Digital Manufacturing & Logistics Systems
Applied Materials
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Job summary
Applied Materials is seeking an experienced SAP/MES specialist to lead manufacturing operations, logistics, and data governance at our Tempe site. You will drive system improvements, ensure data integrity, and enable end-to-end visibility across production and supply chains.
Key responsibilities include optimizing SAP and MES usage, supporting WIP and production reporting, and collaborating with IT and business teams to implement scalable solutions in a high-tech environment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- 5+ years of experience supporting manufacturing operations, production systems, logistics, warehouse operations, or supply chain processes.
- 2+ years hands-on experience with SAP manufacturing and logistics modules (PP, MM, WM/EWM, IM).
- Experience implementing MES in semiconductor/high-tech manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of master data governance and process standardization.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary business process expert for SAP and MES-related manufacturing operations.
- Define and maintain business process requirements, transaction workflows, master data governance, and manufacturing system standards.
- Lead MES-related activities including WIP management, dispatching, quality control, and production reporting.
- Support logistics and warehouse operations with SAP-enabled transactions and SOPs.
- Partner with IT, GIS, and solution providers to drive system improvements and roadmap initiatives.
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Job description
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.
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.
Salary: $68,000.00 - $93,500.00
Location: Tempe,AZ
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.
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.
- Serve as the primary business process expert for SAP and MES-related manufacturing operations.
- Support system deployment, enhancement, testing, user acceptance activities, and operational readiness for SAP and MES solutions.
- Define and maintain business process requirements, transaction workflows, master data governance, and manufacturing system standards.
- Partner with IT, GIS, and solution providers to identify and implement manufacturing system improvements.
- Support future SAP and MES roadmap initiatives to improve operational efficiency and scalability.
- Lead business activities related to SmartFactory MES implementation and adoption.
- Support manufacturing execution processes including WIP management, dispatching, quality control, traceability, and production reporting.
- Drive manufacturing data collection and digitalization initiatives to replace manual data entry and improve process visibility.
- Partner with internal and external stakeholders to define factory automation and data integration requirements.
- Support manufacturing analytics, performance monitoring, and operational reporting initiatives.
- Support daily logistics operations including receiving, shipping, warehouse management, inventory control, and material movement processes.
- Develop and maintain standardized operating procedures supporting SAP-enabled logistics transactions.
- Improve inventory accuracy, warehouse efficiency, storage utilization, and material traceability across the facility.
- Coordinate physical inventory activities, cycle counting programs, and inventory reconciliation initiatives.
- Identify and implement opportunities to streamline material flow and reduce operational waste.
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Information Systems, Business Operations, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience supporting manufacturing operations, production systems, logistics, warehouse operations, or supply chain processes.
- 2+ years of hands‑on experience with SAP manufacturing and logistics modules (PP, MM, WM/EWM, IM, or related modules).
- Experience supporting or implementing Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) within a semiconductor, high‑tech manufacturing, electronics, or capital equipment environment.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, work order management, WIP tracking, inventory control, material movements, and production reporting.
- Experience facilitating system enhancements, user acceptance testing (UAT), process documentation, and change management.
- Strong understanding of master data governance and business process standardization.
- Experience leading cross‑functional initiatives involving Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and IT organizations.
- Master’s Degree
- Semiconductor manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
- Experience with MES, SAP, or comparable ERP platforms.
- Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS), barcode/RFID technologies, and material traceability solutions.
- Experience with factory automation, manufacturing data collection, and system integrations.
- Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience supporting SAP S/4HANA transformations or enterprise system deployments.
- Knowledge of manufacturing analytics, Power BI, Tableau, or operational reporting tools.
- PMP, APICS/ASCM (CPIM or CSCP), Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, or SAP certification is a plus.
- SAP Manufacturing & Logistics
- MES
- Digital Manufacturing & Automation
- Warehouse & Inventory Management
- Business Process Optimization
- Change Management
- Cross‑Functional Leadership
- Manufacturing Analytics & Reporting
- Supply Chain OperationsContinuous Improvement
Time Type: Full time
Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
Travel: No
Relocation Eligible: Yes
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
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.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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