Production Control Scheduler

Applied Materials, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Stock award program

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. in Austin, TX seeks a Planner III to support planning, forecasting, and analysis of service parts and product-related requirements to ensure material availability in the right location, in the right quantities, and at the right time.

You will operate within a defined planning scope, applying foundational planning expertise while executing standard planning processes. This role requires a quick learner with a genuine desire to improve, an eagerness to expand capabilities,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Supply Chain or Engineering preferred.
• 3-7 years in inventory management, supply planning, or demand planning.
• Semiconductor background preferred, especially in Parts, Warranty, or Service.
• Proficient with ERP/supply chain systems (Oracle, SAP, SPP, or similar).
• Strong data-driven analysis, problem solving, and collaboration skills.
• Familiar with Tableau, Power BI, SQL and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Plan execution: support demand, inventory, and material planning activities.
• Use enterprise planning systems to align supply and demand.
• Support NPI readiness, ECO planning, and transitions.
• Identify risks and escalate with supporting data.
• Collaborate with product, service, logistics, and regional planning teams.

Skills

Forecasting

Inventory planning

Data analysis

Cross-functional work

Process improvement

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Engineering

Tools

Oracle

SAP

SPP

Tableau

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

What We Offer

Salary: $78,000.00 - $107,500.00

Location: Austin,TX

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.

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.

What You’ll Do

Planner III supports planning, forecasting, and analysis of service parts and product-related requirements to ensure material availability in the right location, in the right quantities, and at the right time. You will operate within a defined planning scope, applying your foundational planning expertise while executing standard planning processes This role requires a quick learner with a genuine desire to improve, an eagerness to expand their capabilities, and a strong analytical curiosity and critical thinking. As part of the team, you will deliver reliable planning outcomes while thriving in a product lifecycle-based planning organization that values growth, initiative, and a passion for learning.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Planning Execution: Support demand forecasting, inventory planning, and material planning activities within assigned product or lifecycle scope. Execute planning activities using enterprise planning systems to align supply and demand. Support planning deliverables related to NPI readiness, ECO planning, sustaining operations, and transitions.
• Analysis & Problem Solving: Perform part shortage analysis, root cause analysis, and basic scenario evaluation. Identify risks related to material availability, service levels, or transitions and elevate with supporting data. Support corrective action implementation under established processes and guidance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Product, Business Units, Service Business Units, Operations, Logistics, and Regional Planning partners to resolve planning issues. Act as a planning point-of-contact within defined scope, communicating status and risks clearly and professionally.
• Process & System Discipline: Maintain accuracy of planning data and support adherence to standard planning processes. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to planning tools, processes, and data quality.
• Learning & Development: Build understanding of product lifecycle planning concepts and Applied Materials business drivers. Develop planning judgement by understanding downstream impacts of planning decisions. Progress from executing defined plans to identifying risk and proposing improvements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university; emphasis in Supply Chain or Engineering, Industrial Engineering preferred.
• 3-7 years of inventory management, supply planning, or demand planning experience (including KPI management).
• Semiconductor background strongly preferred, especially in Parts, Warranty, or Service.
• Proficient with ERP/supply chain systems (Oracle, SAP, SPP, or similar).
• Self-motivated, accountable, strong project management and innovation skills.
• Excellent analytical ability; proven use of data-driven analysis to develop solutions.
• Familiar with Tableau, Power BI, SQL.
• Skilled in interpreting complex data sets to identify trends and issues.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office.
• Strong collaborator with internal teams and customers.
• Sound business acumen and understanding of key business drivers.
• Effective problem-solving, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate curiosity and structured learning.

Additional Information

• Time Type: Full time
• Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
• Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Eligible: No
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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. In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at [e-mail], or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.