Product Management - Packaging jobs at Applied Materials

Key Responsibilities

Will prepare project plan and coordinates the attainment of project deliverables from planning to implementation. Maintains matrix for process improvements

Will drive project deliverables and task details by through the use reports, tracking charts and, checklists.

Will research causes to project obstacles and assist in implementing solutions for resolution.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

TEAM OVERVIEW:

• We are a team of program managers that solve high impact issues in the Semiconductor world. We are looking for innovative problem solvers that are driven by curiosity and creativity. We go above and beyond, working together in a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure customer satisfaction.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive strategic programs and projects related supply chain and engineering issues to support Applied Material's spares and services business
• Analyze data using tools from basic excel, to Tableau Power BI, as well as embracing AI to support analytics and decision making.
• Develop strategies that drive the future of supply chain at Applied Materials.
• Interact with all cross-functional groups, from external teams suppliers and customers, to internal team of engineers, supply chain, legal, and operational teams.
• Improve internal processes to drive cost down and efficiency up.
• Complies with all policies and standards

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Background in basic program / project management concepts
• Understanding of supply chain fundamentals
• Ability to analyze data and create presentations (Excel, PowerPoint)
• Preferred semiconductor knowledge/experience
• Data analysis

REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION:

• Minimum: Masters Degree/ MBA
• Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or MBA
• GPA requirements 3.0 or above

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please apply by January 30, 2026. Note: This position may close early based on application volume or candidate selection.

Description

In this role you will serve as the interface between organizations within Global Operations, spearheading digital product development initiatives that help better align supply and demand on an ongoing basis. You will work at the intersection of software development, AI/ML, and operations strategy and your products/vision will utilize the latest advances within each to help guide decision making at all levels.

If you’re passionate about leveraging data and software to transform how operations deliver impact, you’ll fit right in.

Responsibilities

• Define product vision to improve manufacturing and supply chain agility, optimize factory planning, and serve as an input into strategic decisions.
• Understand business problems related to manufacturing operations; identify and represent user needs by actively defining and aligning product requirements with stakeholder teams.
• Create product roadmaps that outline product feature unlock timelines and become the single point of contact for the product who can communicate effectively with cross-functional teams on a regular cadence.
• Craft clear investment cases to ensure funding to make your vision/roadmap a reality.
• Own the delivery of the overall technical and/or workflow solution through constructive working relationships with partner teams.
• Manage product lifecycle end-to-end by including requirements, algo/SW development, testing and pilot phases.
• Manage internal and external partnerships related to technology, strategy, and operations.

Desired Qualifications

• 7-12 years of experience in operations, supply chain, manufacturing, or product management.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, industrial engineering, supply chain management, or equivalent; Master’s degree or MBA a plus.
• Strong critical thinking skills, the ability to influence and communicate effectively within a cross-functional community.
• Excel at defining clear product requirements, building and managing roadmaps, and driving the full product lifecycle from concept through pilot and scale.
• Comfortable working with data tools, software development teams, and workflow automation; experience with digital-operations initiatives a plus.
• Self-motivated individual who can drive progress towards broad objectives without close supervision
• Previous experience developing software or business intelligence tools in a user-centric agile environment.
• Viewed as an evangelist for new ideas with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Preferred (primary) location is in Austin. Secondary location is Santa Clara, CA
• Up to 25% travel,

Key Responsibilities

Develops abstract scope business & marketing plans, assesses market penetration and product positioning to drive competitive advantage, revenue and market share

Recommends investment decisions for new product development

Partners with Engineering, Manufacturing and Sales to develop new products and enhance existing products as well as communicate critical market needs and time requirements

Supports the Field to ensure synergistic account approaches and optimization of all opportunities for account partnership and penetration

Manages release of abstract products through the end of their product life cycle

Functional Knowledge

• Regarded as the technical expert in their particular field

• Demonstrates in-depth and/or breadth of expertise in own discipline and broad knowledge of other disciplines within the function

Business Expertise

• Anticipates business and regulatory issues; recommends product, process or service improvements

Leadership

• Leads projects with notable risk and complexity; develops the strategy for project execution

Problem Solving

• Solves unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business; requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop solutions

Impact

• Impacts the direction and resource allocation for program, project or services; works within general functional policies and industry guidelines

Interpersonal Skills

• Communicates complex ideas, anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Electrical/Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in semiconductor industry, preferably in advanced packaging or heterogeneous integration.
• Strong technical understanding of wafer-level processes, interconnect technologies, and integration flows.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for technical and executive audiences.
• Proven project management experience and ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong business acumen with ability to link technical capabilities to market value.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in leading-edge semiconductor manufacturing or ecosystem companies (e.g., major IDMs, foundries, or equipment suppliers).
• Familiarity with hybrid bonding, TSV, RDL, and advanced packaging architectures.
• Ability to perform competitive benchmarking and articulate differentiation.
• Experience turning technology strategy into market-driven business plans.

• Communication & Influence: Inspiring teams and stakeholders through clear vision, executive presence, and persuasive leadership.
• Cultural Agility: Experience leading diverse teams and adapting strategies for global success.
• Innovation & Simplification: Driving continuous improvement through process simplification and automation.
• Program and Project Management: Ability to lead large-scale transformation using agile, lean, and PMI methodologies.
• Technology Proficiency: Expertise in deploying and leveraging platforms to accelerate digital transformation.
• Change Management: Proven capability to guide teams through organizational change and embed new ways of working.

• Bachelor’s degree required, MBA or relevant Master’s preferred for strategic leadership and transformation expertise.
• Professional certifications (CPSM, CSCP), Lean/Six Sigma, or change management preferred, demonstrating commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
• 10+ years of global procurement, sourcing, or supply chain operations, with at least 5 years in leadership roles overseeing transformation projects.
• Proven success in business process design, project management, technology deployment, and leading digital transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts market competitive analysis for specific pricing strategies and major pricing tasks.
• Assists in the development of business & pricing proposals.
• Assists in Price maintenance to ensure pricing guidance matches the desired market condition and product offering.
• Reporting on price execution and performance.
• Stakeholder communication on pricing processes, policies.
• Supports Business Development to ensure price proposals align with the business opportunity.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates expanded conceptual knowledge in own discipline and broadens capabilities
• Master’s Degree or MBA - Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Data Science or related field
• Proficiency and willingness to analyze data.
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of Excel is necessary.
• Hands on experience in Excel VB, Python, SharePoint, Tableau, Power BI, SQL, will be added advantage.

Business Expertise

• Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work

Leadership

• No supervisory responsibilities but provides informal guidance to new team members

Problem Solving

• Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment and precedents

Impact

• Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please apply by December 31, 2026. Note: This position may close early based on application volume or candidateselection."

Key Responsibilities

Will prepare project plan and coordinates the attainment of project deliverables from planning to implementation. Maintains matrix for process improvements

Will drive project deliverables and task details by through the use reports, tracking charts and, checklists.

Will research causes to project obstacles and assist in implementing solutions for resolution.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus