Supplier Engineer

Applied Materials, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. in Singapore is seeking a Supplier Engineer to drive supplier qualification, audit processes, and cost improvements across our product development teams. You will collaborate with New Product Introduction, manage supplier performance, and support cost planning while traveling 20% to Thailand.

The role requires hands-on experience in supplier quality, auditing, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure design for manufacturability and timely execution.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates knowledge of supplier QA processes and audits.
• Understanding of cost drivers and value-based sourcing.
• Experience leading cross-functional supplier projects.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with New Product Development to clarify drawing requirements for suppliers.
• Participate with NPI to involve suppliers in design for manufacturability.
• Lead supplier selection to build a competitive, capable base.
• Perform supplier technical audits and drive continuous improvement.
• Evaluate technical requirements and recommend materials and solutions.
• Assist cost planning by monitoring cost drivers and supplier markets.
• Support development teams by sourcing new technologies from qualified suppliers.

Skills

Supplier audits

Quality assurance

Cost optimization

Project leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Job description

## Supplier EngineerApply: Singapore,SGP: Full time: Posted Today: R2621994**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,SGPYou’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**Work with New Product Development teams to ensure the integrity and clarity of engineering drawing requirements and that all expectations are communicated effectively to supporting suppliers.Participation with New Product Introduction teams to ensure suppliers are involved in the development and review of specifications to promote design for manufacturability.Continuous involvement in the Supplier Selection Process to develop a supply base that provides competitive advantage in quality, value/cost, delivery and technology.Performing the supplier technical audit process and evaluating supplier performance and capability, drive continuous improvement opportunities at supplier.Performing quality problem resolutions and incident management, drive root cause and correction action.Evaluates technical requirements of new and existing products. Applies knowledge of qualified sources and products to recommend materials to Design Engineering, which would result in savings, lead time reductions, system improvements, increased life and/or mitigated risk.Assist in cost planning by monitoring key cost drivers, supply markets, to ensure a competitive advantage.Support product development and improvement teams by sourcing new technologies from qualified suppliers.**Functional Knowledge*** Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines**Business Expertise*** Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market**Leadership*** Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements**Problem Solving*** Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information**Impact*** Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies**Interpersonal Skills*** Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensusFrequent travelling to Thailand**Additional Information****Time Type:**Full time**Employee Type:**Assignee / Regular**Travel:**Yes, 20% of the Time**Relocation Eligible:**YesApplied 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.