דרושים Talent Development Expert ב-Applied Materials ב-United States, Austin

Key Responsibility:

• Conceptualize, develop and facilitate management and organizational development programs and initiatives in the US.
• Define and manage complexity of programs with multiple stakeholders including Business Leaders, HR Business Partners, TD team members, and other relevant HR stakeholders.
• Design innovative and state of the art learning solutions that change behavior and improve performance, velocity and scale.
• Utilize expert facilitation skills for delivering management and professional development interventions and programs across the organization.
• Has coaching abilities to support leader feedback (including but not limited to 360)
• Contribute to the thinking, practice, and dissemination of Talent Management Best Known Methods (BKMs) throughout the organization.

Skills, Experience, and Education:

• 10+ years of experience in organization development and/or management development
• Strategic and systems thinking; complex change management
• Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills, communication skills, and diplomacy, to successfully manage up and down the organization, with individuals at all levels
• Experience in a complex global company in a fast-paced environment preferred
• Instructional design with focus on designing management development solutions
• Effectively engage with leaders across the organization (including senior leader/ stakeholders). Effect outcomes through impactful influence.
• Combine a “consultative” mind-set/approach for diagnosis and development with an execution focus
• Experienced in TD program management including aligning multiple priorities, setting lead indicators and tracking progress in achieving objectives
• Experienced in using practical tools/models for leadership, management, organization, team, and talent improvement interventions and applying them at scale
• Global experience and mindset with flexibility to understand unique business/regional needs
• Able to work in a fast paced, intense, complex, global organization on multiple projects with a clear focus on execution and results
• Agile in ability to respond to changing organizational needs, adjusting resources and timelines
• Open-minded and curious to new perspectives and innovative strategies
• Bring a sense of urgency, energy and focus to achieving goals
• Patient and measured in response to challenges, collaborating effectively within and across

Program Overview

Through the 30-month Supply Chain Undergraduate Rotational Development Program, you will rotate through positions in Purchasing, Sourcing, and Commodity Management over the course of 18 months, then apply your learnings to a “final placement” role for an additional 12 months. In the program, participants develop and refine the technical and business skills required to be successful in the Supply Chain organization. You will experience a blended learning environment which includes mentorship, job shadowing, and expanded networking opportunities with leaders and within our Employee Resource Groups such as the Young Professionals Network (YPN). Participants will have the opportunity to gain high level visibility and create significant impact within a global manufacturing organization.

Position Details

During a series of rotations, participants will take on full-time responsibility of their functional role, which includes:

• Issuing RFQs, analyzing proposals, negotiating prices, executing orders, and ensuring delivery in support of volume manufacturing requirements.
• Developing strategies to procure components at the lowest cost consistent with consideration of quality, reliability of source, and urgency of need.
• Assisting with development, alignment, and implementation of commodity strategies across Applied Business Units.
• Driving resolution to systematic supply chain issues affecting quality, cost, delivery or lead-time.
• Assisting in developing and presenting high-level cost reduction opportunities.
• Presenting sourcing, cost, lead time reduction, capacity initiatives to key stakeholders.
• Forecasting and communicating engineering, materials, and manufacturing requirements to suppliers.
• Providing critical input to outsourcing decisions by performing Make vs. Buy analysis.

Requirements

• Graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Distribution, Industrial Engineering, Management Information Systems, Business Analytics or related field
• Good academic standing with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
• Proficiency in developing effective executive reports and presentations
• Proficiency in Microsoft office tools
• Excellent listening, writing, quantitative, qualitative and oral communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments concurrently
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interactcross-organizationally
• Ability to problem-solve creatively and analytically
• Commitment to quality and customer satisfaction
• Detail-oriented; ability to multi-task; deadline-oriented
• Flexible and adaptable mindset
• Thrive in a results-driven culture
• Nice to have technical skills: Statistics, Machine Learning, Data Analytics, R, SAS, SQL, Python
• Commitment to completing the 30-month program before pursuing other roles within Applied

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please apply by October 31, 2025.Note: This position may close early based on application volume or candidate selection.

Program Overview

Through the 30-month Supply Chain MBA Development Rotational Program, you will rotate through positions in Purchasing, Sourcing, and Commodity Management over the course of 18 months, then apply your learnings to a “final placement” role for an additional 12 months. In the program, participants develop and refine the technical and business skills required to be successful in the Supply Chain organization. You will experience a blended learning environment which includes mentorship, job shadowing, and expanded networking opportunities with leaders and within our Employee Resource Groups such as the Young Professionals Network (YPN). Participants will have the opportunity to gain high level visibility and create significant impact within a global manufacturing organization.

Position Details

During a series of rotations, participants will take on full-time responsibility of their functional role, which includes:

• Forecasts and communicates engineering, materials, and manufacturing requirements to suppliers. Provides input to outsourcing decisions by performing make versus buy analysis. Coordinates demand signals through MRP to minimize inventory exposure.
• Coordinates product development process deliverables through matrix management of buyers, planners, and production control. Collaborates with engineering team to interpret engineering requirements.
• Assists in supplier price and delivery negotiations. Utilizes the preferred supplier selection and assessment process when selecting suppliers. Completes supplier risk assessment on critical and unique parts. Monitors supplier performance (delivery, quality, andcost).
• Manages materials change control process. Meets cost objectives and resolves quality issues. Generates and publishes Key Process Indicators. Tracks total landed costs targets.
• Works with engineering to identify preliminary critical parts, long-lead parts and inspection requirements. Assists in developing supplier and commodity road maps to engineering.
• Actively mediates and partners with quality and engineering teams to resolve supplier quality issues for assigned product groups. Escalate issues to relevant escalation paths as needed (Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Technical Program Management, Finance).
• Use standard tools, dashboards and BKMs to assess supplier capability, overall capacity, ability to support rapid prototyping (NPI), ability to support volume manufacturing, and vertical integration (e.g. parts, cleaning, assembly capabilities) to aid in making sustainable sourcing decisions.

Requirements

• Graduating with an MBA in Supply Chain Management coupled with technical undergraduate degree
• Must be in good academic standing with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
• Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) technology exposure required. Hands on experience preferred
• Data analytics (E.g. advanced excel, working with multiple data sets for decision making)
• Ability to interpret engineering drawingspecifications/requirementsto source parts aligning with sourcing strategy and Supplier capabilities.
• Previous experience in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, Project Management a plus
• Certifications: Six sigma green belt, APICS CPIM, APICS CSCP, PMP a plus
• Flexible and adaptable mindset who thrives in a results-driven culture
• Commitment to completing the 30-month program before pursuing other roles within Applied

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please apply by October 31, 2025. Note: This position may close early based on application volume or candidate selection.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop AR/VR procedures and interactive tutorials for advanced semiconductor tools used in global training programs.
• Create detailed and technically accurate storyboards for complex semiconductor equipment, collaborating closely with the software team to bring these concepts to life in AR/VR environments.
• Lead testing and deployment of AR/VR training modules, ensuring high-quality delivery to field teams.
• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for semiconductor systems, providing timely and expert support to AR/VR developers on electrical, pneumatic, and process-related topics.
• Drive project success through strong leadership and project management, overseeing timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional collaboration with global teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with semiconductor equipment and systems, including electrical and pneumatic components.
• Strong understanding of process engineering and system integration.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Experience in AR/VR technologies is a plus, but not required.

Why Join Us?

• Be at the forefront of AR/VR innovation in semiconductor training.
• Work in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
• Make a tangible impact on global training initiatives.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development.

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; leads small to medium sized 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

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Additional Details

• Familiar with Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Attention to detail for developing and testing leading edge AR/VR application built in-house.
• Has detailed knowledge and understanding of at least one (1) semiconductor toolset and all related sub-systems.
• Previous experience in writing procedures, BKM’s or other engineering-based documentation for creating AR/VR based procedures and tutorials.
• Ability to comprehend complex electrical schematics and other engineering drawings.
• Teamcenter Engineering and Visualization experience.
• Uses own initiative to study and learn new toolsets when required.
• Able to work alone with minimum guidance after initial training period.
• An interest in developing VR & AR training systems and looking ahead to provide new solutions and ideas.
• Strong communication skills a must.

The Planning team within Applied Global Services (AGS) Spares Execution is looking for a talented and driven Planner/Program Manager and Process Improvement Expert. This individual will spearhead strategic initiatives to boost operational efficiency and productivity. The role requires leveraging business process knowledge to manage cross-functional projects, develop and implement process improvements, and ensure these efforts align with the broader business goals.

Process Improvement

• Analyze current processes and identify areas for improvement to enhance efficiency and productivity.

• Develop and implement process improvement initiatives, including standardization and automation.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure process changes align with business needs.

• Track and measure the impact of process improvements, using data-driven approaches to demonstrate value.

• Provide training and support to teams on new processes and tools.

• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.

Strategic Planning

• Contribute to the development of the Spares Execution team's strategic and operational objectives.

• Ensure process improvement initiatives are aligned with the overall business strategy.

• Identify opportunities for innovation and spearhead continuous improvement efforts.

Collaboration and Communication

• Cultivate a collaborative and continuous improvement culture within the Global Planning and Spares Execution team.

• Lead workshops and meetings to gather input and build consensus on process changes.

• Communicate effectively across all organizational levels, from frontline employees to senior executives.

Program Coordination

• Lead and manage multiple organizational processes and improvements simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, fulfillment, and global planning, to ensure successful execution of process and programs.

• Communicate status updates to stakeholders and senior management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field. MBA/Master's degree is preferred.

• Minimum 10+ years of relevant, full time work experience.

• Must have semiconductor industry experience.

• Proven experience in program management and process improvement within Service Parts planning or similar environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use advanced data and analytics to drive decision-making.

• Presentation skills with data visualization and storytelling development required.

• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization.

• Proficiency in project management tools and software. Experience in process mapping and documentation.

• Lean Six Sigma or similar process improvement certification is a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic mindset with a strong business understanding.

• Ability to translate business requirements into actionable plans.

• Performance tracking and corrective action implementation.

• Knowledge of system tools and sustainable solution development.

• Strong leadership and team-building skills.