Sr. Manager Materials Management

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

Location:
Singapore,SGP

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General Profile: Provides leadership and direction through managers and professional staff. Is accountable for the performance and results of a region or related job families. Executes segment/functional business plans and contributes to the development of segment/functional strategy. Decisions are guided by segment/functional strategy and priorities. Directs and controls the activities of a broad functional area.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for leading an organization of Buyers and Materials Program Managers in support of Etch/SRP WW Operations in Singapore.

Responsible for building the team from the ground up: defining organization structure and resource mix, hiring/training/developing top Buyer / MPM / First Level Manager talent, and effectively deploying these resources to support the evolving needs of Etch/SRP Operations in Singapore.

Responsible for ensuring On Time Delivery of all materials to the Singapore factory on spend of >$500M/year, while supporting Global Supply Chain objectives for MCOS, Lead-Time, Resiliency, and Advanced Purchasing Programs.

Responsible for globally leading Etch/SRP Supply Chain engagement in one or more commodity segments (such as EF&F-CM, OEM-Vac & Adv. Mat'ls, etc.).

Responsible for driving POR alignment of the Producer GT and Sym3 Centris & SRP platforms to Singapore Manufacturing: identifying resourcing opportunities, supplier sourcing selection (in alignment with SAM commodity strategy), qualifying within the BU and at customer, and managing share allocation between suppliers.

Responsible for leading resourcing projects to increase spend with India-based suppliers to >$135M by 2029.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates broad and comprehensive understanding of different systems, theories and practices

Business Expertise

• Applies broad industry and commercial awareness to drive financial and operational performance across business unit, department or sub-functions

Leadership

• Leads through subordinate managers of managers; executes segment/functional business plans and contributes to the development of segment/functional strategy

Problem Solving

• Directs the resolution of highly complex or unusual business problems applying advanced analytical thought and judgment

Impact

• Guided by segment/functional strategy, impacts results of a department, business unit or sub-function or facilitates the work done by other segments/functions by providing support to impact the business

Interpersonal Skills

• Negotiates and influences the opinions of others at the senior executive level and in external organizations; exercises sensitivity to the audience

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.

Education: Bachelor's Degree (Supply Chain Management / Industrial Engineering preferred)

Experience: 10 - 15 Years (Leadership positions in Supply Chain / Sourcing preferred)

Additional Information

Time Type:
Full time

Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular

Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:
Yes

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Client-provided location(s): Singapore

Job ID: Applied_Materials-R2620143

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-05-28T19:51:23