Senior Director of Finance – SPG M&A, Business Development & Strategy

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

33d • $184,000 - $253,000

About The Position

The Senior Director of Finance will serve as the embedded strategic finance leader within SPG (Semiconductor Products Group) Finance, acting as a trusted advisor to the business leaders. This role is responsible for financial modeling, valuation, and structuring of business development initiatives, partnerships, and M&A transactions. The role also plays a critical part in portfolio prioritization, capital allocation, and strategic decision-making, ensuring investments are evaluated through both financial and strategic lenses. This role reports to VP SPG Finance. Semiconductor Products Group (SPG) develops industry‑leading equipment and technologies used to manufacture advanced semiconductor chips, enabling breakthroughs in AI, high‑performance computing, memory, and IoT.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field; MBA strongly preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive finance experience including strategic finance, M&A, or corporate development.
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills; expertise in scenario planning, investment analysis, and portfolio management.
• Proven ability to influence senior executives in a matrixed environment.
• Strong understanding of portfolio management and capital allocation frameworks.
• Strategic mindset with strong business and financial judgment.
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous and fast-moving environments.
• Executive presence, credibility, and strong communication skills.
• Collaborative, results-oriented leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Business Development & M&A Leadership Serve as the primary finance partner to business leadership for business development, partnerships, M&A and other strategic activities.
• Lead financial modeling, valuation, and scenario analysis for BU-sponsored transactions.
• Partner with Corporate Development, Strategy, and other functional leaders to structure transactions aligned with BU strategy.
• Support financial due diligence and integration planning with a focus on value realization and execution risk.
• Strategic & Financial Decision Support Provide ongoing strategic finance support to BU leadership on growth and investment decisions
• Evaluate strategic initiatives using both financial metrics (NPV, ROI, cash flow) and strategic criteria.
• Provide ad-hoc finance support for various SPG wide initiatives
• Develop executive-level analyses and recommendations for GM and senior leadership discussions.
• Executive & External Engagement Act as a trusted finance advisor to BU General Manager and senior executives.
• Present complex financial and strategic analyses with clarity and executive presence.
• Engage directly with external partners, acquisition targets, and advisors.

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: Director