About the role
AI summarisedApplied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions for the electronics industry. We are seeking an experienced Director to provide executive leadership to a major manufacturing/supply chain function, driving operational excellence and continuous improvement across complex business units.
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Key Responsibilities
- Provide executive leadership to a major manufacturing/supply chain function, potentially across multiple manufacturing sites.
- Establish and monitor production using metrics and budgets through systems, initiating corrective action as needed.
- Plan and evaluate optimal resource utilization and operational efficiency to minimize costs and ensure on-time delivery.
- Direct, guide, monitor, and evaluate Operations Team personnel to achieve production and supply chain goals while adhering to safety procedures.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts to refine production methods, ensuring quality products meet customer requirements cost-effectively.
- Identify and pursue new technologies to enhance production, increase efficiency, and maximize profitability.
- Collaborate with Senior and Executive Management to align operations development with overall business needs and opportunities.
- Drive Lean, Safety, and Quality initiatives while identifying process changes to improve manufacturing capabilities.
Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to lead through subordinate managers of managers.
- Proven experience in manufacturing or supply chain operations management.
- Strong understanding of production planning, capacity establishment, and resource optimization.
- Ability to resolve highly complex or unusual business problems using advanced analytical thought.
- Proven ability to influence and negotiate with senior executive levels internally and externally.
- Commitment to Applied Materials' global Standards of Business Conduct and ethical values.