Spending Manager, AGS (Applied Global Service)

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

11h • Onsite

About The Position

The Spending Manager, AGS serves as the global spending lead for Applied Global Services, with responsibility for forecast consolidation, spend performance analysis, planning processes, and executive-level insights across COS and OPEX. This role leads a team of analysts and partners closely with business leaders to drive financial rigor, improve visibility to risks and opportunities, and support strategic decision-making. The role combines strong analytics, clear communication, and cross-functional influence to improve financial performance and operational effectiveness.

Requirements

• Experience in spend management, procurement, sourcing, finance, FP&A, or related analytical roles
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret large data sets and turn analysis into business recommendations
• Experience with spend reporting, budgeting, forecasting, or cost optimization
• Ability to work across functions and influence stakeholders without direct authority
• Strong communication skills, including ability to present insights clearly to business and finance leaders
• Experience with analytics tools
• Strong Excel and data visualization capability; familiarity with dashboards and reporting tools preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead AGS spend forecasting across COS and OPEX, including consolidation, variance analysis, and communication of key messages to leadership
• Own planning processes tied to AOP, including Zero-Based Budgeting and investment planning
• Track projects associated with key strategic initiatives against AOP commitments and highlight risks, gaps, and opportunities
• Monitor budget alignment and help stakeholders understand trade-offs, risks, and performance drivers
• Prepare executive-ready recommendations, reporting, and updates on spend performance and required actions
• Partner cross-functionally to improve planning quality, forecasting accuracy, and spend transparency
• Drive process enhancements, including system solution implementation and reporting improvements
• Lead and develop analysts, ensuring strong financial discipline, analytical quality, and responsiveness to business needs

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
• Programs and support for personal and professional growth
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Potential eligibility for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed