Strategic Sourcing Manager

Applied Materials•Austin, TX

About The Position

The Strategic Sourcing Manager is a senior individual contributor responsible for leading complex, high‑judgment sourcing engagements aligned to approved Category Strategies. This role converts strategy into executable sourcing wave plans, drives negotiation and commercial outcomes, and raises execution quality across the Sourcing Center of Excellence (SCoE) through coaching, playbooks, and standards. The role operates in a center‑led model that balances global strategy with regional nuance, delivering measurable value, an improved stakeholder experience, and proactive risk management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
7+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, category execution, or commercial contract negotiations.
Proven track record leading complex sourcing events (RFx/auctions), negotiating high‑value agreements, and delivering measurable outcomes.
Strong commercial acumen including TCO/should‑cost analysis, benchmarking, and the ability to translate insights into negotiation strategy.
Ability to operate effectively in a global, matrixed environment with multiple stakeholders and time zones.

Nice To Haves

Experience in semiconductor or high‑tech indirect procurement environments (facilities, IT, technical services, labor/services, or adjacent categories).
Experience working in/with center‑led procurement operating models and shared service/CoE delivery engines.
Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, CPM) and/or MBA/MS in a relevant discipline.
Demonstrated change leadership and process improvement experience (Lean/Six Sigma, design thinking, or similar).