Global Programs & Operations Director

Applied Materials; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Stock award program

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Applied Materials in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Regional SPO Director to lead the Central Operations team within the Field Service Organization. You will drive strategic program delivery, governance, and cross-functional collaboration to enable the organization to execute its strategy.

The role requires strong leadership, project management, and analytics to improve KPIs, margins, and productivity across multiple sites, with travel up to 25% and a focus on operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and people management experience in a global services setting.
• Proven ability to drive multiple projects with KPI and productivity outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead Central Operations within the FSO to drive strategic execution.
• Develop materials for effective cross-team communication and governance.
• Ensure projects meet requirements, budgets, milestones, and compliance.

Skills

People management

Project management

Strategic leadership

Change management

Analytical thinking

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Applied Materials in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Regional SPO Director to lead the Central Operations team within the Field Service Organization. You will drive strategic program delivery, governance, and cross-functional collaboration to enable the organization to execute its strategy.

The role requires strong leadership, project management, and analytics to improve KPIs, margins, and productivity across multiple sites, with travel up to 25% and a focus on operational excellence.