About the role

AI summarised

As a Manager, Materials Management at Applied Materials, you will be responsible for developing and implementing integrated planning processes that manage material flow, inventory, purchasing, and production scheduling to meet customer demand while optimizing costs. This role requires strong cross-functional collaboration with sales, engineering, and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and maintain high standards of material control.

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Key Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and manage a cross-functional, integrated planning process covering make vs buy, capacity planning, scheduling, inventory, material, and cost elements.
Analyze customer demand and sales forecasts to execute build-to-order and build-to-forecast plans, developing cost strategies with cross-functional teams.
Establish and implement best practices for inventory forecasting, purchasing, and material control systems.
Manage production scheduling by monitoring material inventories, tracking production progress, and reviewing schedule-affecting factors.
Ensure inventory count accuracy by managing the inventory control system and taking corrective action on discrepancies in conjunction with Finance.
Develop and execute a sourcing strategy, managing relationships with suppliers to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets.
Coordinate with quality, engineering, machining, and assembly operations to ensure 100% on-time delivery.
Manage department budget, associated costs, and resources while representing the materials organization on corporate task forces.

Requirements

In-depth understanding of concepts and principles within the materials management job family.
Ability to apply industry knowledge to contribute to organizational objectives.
Proven ability to manage a team and adapt plans to operational challenges.
Strong problem-solving skills to resolve technical, operational, and organizational issues.
Ability to influence and persuade internal and external stakeholders.
Commitment to Applied Materials' global Standards of Business Conduct.