Supplier Account Management - Advance Materials

Applied Materials, Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a Supplier Account Manager in Bangalore to manage strategic supplier relationships and ensure cost, quality, and delivery performance aligned with company goals.

The role involves end-to-end supply chain engagement, supplier qualification, and risk mitigation for machined components. Responsibilities include sourcing strategic suppliers, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with engineering teams to qualify new materials while maintaining continuous

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Advance materials/Ceramics/Mechanical/Production Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain, Project Management and/or relevant industry certifications preferred.
• Strong manufacturing process knowledge of Ceramic industry.
• 5+ years of leading commercial large-scale negotiations with large-scale suppliers.
• Experience in start-up environments establishing new supply chain ecosystems in India is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and develop strategic suppliers for Advanced Materials: Ceramics, Graphite, Quartz, etc.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with assigned suppliers.
• Conduct supplier capability/capacity assessments to support demand and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Measure supplier KPIs covering cost, quality, delivery and lead time.
• Negotiate terms and contracts with suppliers to support business relationships.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to qualify new suppliers and materials meeting targets.
• Act as escalation point for supplier issues and drive resolution.
• Support supplier introductions and disengagement as needed.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Technical drawings

Relationship building

Clear communication

Remote collaboration

Global experience

Data-driven problem solving

Work ethic

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a 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 push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Location: Bangalore,IND

You’ll 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.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. 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.

The Supplier Account Manager is responsible for managing strategic relationships with assigned suppliers to ensure cost, quality, and delivery performance aligning with organizational goals. This role involves end-to-end supply chain engagement, supplier qualification, and risk mitigation for machined components

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and develop strategic suppliers for Advance Materials: Ceramics, Graphite, Quartz, etc


• Build and maintain strong relationships with assigned suppliers


• Conduct regular supplier capability/capacity assessments to support Applied Materials demand and mitigating supply chain risks


• Measure supplier KPI's covering cost, quality, Delivery and Lead time.


• Identify alternate sources to enhance capacity, mitigate supply risks and ensure continuity


• Continuously evaluate market trends, cost structures and identify opportunities for cost reduction and maintain competitive pricing


• Negotiate commercial terms and contracts with suppliers that provide the structure for all business relationships between Applied Materials and the supply base


• Collaborate with engineering teams to qualify new suppliers and materials meeting the cost targets and material specifications


• Act as the escalation point for supplier issues and drive resolution


• Aligns and implements commodity strategies


• Engages new supplier introduction and/or disengagement requirements to/from the Applied Materials supply base


• Support resolution to systemic supply chain issues affecting quality, cost, delivery or lead-time

Skills:

• Strong negotiator and ability to read people quickly and adapt to complex situations


• Strong communication skills – written & verbal


• Ability to read technical drawings


• Ability to develop strong relationships in a matrixed organization to influence multiple BU's and drive change, partnership and collaboration


• Communicate in a clear, concise and timely manner (both verbal and written) to operate and collaborate effectively.


• Experience working with people remotely and ability to leverage technology and influence appropriately in a remote and global working environment.


• Experience working on a global scale with a variety of cultures with sound knowledge of logistics & customs regulation (Import/export)


• Demonstrated ability and passion to solve problems with data driven, rigorous approach.


• Resourceful with a strong work ethics and excellent execution of projects and objectives.

Experience:

• Engineering Degree in field of Advance materials/Ceramics/Mechanical/Production Engineering


• 10+ years of Experience in Manufacturing, Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain, Project Management and/or relevant industry certification(s) preferred


• Strong manufacturing process knowledge of Ceramic industry


• 5+ years of Leading commercial large scale negotiation with large scale suppliers


• Preferred experience working in start-up environment for establishing new supply chain ecosystems targeting domestic India market

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: Yes

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.