Manufacturing Program Manager

Applied Materials, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials in Singapore is seeking a Senior Program Manager to spearhead manufacturing transition programs, coordinating with Operations, NPI, Supply Chain and Logistics to ensure production readiness. The role emphasizes driving cost, quality, delivery targets, and productivity improvements across global manufacturing initiatives.

The candidate should have 5–10 years of large-scale project management in technology Strategy Implementation; experience in Operations and Supply Chain is

Qualifications

• Leads functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity.
• Leads others to solve complex problems; uses analytical thought to identify solutions.
• Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates to adopt a different point of view.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing transition programs across locations (Austin to Singapore) and drive production readiness.
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives with Operations, Manufacturing, NPI, Supply Chain and Logistics.
• Manage project schedules, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder communications to ensure on-time delivery and budget adherence.
• Develop and implement scalable production strategies to support future growth and optimize labor and factory utilization.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Business knowledge

Tools

Smartsheet

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

What We Offer

Location: Singapore,SGP 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead product transition between Austin and Singapore, factory ramps projects, and manufacturing readiness activities for new and/or existing products.
• Coordinate activities and projects with Operations leaders, Manufacturing, NPI, Supply Chain and Logistics for cross-functional strategic program initiatives.
• Serve as the central owner for manufacturing transition programs, leading the planning, coordination, and execution required to achieve production readiness.
• Drive cross-functional execution to meet cost, quality, delivery, and capacity targets for all projects assigned.
• Develop and implement manufacturing line designs and scalable production strategies to support future growth.
• Identify and execute productivity improvement initiatives to optimize labor efficiency, factory utilization, and operational performance.
• Manage program risks, dependencies, schedules, and stakeholder communications to ensure successful execution and business continuity.
• Interfaces and coordinates with stakeholders to define project objectives, provide status updates and prepare for release and deployment.
• Responsible for managing project schedule and task details by utilizing project management tools such as reports, tracking charts, checklist, Smartsheet and project scheduling software.
• Supervises allocated resources from other organizations to achieve on-time and within budget performance objectives for the project.
• Ensures that all phases of project, program and/or process development are documented, and that information required in other functional areas is reported, disseminated, or transferred, as appropriate Drive programs that helps MDP Singapore achieve it target including, but not limited to, shortages of large impact to completions, Outsource vendor delivery coordination, high risk parts mitigation Provides management support and operate as backup for MDP leadership when needed.

Experience

5 to 10 years’ experience in large scale project and program management in Technology Strategy Implementation (eg. ERP, Analytics, Supply Chain Technology, manufacturing, NPI transition, AI/ML). Candidate with additional Functional experience in Operations and Supply chain would be viewed favorably.

Other Requirements

Additionally, because this position also may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.

Functional Knowledge

Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field.

Business Expertise

Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services.

Leadership

May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity.

Problem Solving

Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions.

Impact

Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies.

Interpersonal Skills

Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Eligible: No.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.