Director Supplier Account Management jobs at Applied Materials in India

What We Offer

Key Responsibilities

Manages a mechanical engineering group with specific responsibility for mechanical systems and equipment design function, staffing, technical mentoring as required within the engineering group, staff professional and personal development, team building, defining organizational roles, hiring and retention. Additional responsibilities include developing and sustainingsupervisors/technicalleaders for key areas of responsibility, and budget adherence. Also, technically lead and/or execute engineering projects/programs

Provides management with updates pertaining to progress in specific programs and initiatives, and assures that information required in other functional areas is disseminated appropriately

Define, develop, and sustain product strategy, objectives and roadmap

Assures that a full range of technical reviews are held

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles within own job family and knowledge of other related job families

• Applies in-depth understanding of how own discipline integrates within thesegment/function

Leadership

• Manages multiple related teams, sets organizational priorities and allocates resources

Problem Solving

• Identifies and resolves complex technical, operational and organizational problems

Impact

• Impacts the business results of a team or area by supporting and funding of projects, products, services and/or technologies and developing policies and plans
• Guided by business unit, department or sub-functional business plans

Interpersonal Skills

• Influences others internally and externally, including senior management

Key Responsibilities

Manages a mechanical engineering group with specific responsibility for mechanical systems and equipment design function, staffing, technical mentoring as required within the engineering group, staff professional and personal development, team building, defining organizational roles, hiring and retention. Additional responsibilities include developing and sustainingsupervisors/technicalleaders for key areas of responsibility, and budget adherence. Also, technically lead and/or execute engineering projects/programs

Provides management with updates pertaining to progress in specific programs and initiatives, and assures that information required in other functional areas is disseminated appropriately

Define, develop, and sustain product strategy, objectives and roadmap

Assures that a full range of technical reviews are held

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles within own job family and knowledge of other related job families

• Applies in-depth understanding of how own discipline integrates within thesegment/function

Leadership

• Manages multiple related teams, sets organizational priorities and allocates resources

Problem Solving

• Identifies and resolves complex technical, operational and organizational problems

Impact

• Impacts the business results of a team or area by supporting and funding of projects, products, services and/or technologies and developing policies and plans
• Guided by business unit, department or sub-functional business plans

Interpersonal Skills

• Influences others internally and externally, including senior management

What We Offer

The Supplier Account Manager is responsible for managing strategic relationships with assigned suppliers to ensure cost, quality, and delivery performance aligning with organizational goals. This role involves end-to-end supply chain engagement, supplier qualification, and risk mitigation for Box build & BTP assemblies

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and develop strategic suppliers for Box build/BTP assemblies
• Build and maintain strong relationships with assigned suppliers
• Conduct regular supplier capability/capacity assessments to support Applied Materials demand and mitigating supply chain risks
• Measure supplier KPI's covering cost, quality, Delivery and Lead time.
• Identify alternate sources to enhance capacity, mitigate supply risks and ensure continuity
• Continuously evaluate market trends, cost structures and identify opportunities for cost reduction and maintain competitive pricing
• Negotiate commercial terms and contracts with suppliers that provide the structure for all business relationships between Applied Materials and the supply base
• Collaborate with engineering teams to qualify new suppliers and materials meeting the cost targets and material specifications
• Act as the escalation point for supplier issues and drive resolution
• Aligns and implements commodity strategies
• Engages new supplier introduction and/or disengagement requirements to/from the Applied Materials supply base
• Support resolution to systemic supply chain issues affecting quality, cost, delivery or lead-time

Skills:

• Strong negotiator and ability to read people quickly and adapt to complex situations
• Strong communication skills – written & verbal
• Ability to read technical drawings
• Ability to develop strong relationships in a matrixed organization to influence multiple BU's and drive change, partnership and collaboration
• Communicate in a clear, concise and timely manner (both verbal and written) to operate and collaborate effectively.
• Proven experience managing suppliers with integration capabilities, Box build & BTP assemblies
• Experience working with people remotely and ability to leverage technology and influence appropriately in a remote and global working environment.
• Experience working on a global scale with a variety of cultures with sound knowledge of logistics & customs regulation (Import/export)
• Demonstrated ability and passion to solve problems with data driven, rigorous approach.
• Resourceful with a strong work ethics and excellent execution of projects and objectives.

• Bachelor’s Degree in any field ofMechanical/ProductionEngineering
• 10+ years of Experience in Manufacturing, Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain, Project Management and/or relevant industry certification(s) preferred
• Strong manufacturing process knowledge of integration capabilities
• 5+ years of Leading commercial large scale negotiation with large scale suppliers
• Preferred experience working in start-up environment for establishing new supply chain ecosystems targeting domestic India market
• Proficiency working with Excel, Word, PowerPointskills. Knowledgeof SAP & Ariba RFQ tool is added advantage
• Experience in semiconductor industry is an added advantage

Requirements:

• An Indian citizen with valid passport & ability to travel
• Ability to travel 25% of the work time
• Flexibility to work from home/office environment
• As required Flexibility to work in multiple time zones to collaborate with teams across regions

Valid driving license

What We Offer

What We Offer

Key Responsibilities:
• Analyze and document current procurement processes across indirect procurement.
• Design and implement streamlined processes to improve efficiency, automation and compliance.
• Develop and maintain process maps, workflows, and SOPs using BPM tools (e.g., Visio, Aris).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify pain points and improvement opportunities.
• Define and document business requirements and use cases with internal stakeholders.
• Understand and assess change impacts of to-be processes, relative to impact and ease of implementation
• Lead or support process improvement projects using Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communications.
• Deliver training, documentation and presentations in terms that are understandable to all parties.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in process engineering, procurement operations, or supply chain.
• Hands-on experience with procurement systems such as SAP Ariba and Fieldglass.
• Strong skills in process mapping tools (e.g., Visio).
• Proven project management experience; PMP certification is a plus.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher) preferred.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

We develop systems for advanced chip manufacturing using cutting-edgetechnology and innovativemultidisciplinary solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify customers high-value problems and lead multidisciplinary teams to develop solutions.
• Interface with internal and external customers on product roadmap matters.
• Develop long-term plans and product strategies.
• Evaluate and validate technical strategies.
• Promote communication and alignment across departments.
• Build a product community and standardize PM practices.
• Define metrics and report on PM function progress.

• Provide mentorship and oversight to Product Managers.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of Semiconductor Metrology & Inspection systems
• Utilizes tools, templates, and checklists for lifecycle stages.

Leadership

• Seen as the voice of the market.
• Leads through subordinate Product Managers; executes business plans at the segment or functional level and contributes to broader strategy development.

Problem Solving

• Directs the resolution of complex or atypical issues, applying advanced analytical skills and judgment.

• Implements automated KPI tracking, and supports continuous process improvement.

Education:Master's Degree

15+ years