Supplier Account Management Director
About The Position
Who We Are 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. What We Offer 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. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 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. Learn more about our benefits.
Requirements
- Demonstrates broad and comprehensive understanding of different systems, theories, and practices.
- Applies broad industry and commercial awareness to drive financial and operational performance across business unit, department, or sub-functions
- Leads through direct and indirect management of team and peers, executes segment/functional business plans, and drives the development of segment/functional strategy. Can form deep and influential partnerships with Supplier leadership
- Directs the resolution of highly complex or unusual business problems applying advanced analytical thought and judgment.
- Guided by segment/functional strategy, impacts results of a department, business unit or sub-function or facilitates the work done by other segments/functions.
- Negotiates and influences the opinions of others at the senior executive level and in external organizations.
- Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.
Responsibilities
- Develops, aligns, and implements RF commodity strategies.
- Negotiates and manages agreements with suppliers that provide the structure for all business relationships between Applied Materials and the supply base.
- Engages with Business Unit Product Lifecycle processes to ensure alignment with commodity strategies.
- Directs new supplier introduction and/or disengagement requirements to/from the Applied Materials supply base.
- Drives resolution to systemic supply chain issues affecting quality, cost, delivery or lead-time, which may include engagement with sub-tiers in the supply chain.
- Develops and presents high level cost reduction opportunities.
- Approves/final authority, delivers, and manages Supplier Performance Improvement Plans.
- Drives formal supplier performance reviews and technology/commercial Roadmap alignments.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
