Spending Manager, AGS (Applied Global Service)
Applied Materials•Santa Clara, CA
•$138,000 - $190,000•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
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Participation in a bonus program
- Stock award program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
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