Applied Materials Technical Project Manager - Supply Chain Engineering 

United States, Massachusetts, Gloucester 

143490013

$120,000.00 - $165,000.00Austin,TX, Gloucester,MA
Key Responsibilities

• Lead materials strategy and execution for complex sourcing projects supporting division level objectives.
• Manage end-to-end materials strategy from concept to enablement, including sourcing, supplier selection, and alignment with volume manufacturing.
• Analyze demand signals to crate plans that minimize inventory exposure and accelerate supply chain performance.
• Collaborate with engineering to interpret requirements and identify critical, long-lead, and inspection-intensive parts.
• Benchmark internal and external systems to integrate best practices into project deliverables.
• Align with program management to clearly communicate status, milestones, tasks, and risks.
• Monitor supplier performance toward program goals and escalate issues as needed.
• Drive resolution of supplier quality issues in partnership with engineering and quality teams.
• Provide business process expertise to increase velocity of execution across engineering, supply chain, and quality.

Functional Knowledge & Expertise

• Recognized as a technical expert in materials and sourcing within the organization with the ability to lead and motivate.
• Demonstrates broad knowledge across operations disciplines and applies innovative thinking to solve complex problems.
• Anticipates business and regulatory challenges and recommends improvements to processes, products, or services.

Leadership & Influence

• Leads high-risk, complex projects with strategic impact.
• Influences cross-functional teams without direct authority to drive project success.
• Communicates complex ideas effectively and gains consensus across senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred; significant relevant experience considered.

Experience: 5–10 years managing sourcing projects in large organizations.

Full time

Assignee / Regular