Material Project Management

Primary Roles and Responsibilities * Lead purchasing and sourcing activities in collaboration with Manufacturing and Engineering teams to maintain inventory at optimal planned levels. * Drive resolution of material-related issues, including accounting discrepancies and receiving challenges. * Manage complex supplier relationships and strategic sourcing initiatives, including supply chains involving multiple sub-tier suppliers. * Lead and manage complex sourcing transitions, including new product introductions, supplier onboarding, part changes, and obsolescence management. * Negotiate costs and sourcing strategies, including MCOS reduction, liability exposure, and expenses related to expedites and rework. * Drive lead-time (LT) reduction initiatives and partner with E&Z focal teams to ensure effective inventory control and sourcing efficiency. * Define, standardize, and continuously improve business and sourcing processes to enhance operational efficiency. * Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Commodity Business Management, Demand Management, and Sourcing teams. * Develop and implement procurement and strategic sourcing process simplification initiatives. * Lead and manage purchasing and sourcing-related projects, ensuring adherence to cost, schedule, and scope commitments. * Provide training, guidance, and audits for junior team members. Additional Responsibilities * Negotiate pricing, contracts, and sourcing agreements with strategic suppliers. * Source and procure materials, components, equipment, and services at the most cost-effective rate while ensuring quality, reliability, and timeliness. * Lead supplier selection, evaluation, and onboarding through structured strategic sourcing processes. * Expedite orders and ensure on-time delivery of materials to support production requirements. * Partner with Engineering and Supply Chain Management to identify, evaluate, and source new suppliers. * Manage end-to-end RFQ and sourcing processes, including issuing requests, analyzing proposals, negotiating terms, and executing purchase orders. * Monitor order progress, verify deliveries, approve payments, and maintain accurate procurement and sourcing records. * Ensure compliance with standard purchasing and sourcing processes and organizational policies. * Review part specifications and engineering drawings to support sourcing and procurement decisions. * Apply knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes to effectively communicate with engineering teams and suppliers. * Provide actionable feedback to Engineering teams to support cost reduction and sourcing optimization initiatives. Qualification & Experience * Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Preferably Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical or Electronics) relevant experience into sourcing, program management and supplier management. * Must have Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics commodity experience Job Specific skills/Knowledge (Mandatory) * Exposure to global sourcing and supplier management. * Proficient with MS Office. * Knowledge of manufacturing methods & commodities as related to product and cost structure. * Ability to read and interpret BOM’s. * Must be self-starter and be able to operate independent of day-to-day supervision. * Excellent presentation skills. Other Skills (Good to have) * Knowledge of SAP MM Module. * Have worked with cross functional team on HVM / Design change projects. * Exposure to the semiconductor equipment manufacturing industry is preferred ## Qualifications ### Education: Bachelor's Degree ### Skills ### Certifications: ### Languages: ### Years of Experience: 4 - 7 Years ### Work Experience: ## Additional Information ### ### Shift: Swing (India) ### ### Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time ### ### Relocation Eligible: Yes ### Referral Payment Plan: Employee Referral (Enhanced) Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.