Manages the maintenance of agreements with suppliers that provide the structure for all business relationships between Applied Materials and the supply base.
Engages with the PLC process to ensure alignment with the 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.
Functional Knowledge
Functional knowledge of manufactuirng processes involved in the production of goods
Familiar in various stagrs of fabrication, raw materials are transformed into finishing parts through techniques such as machining,welding, casting, and assembly manufacturing.
Familliar with princples of quality control, ensuring part meets the required specification and standards
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.
Well-versed in the intricaces of supply chain.
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.
Able to anticpate and mitigate potential disruptions and ensuring a smooth and continuous flow of goods from production to delivery
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.