Applied Materials - Santa Clara, CA

posted about 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Santa Clara, CA
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Commodity Business Manager (CBM) role within Applied Materials' Global Sourcing and Procurement (GSP) organization focuses on leading and executing category management and sourcing processes for the Lab Equipment category. This position is critical for developing long-term strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring effective procurement practices that align with the company's vision and operational needs. The CBM will play a key role in supporting large capital projects and providing business intelligence to stakeholders, while also navigating the complexities of the semiconductor industry.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a global Lab Equipment category portfolio, serving as SME and escalation point to avoid operational disruptions.
  • Negotiate and manage strategic supplier relationships for Lab Equipment.
  • Develop and manage global category strategies aligning the supply base with the end vision and needs of internal business owners.
  • Effectively communicate updates and decision levers (including budgeting information) to executives in a cross-functional and rapid environment.
  • Perform extensive data analysis utilizing financial and technical acumen to identify scalable opportunities for deeper cost savings.
  • Manage up to $300M global spend with annual YoY underlying profit impact.
  • Lead global, cross functional teams focused on continuous supply base efficiencies, risk mitigation, speed to market and cost control.
  • Lead RFx creation/management, supplier communications, market research/analysis, data collection/analysis, and contract management, development and redlining (pricing, terms and conditions, SOWs, MSAs, etc.).
  • Act as a thought leader within a cross-functional team tasked to transform global enterprise P2P operations, supply chain resilience, sustainability, and supplier diversity.
  • Develop and maintain positive business relationships with key stakeholders and budget owners and collaborate in a personable, approachable manner.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 10+ years of procurement experience with 5+ years of relevant global category management and strategic sourcing.
  • Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to dissect/solve problems using a data-driven approach.
  • Proven experience partnering with executive sponsors and business leaders to develop category strategies and drive continuous improvement through global, cross functional teams.
  • Experience leading cross functional teams through complex strategic sourcing initiatives end to end.
  • Excellent Excel, Word, PowerPoint skills.

Nice-to-haves

  • BE/MBA degree or equivalent.
  • Engineering degree is desired.
  • Deep category insight of Lab Equipment.
  • Semiconductor Industry experience is desired.
  • Consulting and advisory experience is a plus.
  • Knowledge of Lab Supplies is a plus.
  • Experience working within a highly virtual team, ability to leverage technology and influence appropriately in a remote or globalized working environment.
  • Familiarity with procurement software (such as Ariba, ServiceNow, SAP), approval workflows, purchasing policy development and contracts.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and potential participation in a bonus and stock award program.
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