Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale helps our customers – who make smartphones, supercomputers, virtual reality headsets, autonomous vehicles and more – transform their ideas into reality. Our innovations Make Possible® a Better Future.

　　Inside our company, we apply the idea of make possible as we work together. We value our people and teams who turn possibilities into reality by advancing our strategy, accomplishing great things and empowering others. We are deeply committed to fostering a Culture of Inclusion where every person knows they belong, feels empowered to bring their whole self to work, and is inspired to grow.

　　If you’re looking for a great place to grow your career, consider Applied Materials. With the data explosion and new investment in semiconductors, it’s an exciting place to be.

　　Position Overview

　　Applied Materials’ Global Supply Chain Department is searching for interns to join our team in summer 2024! Interns will work in the Global Supply Chain group supporting Commodity Business Managers, Procurement/Materials Managers and Supply Chain Analytics. Commodity Business Managers are responsible for supplier selection, supplier management, commercial negotiations, and creating and executing commodity strategies. Procurement and Materials Managers are responsible for ensuring timely delivery of materials to our factories while meeting cost and quality targets.

　　Responsibilities

　　Completing supplier request for quotations (RFQs)

　　Working with suppliers on obsolescence compliance and training

　　Preparing supplier profiles for presenting to management

　　Performing part analytics to ensure parts are assigned to the proper commodity family

　　Interacting with Suppliers on cost reduction opportunities

　　Supporting Commodity Business Managers in various tasks including meeting & presentation preparation, supplier management, quarterly business reviews, supplier capacity reviews

　　Perform Buyer functions, including: Creating, re-scheduling, and cancelling POs per MRP

　　Call suppliers to get material status and expedite material

　　Resolve Accounts Payable issues related to PO invoice and receipt discrepancies

　　Find alternate/emergency sources for material

　　Provide material delivery updates directly to factory stakeholders and leadership

　　Mitigate excess POs and inventory through supplier negotiations

　　Perform MRP and Spend Analytics looking for optimization of business practice

　　Requirements

　　Student must be pursuing a Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or a related major

　　Student must be in good academic standing at their university, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale

　　Ability to problem-solve creatively and analytically

　　Commitment to quality and customer satisfaction

　　Excellent listening, writing, quantitative, qualitative and oral communication skills

　　Data analytics skills (E.g. advanced excel, working with multiple data sets)

　　Desire for continuous learning and improvement

　　Flexible and adaptable mindset who thrives in a results-driven culture

　　Authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship

　　Compensation

　　$41 per hour

　　The rate offered to a selected candidate will be based on a number of factors including location and education level and will vary depending on confirmed job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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　　Additional Information

　　Travel:

　　Yes, 10% of the Time

　　Relocation Eligible:

　　Yes

　　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.