Global Business Development Leader: Growth Strategy

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 180,500 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Business Development Leader to identify and develop opportunities, drive strategic marketing initiatives, and support revenue growth across global markets.

You will lead cross‑functional projects, influence senior leadership, and design analytical methods to inform decisions, with a focus on scalable processes and measurable business impact.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Optics, Materials Science, or related technical field.
• 5+ years of engineering program management experience.
• Japanese language proficiency and familiarity with Japanese business culture.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and drive new business opportunities.
• Develop and execute strategic plans focused on marketing growth and revenue expansion.
• Understand customer and organizational requirements to develop effective proposals and solutions.
• Promote and expand the adoption of internal applications and processes across global divisions.
• Design and implement business processes, strategies, and operational frameworks.
• Define analytical methods, metrics, and techniques that support worldwide business development initiatives.
• Monitor competitive market dynamics and assess their impact on business performance.
• Develop business scenarios, forecasting models, and strategic recommendations to support decision‑making.
• Lead complex cross‑functional projects and influence stakeholders, including senior leadership and executive teams.
• Manage program direction and resource allocation, including workflow, budgets, intellectual property filings, and internal and external business reviews.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners to drive collaboration and business success.

Skills

Engineering program management

Japanese language proficiency

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering/Opt

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Optics, Materials Science, or related field

Job description

Applied Materials in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Business Development Leader to identify and develop opportunities, drive strategic marketing initiatives, and support revenue growth across global markets.

You will lead cross‑functional projects, influence senior leadership, and design analytical methods to inform decisions, with a focus on scalable processes and measurable business impact.