Strategic Supplier & Cost Optimization Lead

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions that enable the production of cutting-edge chips and displays. We seek a procurement leader to develop and execute commodity strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive continuous improvements in cost, quality, and delivery.

You will work in a dynamic environment with travel up to 10% and a comprehensive benefits package. This role offers visibility at senior levels and impactful supply chain leadership.

Qualifications

• Technical expert in their field.
• Broad knowledge of related disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develops, aligns and implements commodity strategies.
• Negotiates and maintains supplier agreements to structure supplier relationships.
• Engages with PLC processes to align with commodity strategies.
• Directs new supplier introduction and/or disengagement with the supply base.
• Drives resolution to systemic supply chain issues affecting quality, cost, delivery or lead-time.
• Develops and presents cost reduction opportunities.
• Approves and manages Supplier Performance Improvement Plans.
• Drives supplier performance reviews.

Job description

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions that enable the production of cutting-edge chips and displays. We seek a procurement leader to develop and execute commodity strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive continuous improvements in cost, quality, and delivery.

You will work in a dynamic environment with travel up to 10% and a comprehensive benefits package. This role offers visibility at senior levels and impactful supply chain leadership.