Ags Etch Service Business Unit – Line Manager E4 jobs at Applied Materials

Key Responsibilities

Prepares project plans and drives the project from conception and planning to implementation. Will participate in the development of strategies, processes and resources.

Manages project schedule and task details by utilizing project management tools such as reports, tracking charts, checklist and project scheduling software.

Coordinates allocated resources from within the Division to achieve on-time and within budget performance objectives for the project. Initiates and manages purchase requisitions, and purchase orders.

Interfaces and coordinates within the division to define project objectives, provide status updates and prepare for release and deployment.

Identifies and resolves potential complications within the project and develops solutions for resolution.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field

Business Expertise

• 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

Problem Solving

• Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions

Impact

• Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view

Role will report to MDP Manufacturing Engineering

Present to customers as required

MDP technical product knowledge and MFG processes preferred

Responsibilities

• Build strong partnerships with HR and business leaders to understand organizational goals and talent priorities.
• Use data and insights to identify risks, opportunities, and proactive compensation actions.
• Design and execute scalable, globally aligned solutions for compensation challenges.
• Lead formal compensation processes and manage ad-hoc needs such as promotions, retention, and counter-offers.
• Provide tools, resources, and guidance to enable effective compensation decisions.
• Collaborate across the global Rewards team to share best practices and continuously improve.

Attributes for Success

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Collaborative and solution-oriented, with the ability to influence and build trust.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving outcomes with urgency.
• Bold, creative, and committed to execution excellence.

7-10 years of experience including:

• Proven track record leading large-scale, complex compensation implementations across regions.
• Strong strategic advisory skills , partnering with HR and business leaders to deliver aligned solutions.
• Expertise in market analysis, pay equity, and data-driven decision-making .
• Skilled in global collaboration and navigating compliance requirements.
• Proficient with HRIS/compensation systems (e.g., Workday, SAP) and advanced Excel.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, Finance, or related field
• 7-10 years in compensation or rewards with experience in complex, global implementations .
• Advanced analytical and Excel skills ; proficiency with HRIS/compensation systems (Workday, SAP).
• Strong strategic thinking, collaboration, and influencing skills .
• Ability to navigate ambiguity , ensure compliance, and deliver scalable solutions.

Role Responsibilities:

• Lead and/or develop and execute complex projects that have a substantial mix of electrical, mechanical, physics, algorithms, and software design; attend design reviews and provide input to meet market requirement specifications (MRS) and hardware/software specifications.

• Coordinate with project marketing and management to understand system requirements

• Lead architecture brainstorming meetings and drive the systems process to down select to a final architecture of a top-level system

• Write detailed specifications that cover all aspects of subsystem modules including interfaces to the product by using systems analysis to create a diagram

• Create concepts for complex architectural design approaches

• Lead team evaluations of architectures to provide recommendation for best system solution approach. Provide feedback on variety of components and modules.

• Identify and troubleshoot a range of complex engineering problems in field of technical expertise, including serviceability and manufacturability.

• Support System Integration during the assembly and final testing of new product designs.

• Interface with groups to workout design, systems architecture development, and integration issues.

• Define all equipment interfaces and systems architecture and insure they are up to date and documented.

• Work with vendors to develop new competitive products, including development of key suppliers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree

• 7-10 years of experience

What We Offer

Key Responsibilities
This is a Carrier Management Role responsible for ensuring our Logis􀆟cs Service Providers (LSP) performs
at the agreed level of execu􀆟on. It requires a broad level of understanding in various transporta􀆟on
networks (Air, Ocean, Ground, and Parcel Shipping) and familiarity with freight flow (Order Management,
Warehousing, Transport Compliance, Packaging, etc). This role ensures the effec􀆟ve execu􀆟on of thecommunica􀆟on externally with LSP and internally with Buyers and Supplier Managers. Specifically, the
role will be responsible for the following ac􀆟vi􀆟es:
 Service Level Performance Management
o Escala􀆟on Management
o On Time Performance
o Missing, Wrong, & Damage PPM
 Cross Dock Management
 MBR Par􀆟cipa􀆟on, Carrier Management
 New Volume Onboarding
1. Defining Global Processes
a. All established processes must be applicable across the globe
i. Communication cadence withshipper/suppliers/carriers/within
ii. Miscommunication leading to carrier failure is considered a process break (our
responsibility)
b. Manage carrier SOWs
i. Know & uphold our expectations from our carriersc. Establishing clear & achievable SLAs/KPIs
i. Review transit with carriers
ii. Review agreed transit time as per pricing schedule
iii. Work with CBMs on Performance Plans
d. Internal Promotions
i. Creating visuals/documents on carrier expectations
1. Covering end-to-end process from EDI to Freight Payment.ii. Connect with Buyers/ Logistics Coordinators to align their expectations from our
carrierscustomer service
2. Carrier Management
a. Manage Operational Risks
i. Track company-wide closures
ii. Track market conditions (port strikes, holiday disruptions, etcs)
iii. Work with carriers on contingency plans for expected delays
b. Driving Continuous Performance Improvements
i. Drive consistency on performance
ii. Improve both gross & net scores
iii. Identifying areas of improvement
iv. Manage MBR Action Trackers
c. Project Management for Specialized Cargo
i. Quotation Creation in CargoBased. POC and Escalation Point for CrossDock
i. Regular meetings with Material Project Managers to work with shippers on
proper selection of Mode of Transport
ii. Regular meetings with CrossDock service provider
iii. Support with issues between CrossDock service provider and transport service
provider
e. New Program Launches (i.e CrossDock)
i. Support with SOP/SOW creationsiii. Transition Manager for any carrier change projects
Minimum Requirements: Education & Experience
 Bachelor’s Degree
 Years of logis􀆟cs or rela􀆟ve experience contributes to Job Grade placement
Knowledge & Skills:
 Communica􀆟on skills at all levels.
 Demonstrate sense of urgency.
 Accustomed to taking accountability for ensuring that projects are completed on 􀆟me.
 Iden􀆟fies and resolves technical, opera􀆟onal, and organiza􀆟onal problems.
 Analy􀆟cal and use of data to drive solu􀆟ons.
 Strong a􀆩en􀆟on to details
 Ability to deal with ambiguity.
 High level of business acumen.

Key Responsibilities

When necessary, works closely with customer to optimize tool performance to meet customer process and integration requirements.

Knowledge of 3 or more processes on 2 or more technologies or expert level in 1 technology

Basic integration knowledge

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field

Business Expertise

• 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

Problem Solving

• Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions

Impact

• Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view

KeyResponsibilities

• Collaborate closely with service business unit executives to drive business performance, deliver on strategic objectives and provide actional insights.
  • Define and execute financial strategies aligned with AGS and corporate objectives
  • Drive initiatives that improve profitability and operational efficiency across service offerings
• Partner cross functionally to support new service productdevelopment frominitiation to release
  • Prepare 4-8 Qtr. roll out revenue and margin plan by customer, units, ASP and cost that integrates the cost reduction plan
  • Prepare 5-year evaluation model of the incremental value the product creates
  • Identify the key cost reduction roadmap for each cost component as relevant. Identify assumed impact, timing and actions required.
• Drive the financial performance of your business unit(s) relative to expectations:
  • Prepare QoQ and YoY revenue and standard margin analysis, monitor performance throughout the quarter
  • Continuously identify and track 'execution opportunities' to improve standard margins, identify issues, helpaddress/improve, trackimpact
  • Build KPI / trackers to prioritize management around the highest value opportunities
• Manage investment spending, develop ROI analysis on new projects and prioritize investments accordingly
• Provide financial decision support on ad hoc/scenario analysis and present to finance and non-finance executives
• Partner with business and drive strategic process improvement programs
• Manage and mentor extended SBU finance analyst, fostering a culture of learning and excellence
• Provide support for special projects and/or M&A activities

Qualifications & Preferences

• Proven ability to operate as an independent finance partner to business leaders
• Strong communication and influencing skills across cross-functional teams
• Advanced excel skill required; working experience with Tableau, Power BI, or SQL preferred
• Be curious to understand the drivers of top and bottom-line growth
• Basic accounting knowledge

Project Management

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and timelines.

• Track project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and mitigate them.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.

• Manage project budgets and resources effectively to implement solutions

• Ability to deliver high quality solutions managing scope, on time, within budget and high customer satisfaction.

• Gain expertise and guide teams to follow management processes

• Demonstrates sound judgment and effective time management

• Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills

Technical Expertise

• Possess a strong understanding of physical security systems, including access control, video management, intrusion detection, and fire alarm systems.

• Prepare, review and approve design packages, ensuring adherence to industry standards and business requirements.

• Coordinate with design teams to develop accurate and detailed design documentation.

• Oversee the selection and procurement of appropriate equipment and materials.

• Implement quality control measures to ensure project deliverables meet high standards.

• Conduct regular quality assurance reviews and audits.

• Identify and address quality issues promptly.

Relationship Management

• Build, collaborate, and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders (IT, Legal, Finance, Facilities, HR etc.)

• Set and manage expectations with vendors.

• Communicate effectively with business to understand their needs and expectations.

• Proactively address business concerns and resolve issues.

Required Skills

• 8+ years of experience managing physical security projects.

• Certifications in Project Management

• Strong technical knowledge of physical security systems (C-Cure, Access Control, identity management, video management, intrusion detection systems).

• Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., Jira, SmartSheets, CAD, BlueBeam etc).

• Knowledge of construction and facility management processes.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills