We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to fill the role of Senior Semiconductor Equipment Material Specialist. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background in material science, coupled with extensive expertise in various fabrication commodities, a proven track record in program management, supply chain proficiency, and demonstrated business acumen within the semiconductor industry.

　　Key Responsibilities

　　Supply Chain Expertise

　　Develop and implement effective supply chain strategy from NPI to High Volume that meets performance requirements.

　　Collaborate and negotiate with key suppliers to ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply of materials and components.

　　Establishing and ensuring adherence to best practice policies and procedures. Develop, implement and manage best practice material handling in support of shop floor lean manufacturing and lean logistics initiatives.

　　Establish and ensure adherence to best practice policies and procedures. Develop, implement and manage best practice material handling in support of shop floor lean manufacturing and lean logistics initiatives.

　　Material Science Expertise

　　Leverage in-depth knowledge of material science principles to optimize semiconductor equipment design and performance.

　　Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement innovative materials for enhanced efficiency and reliability.

　　Fabrication Commodities

　　Demonstrate proficiency across diverse fabrication commodities, including but not limited to photolithography, etching, deposition, and wafer processing.

　　Lead initiatives to assess and implement advancements in fabrication technologies to meet evolving industry standards.

　　Program Management

　　Oversee and manage end-to-end semiconductor equipment NPI development programs from Supply Chain perspective.

　　Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality control throughout the NPI project lifecycle.

　　Early identify and resolve potential complications/ risks jeopardizing the program’s targets. Provide fact-based containment options and/ or sustainable solution scenarios to executive stakeholders.

　　Technical Leadership

　　Drive R&D initiatives to explore emerging technologies and materials for potential integration into semiconductor equipment.

　　Stay abreast of industry trends and competitor activities to guide strategic decision-making.

　　Provide technical leadership to a multidisciplinary team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

　　Mentor junior team members, sharing knowledge and best practices to elevate the overall technical capabilities of the team.

　　Functional Knowledge

　　Proven expertise in program management, supply chain management, and business acumen.

　　Strong understanding of material properties and their impact on semiconductor device performance.

　　Extensive knowledge of various fabrication commodities and processes.

　　Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

　　Business Expertise

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

　　Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services.

　　Leadership

　　May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity

　　Mentor and share knowledge junior team members

　　Problem Solving

　　Leads others to solve complex problems and associated risks; uses structured approach as well as sophisticated, analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutionsImpact

　　Positively impact results of a department, business unit or sub-function or facilitates the work done by other segments/functions by providing support to improve business gross marginsInterpersonal Skills

　　Communicates efficiently difficult concepts, negotiates and influences the opinions of others at the senior executive level and in external organizations; exercises sensitivity to the audienceQualifications

　　Education: Advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Material Science, Engineering, or a related field. MBA preferred.

　　Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in semiconductor equipment development, fabrication and Supply Chain management.

　　Qualifications

　　Education:

　　Bachelor's Degree

　　Skills:

　　Certifications:

　　Languages:

　　Years of Experience:

　　15+ Years

　　Work Experience:

　　Additional Information

　　Time Type:

　　Full time

　　Employee Type:

　　Assignee / Regular

　　Travel:

　　Not Specified

　　Relocation Eligible:

　　Yes

　　U.S. Salary Range:

　　$140,000.00 - $192,500.00

　　The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

　　For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

　　Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.