiconductor equipment, or high tech.
• Demonstrated experience building and owning financial models.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, Excel and financial software (e.g. Tableau, SAP, Oracle, Anaplan or similar).
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to distill large data sets into clear, decision-ready insights.
• Track record of cross-functional collaboration with Business Management, Sales Operations, or Commercial teams on revenue forecasting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to senior finance and executive stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or CFA
• Familiarity with CRM (Salesforce or equivalent)

Responsibilities

• Own and develop financial models that inform executive decisions, aligning demand, capacity, and build plans across S&OP and key finance cycles such as QBR, Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and SR.
• Lead end-to-end forecasting with rigor and timeliness, including ownership of SPG cash flow, AR, and Inventory forecasting.
• Conduct scenario analyses to assess risk and guide management actions; proactively identify and quantify revenue risks and opportunities.
• Distill complex analyses into clear, executive-ready insights that drive decision-making.
• Continuously improve forecasting processes, model architecture, and tools to enhance accuracy and reduce cycle time.
• Serve as the Finance business partner to Business Management and Sales Operations, driving alignment on revenue targets and planning assumptions.
• Establish and monitor leading indicators to improve forecast accuracy (e.g., bookings-to-bill, ASP trends, product/customer mix).
• Lead cross-functional alignment sessions with Business Management, Sales Ops, and Finance leadership to validate revenue assumptions and boundary conditions.
• Enable a structured and repeatable process for quarterly and annual revenue planning.
• Develop dashboards and executive-level presentations that simplify complex financial data and support decision-making.
• Continuously enhance planning processes, model architecture, and analytical tools to improve forecast accuracy and reduce cycle time.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity across systems supporting financial forecasts.

Benefits

• Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth.
• Opportunities to take on challenges and drive innovative solutions.
• Empowerment to push boundaries and learn every day in a supportive leading global company.
• Programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth.
• Care for employees at work, at home, or wherever they may go.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Potential eligibility for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

What This Job Offers

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