LocationAligned to Managing Director / Intel account hub (flexible)
Role SummaryThe
Chief of Staff (CoS) to the Managing Director is a trusted advisor and execution partner, with a primary focus on enabling
successful delivery and partnership with Intel, a critical strategic customer for Applied Materials. This role ensures alignment between Applied Materials' strategy, operational execution, and Intel's business, technology, and manufacturing priorities.
The Chief of Staff serves as a force multiplier for the Managing Director-driving disciplined execution, cross-functional alignment, and proactive issue resolution across a highly matrixed, customer-facing organization.
Key Responsibilities:Strategic & Customer Alignment- Partner with the Managing Director to define and execute account-level strategy aligned to Intel's technology roadmaps, factory ramps, and business priorities
- Translate customer commitments into clear internal execution plans across engineering, operations, supply chain, field service, and support teams
- Ensure Applied Materials leadership is aligned on Intel-specific priorities, risks, and opportunities
Executive Advisory & Decision Support- Act as a strategic thought partner to the Managing Director on Intel account performance, escalation management, and long-term partnership strategy
- Prepare executive briefings, customer reviews, and materials for Intel leadership engagements
- Synthesize complex technical, operational, and commercial data into clear executive recommendations
Operational Excellence & Execution- Drive operating cadence for the Intel account (e.g., staff meetings, QBRs, escalation reviews, milestone tracking)
- Track progress against customer commitments, KPIs, and SLAs; ensure follow-through on actions
- Partner closely with Finance, HR, Legal, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure disciplined execution and governance
Cross-Functional Leadership- Act as the connective tissue across global functions supporting Intel (Engineering, Global Services, Manufacturing, Logistics, IT, Quality)
- Influence outcomes across teams without direct authority to unblock issues impacting customer success
- Anticipate dependencies and risks that could impact Intel fab operations or ramp schedules
Customer Interface & Escalation Management- Support preparation and follow-up for critical customer meetings and engagements
- Lead or coordinate executive-level escalations to resolution in partnership with senior leaders
- Represent the Managing Director in cross-functional or customer-facing forums as appropriate
Communications & Change Management- Ensure consistent, clear internal messaging regarding Intel priorities, commitments, and expectations
- Support change management efforts tied to customer demands, organizational shifts, or operational improvements
- Enable transparency and alignment across leadership levels
Special Projects- Lead high-impact initiatives related to customer delivery, process optimization, or strategic growth on the Intel account
- Manage time-sensitive or confidential initiatives on behalf of the Managing Director
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
- 8-12+ years of experience in strategy, operations, program management, consulting, or customer-facing leadership roles
- Experience supporting large, strategic customers in a complex, matrixed organization
- Strong executive communication, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to operate effectively in high-pressure, customer-critical environments
Preferred Qualifications- Experience in semiconductor capital equipment, high-tech manufacturing, or global operations
- Previous experience working directly with Intel or similarly complex tier-1 customers
- Background in management consulting, corporate strategy, or enterprise program leadership
- Demonstrated success influencing senior stakeholders without formal authority
Key Competencies- Executive presence and sound judgment
- Customer-first mindset with strong business acumen
- High integrity, discretion, and accountability
- Strong stakeholder influence and conflict resolution skills
- Bias for action and operational rigor
Why This Role MattersThis role is critical to ensuring Applied Materials delivers consistent, high-quality execution for Intel while strengthening a long-term strategic partnership. The Chief of Staff enables focus, alignment, and speed-ensuring customer commitments translate into measurable outcomes.
Additional InformationTime Type:Full time
Employee Type:Assignee / Regular
Travel:Yes, 75% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:No
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
