Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips - the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world - like AI and IoT. If you want to work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future.

What We Offer

Salary:
$216,000.00 - $297,000.00

Location:
Santa Clara,CA

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. We're committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

You'll also benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible-while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more about careers at Applied.

General Chief of Staff duties and responsibilities

A chief of staff is the behind-the-scenes leader, the crucial torchbearer guiding an organization's day-to-day rhythm. With a blend of sharp leadership and keen problem-solving skills, they navigate the company maze with unwavering precision.

Here's a snapshot of the key responsibilities of the chief of staff:

• Teaming up with top-tier executives to chalk out and prioritize strategic business moves.
• Guiding department heads with expert advice to enhance overall team efficiency.
• Providing hands-on support to transform ideas into reality and monitor their progress.
• Acting on behalf of the chief executive to answer inquiries.
• Steering strategic business initiatives from genesis to fruition.
• Pinpointing and addressing core issues within business processes.
• Presenting the chief executive and other senior leaders with detailed company operations analysis.
• Evaluating risk factors when making critical business decisions.
• Completing special projects and initiatives with skillful oversight and support.
• Identifying areas of improvement across the organization and making actionable recommendations.

From strategic decision-making to minute operational details, the chief of staff role combines comprehensive vision with a detail-oriented approach, making it a pivotal function for employers and business owners to understand and value.

CPG project management

Business process initiatives and cross-functional alignment

Monitor progress while keeping internal/external momentum

• PSP
• SOO/LOC/deal structure
• GMLT - ASP
• CPG MCOS reduction project

CPG strategy and planning

Organization strategic goals through internal and cross-functional alignment

Monitor progress while keeping internal/external momentum

• Annual Strategy Review (SR1, SR2, SR3)
• AOP financial goals (revenue, GM/OP, OpEx/CapEx)
• PSAD

CPG operation

Operation rhythm efficiency and communication

Leading meetings and workshops with meticulous planning and coordination

• Key CPG meetings facilitator/coordinator with planning and tracking of actions
• CPG Staff meeting
• QPR
• GSM
• GPM workshop
• CPG Off-site meeting; CPG Strategy meeting

CPG external meetings

Prep work (Call plan, PPT template, dry-run and consolidation), meeting coordination/communication, and tracking of follow-up actions

• TRM
• ERM
• Customer visit schedule (customer site; AKT on-site; off-site: CES, SID, etc.)

General advice

Strategy, Priority, Efficiency

• Business process
• Organization
• Operation
• Customer

Additional Information

Time Type:
Full time

Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular

Travel:
Yes, 20% 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.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at [email protected], or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.