Supplier Account Manager - Chemical Delivery (CD)

Applied Materials; Bengaluru; Presencial; INR 1.500.000 - 2.000.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Applied Materials is seeking a Chemical Delivery Supplier Account Manager in Bangalore, responsible for managing strategic relationships with suppliers to ensure optimal performance. The role includes end-to-end supply chain engagement and supplier qualification.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 10 years of relevant experience. Strong negotiation skills and the ability to work in a global environment are essential. A full-time role with travel expected.

Qualificações

• 10+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Strategic Sourcing, or Project Management.
• Experience in procurement from Chemical Delivery suppliers.
• 5+ years of leading large-scale negotiations.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute commodity strategies for Chemical Delivery Commodities.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships.
• Negotiate commercial terms and contracts.

Conhecimentos

Strong negotiator

Strong communication skills – written & verbal

Ability to read technical drawings

Experience working on a global scale

Resourceful with strong work ethics

Formação

Bachelor’s Degree in any field of Engineering

Ferramentas

Excel

PowerPoint

SAP

Power BI

Descrição da vaga

Job Description

The Chemical Delivery (CD) 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 CD equipment sourcing.

Location

Bangalore, IND

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commodity strategies for Chemical Delivery Commodities like Gas Kit, Gas Panels, Weldments, Fittings, Tubing, MFCS, Hose Assy, Manifolds, Flow Controller, Transducers, Liquid delivery, Heater Jackets, AFC, ultra‑high purity valves, Pneumatic valves, regulators etc.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with assigned CD suppliers.
• Measure & track Supplier KPI's covering cost, quality, Delivery and Lead time.
• Identify alternate sources to mitigate supply risk and ensure continuity.
• Partner with stakeholders and oversee CD supplier qualification processes, including technical capability/Raw material assessments and compliance with global Standards like ASME, ASTM, SEMI BCDS, SEMI S2, ISO etc.
• Negotiate commercial terms and contracts with suppliers that provide structure for all business relationships between Applied Materials and the supply base.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to qualify new suppliers and materials meeting cost targets and material specifications.
• Act as the final escalation point for supplier issues and drive resolution.
• Evaluate cost structures and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Analyze market trends and supplier benchmarks to maintain competitive pricing.
• 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 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 strong work ethics and excellent execution of projects and objectives.

Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in any field of Engineering
• 10+ years of Experience in Manufacturing, Strategic Sourcing, Category management, Project Management and/or relevant industry certification(s) preferred
• Practical experience of procurement of equipment from CD suppliers.
• 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
• Proficiency working with Excel, Word, PowerPoint skills, SAP and Power BI
• Knowledge of SAP & Ariba RFQ tools is added advantage

Requirements

• An Indian citizen with valid passport & ability to travel to Asia, Singapore, China & USA
• Ability to travel 35% of the work time
• Flexibility to work from home/office environment
• As required Flexibility to work in multiple time zones to collaborate with teams across regions
• Valid driving license

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.