Non-Technical Project/Program Management III (B3)

Applied Materials; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 72,600 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Stock awards

Relocation assistance

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Applied Materials is seeking a highly motivated RVC Ops Project Manager to lead strategic continuous improvement projects within the Reverse Value Chain and Applied Global Services. This role focuses on cross-functional engagement, identifying improvement opportunities, and driving initiatives to enhance efficiency.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of PM experience, global logistics exposure, and strong data analysis skills using Excel and Tableau.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical discipline (required).
• PMP certification preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.
• Very proficient in Excel, pivot tables, and Office applications.
• Proficient in Tableau and familiar with SAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management of strategic continuous improvement projects within the Reverse Value Chain (RVC) and AGS.
• Engage cross-functionally to identify improvement opportunities and develop/execute projects.
• Drive efficiency improvements and manage multiple KPIs and timelines.
• Leverage data analytics to monitor Cycle Time, variances, and process performance.

Skills

Excel proficient

Tableau

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical discipline

PMP certification

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management tools

SAP

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

Salary: $88,000.00 - $121,000.00

Location: Phoenix, 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. 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.

Job Description – RVC Ops Project Manager

We are looking for a highly self-motivated and technically proficient experienced Project Manager. This role focuses on project management of strategic continuous improvement projects within the Reverse Value Chain (RVC) and Applied Global Services (AGS) segment. This person will engage cross-functionally, identify areas of improvement, and develop and execute projects to support improved efficiency within the RVC.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical discipline
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Prefer Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (LSSGB) certification at minimum

Functional Knowledge

• Very proficient in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables and advanced search functions
• Very proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Very proficient in Project Management tools
• Proficient in Tableau
• Knowledge of SAP is preferred

Business Expertise

• 7+ years of project management experience, preferably in a process improvement role, with large-scale global projects
• Prior experience working in global logistics or supply chain for a large organization
• Responsible for managing process efficiency improvement projects within the Reverse Value Chain (RVC)
• Exceptional prioritization and organization skills

Leadership

• Proven ability to lead without authority, influence outcomes, and drive accountability
• Experience operating within matrix-managed organizations with cross-functional team members
• No direct supervisory responsibilities

Problem Solving

• Very proficient in data analysis using Microsoft Excel and Tableau
• Able to execute data analytics on Cycle Time (CT) performance, process variances, and process efficiency metrics
• Self-motivated in working towards outcomes using a proactive “get things done” approach
• Proficient in root cause analysis and techniques
• Able to effectively review, manage, and deliver to multiple Key Performance Indices (KPIs)
• Evaluates issues within the Reverse Value Chain (RVC) process to determine root causes and manage continuous improvement projects to address

Impact

• Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies
• Impacts cross-functional groups through projects and processes development

Interpersonal Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, especially with senior leadership
• Interaction required with global teams across multiple disciplines within the company
• Confident with public speaking and virtual interactions
• Positive, can-do attitude; solution-driven focus

Additional Information

Time Type

Full time

Employee Type

Assignee / Regular

Travel

Yes, 20% 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.

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