Applied Materials, Inc

Materials Delivery Manager

Applied Materials, Inc$101K — $139K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's degree in supply chain, business, operations, or related field; Bachelor's degree welcome
  • 3+ years in material delivery management, ideally in fast-paced, high complexity environments
  • Strong communication skills in manufacturing or supply chain contexts
  • Experience in procurement, expediting, or multi-tier supply chain management is advantageous
  • Familiarity with new product introduction and build processes

Responsibilities

  • Oversee tracking and ensure timely delivery commitments from suppliers
  • Manage schedules for sub-tier suppliers in constrained manufacturing
  • Develop and execute delivery improvement plans when commitments fall short
  • Coordinate material transfers between warehouses
  • Accurately perform SAP transactions for material movement
  • Track parts delivery with suppliers and program teams
  • Resolve part shortages and delays, including inventory sell-backs
  • Provide periodic material status updates to cross-functional teams
  • Conduct build readiness reviews and present risk assessments
  • Maintain stakeholder trust with timely status updates on material risks
  • Proactively manage internal stakeholders to avoid escalations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Participation in a bonus program
  • Potential for stock award program
  • Flexible full-time schedule
  • Professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities
  • Direct ownership of regular tracking and ensuring on-time delivery committed from suppliers
  • Tracking and management of sub-tier supplier schedules for constrained manufacturing processes
  • Develop plans and execute delivery schedule improvements where customer commits don't meet Applied's need-by dates
  • Coordinate material transfers between indirect expense and production warehouse locations
  • Perform SAP transactions for material movement accurately and on time
  • Work with suppliers and program teams to track parts delivery
  • Resolve part shortages, delays, and material issues, including coordination of sell-backs from Applied's inventory
  • Primary point of contact to provide periodic material status updates to the cross functional program team
  • Participate in build readiness reviews and provide material status, risk assessment, and recovery plans for upcoming milestones.
  • Build stakeholder trust through clear, timely status updates that show material risks are actively managed, and surface potential issues early so support can be engaged.
  • Manage internal stakeholders proactively to minimize escalations-giving program teams and leadership confidence that material issues are under control, while flagging risks and raising the need for help early.


Interpersonal Skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Able to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams
  • Good coordination and follow-up skills
  • Strong sense of urgency and accountability


Qualifications

Education and Experience
  • Associate's degree in supply chain, business, operations, or a related field; candidates with Bachelor's degree in similar fields also welcome to apply
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in material delivery management in a fast-paced high complexity, low volume environment
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in all forms in a manufacturing or supply chain environment
  • Prior experience in procurement, expediting, materials coordination, and multi-tier supply chain delivery management is a plus
  • NPI/build process familiarity: exposure to new product introduction, engineering builds, or prototype-to-production transitions


Project Management
  • Project management fundamentals: familiarity with schedules, milestones, and risk/recovery planning (PMP or similar certification is a plus)
  • Cross-functional collaboration: comfortable working with engineering, planning, procurement, and logistics teams simultaneously
  • Problem-solving under pressure: able to triage and prioritize when multiple shortages or delays hit at once


Tools
  • Experience using SAP or other data systems for material tracking and transactions is a plus
  • Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs), Smartsheets or other reporting tools for tracking material status and metrics
  • Able to create PowerPoint presentations to summarize material status, risk and mitigation for executive reviews


Additional Information

Time Type:
Full time

Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular

Travel:
Yes, 10% 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.

About Applied Materials, Inc

Applied Materials specialize in materials engineering solutions. They optimize equipment and fab operations through consulting, spare parts, services, and automation software. They also provide supply chain services from transactional spares through programs, rebuilds, and forecasted parts management. Their products and technologies include semiconductors, displays, roll web coating, solar, and automation software.

**Applied Materials, Inc. Careers**

Join the innovative world of Applied Materials, Inc., a leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our global team is driving innovation and growth in the industries we serve. This is where your expertise can make a true impact.

Work You’ll Do

At Applied Materials, Inc., you will be part of a company that prides itself on fostering a culture of innovation, diversity, and professional growth. As a member of our team, you will lead groundbreaking projects at the intersection of technology, leadership, and engineering excellence. We offer a variety of job opportunities that allow you to explore your potential and push the boundaries of what's possible.

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Join a team where innovation is at the heart of everything we do. You will work alongside the brightest minds in the industry, utilizing your skills to contribute to projects that are not only exciting but also crucial for technological advancements. Our leadership is committed to providing you with the guidance and support needed to achieve your career goals.

Career Growth and Opportunities

Whether you are looking for an internship, a full-time position, or leadership roles, Applied Materials, Inc. provides an array of career paths to help you achieve your professional aspirations. Our commitment to career growth is evident through extensive training programs and opportunities for advancement.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Applied Materials, Inc., we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects the global communities we serve. Our diversity training programs are designed to enhance collaboration and foster an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.

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Our employees enjoy a range of benefits that support both their professional and personal lives. From health and wellness programs to competitive retirement plans, we ensure that our team is taken care of. The culture at Applied Materials, Inc. is built on collaboration, respect, and a commitment to excellence.

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Learn more about Applied Materials, Inc
Size
27,000 employees
Market Cap
$80.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.8 billion
Founded
1967
5 Year Trend
+11.9%
Revenue
$18.2 billion
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