Outsourced Labor Program Project Lead

Applied Materials, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager to support an outsourced labor program. The role requires deep knowledge of U.S.

regulations and strong commercial acumen to develop supplier networks across North America. You will manage data analytics, schedules, and KPIs to deliver process improvements within a global framework. You will work with senior leadership, align with cross-functional teams, and drive accountability without direct supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or engineering required.
• PMP certification strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel, PivotTables and data analysis expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead non-technical project management for outsourced labor programs in North America.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams to ensure regulatory and sourcing compliance.
• Develop supplier networks and drive process improvements across global projects.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and risk to deliver on-time, within scope.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel pivot tables

Tableau

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or engineering

PMP certification

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Tableau

SAP (preferred)

Job description

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager to support an outsourced labor program. The role requires deep knowledge of U.S.

regulations and strong commercial acumen to develop supplier networks across North America. You will manage data analytics, schedules, and KPIs to deliver process improvements within a global framework. You will work with senior leadership, align with cross-functional teams, and drive accountability without direct supervisory responsibilities.