Manager, Logistics Operations - Kalispell

Make Choteau Home; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Make Choteau Home is seeking a candidate for a logistics operations role in Kalispell, Montana. This position involves overseeing multiple logistics operations providers, ensuring optimum inventory levels, and managing methodologies across product groups to fulfill customer requirements.

Ideal candidates should possess in-depth understanding of logistics operations and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills while adhering to Applied Materials' core values and business conduct standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversees operations of multiple outsourced Logistics Operations providers.
• Ensures optimum inventory levels at multiple locations.
• Performs reconciliations, validations and audits of warehouse inventory operations.
• Manages commitment methodologies and processes across product groups.

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting‑edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

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

1. Oversees operations of multiple outsourced Logistics Operations providers and internal organization. Planning Ordering, Purchasing and Customer Account Specialists in multiple locations
2. Ensures optimum inventory levels at multiple locations
3. Ensures Logistics capability is in place to fulfill customer requirements in compliance with documented work instructions
4. Perform reconciliations, validations and audits of warehouse inventory operations. Work closely with Management to implement corrective actions.
5. Manages commitment methodologies and processes across product groups
6. Generates necessary documentation, including activity/status reports, operation review input, and excess/obsolete analysis.
7. Administers company policies, including yearly performance review, that directly affect subordinate employees.
8. Escalate claims for AMAT lost or damaged materials and help resolve suppliers parts claim

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates in-depth understanding of concepts, theories and principles in own job family and basic knowledge of other related job families

Business Expertise

• Applies understanding of the industry and how own area contributes to the achievement of objectives

Leadership

• Manages a generally homogeneous team; adapts plans and priorities to meet service and/or operational challenges

Problem Solving

• Identifies and resolves technical, operational and organizational problems

Impact

• Impacts the level of service and the team’s ability to meet quality, volume, and timeliness objectives
• Guided by policies and resource requirements within business unit, department or sub-function

Interpersonal Skills

• Guides, influences and persuades others internally in related areas or externally

Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.