Strategic Program Manager, AI Awareness

Applied Materials•Santa Clara, CA

2d•$140,000 - $192,500

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 are seeking a talented and motivated program manager to join our team focused on advancing AI awareness and adoption at Applied Materials. Our mission is to empower all employees to understand, embrace, and leverage AI technologies, to drive innovation and productivity across the company. The team is dedicated to building a culture of continuous learning, fostering communities of practice, and delivering high-impact programs that accelerate our strategic AI initiatives. If you are passionate about shaping the future of work through AI and community engagement, we invite you to join us!

Requirements

Exceptional prioritization and project management skills.
Deep listening and synthesizing critical issues into an action plan.
Facilitating engaging workshops and training sessions for leaders and employees, ensuring knowledge transfer and active participation.
Extracting insights from multiple data sources to make informed decisions.
Staying organized amidst a high volume of complex projects and stakeholders.
Driving outcomes with a proactive, creative, and adaptable approach.
Thriving in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience leveraging AI tools and analytics to inform decisions and optimize workflows.
Demonstrated success guiding teams and stakeholders in adopting AI-powered tools and best practices.

Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with others on the team for the planning, proliferation, and adoption of strategic programs for AI awareness and skill-building across the enterprise.
Design and implement an AI awareness program for leaders, including workshops, resources, and ongoing engagements.
Engage the program community to drive AI adoption, best practices, and peer learning for the targeted audience.
Proactively engage stakeholders to understand their needs and drive alignment on AI-related initiatives.
Use qualitative and quantitative data to inform program decisions and measure impact.
Continuously assess and optimize workflows and processes to ensure the best experience for program participants.
Track adoption metrics, summarize feedback, and prepare progress updates for leadership.
Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration through community-building activities.
Partner with cross-functional colleagues to ensure alignment and integration of AI initiatives with broader organizational objectives.
Manage relationships with external partners and vendors to support program goals.