SCM Strategic Finance Ops

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future. 

What We Offer

Salary:

$106,000.00 - $146,000.00

Location:

Santa Clara,CA

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. 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. 

You’ll also 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 about careers at Applied.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead and facilitate engagement between finance and non-finance executives to drive decisions
 

2. Work with business to prepare valuation model for changes in operating environment, scenario planning through financial analysis to support sourcing and procurement teams, including cost savings opportunities and supplier evaluations.

3.   Identify opportunities to improve near term financial performance and to focus on the strategic priorities necessary to achieve the longer term targets

• Work with business partners and cross functional teams to set near term and long term strategic initiatives. Identify tactical projects / strategic longer term projects to meet the long term goals; verify cost models and build the business case and risk management
• Assist in make-versus-buy analysis and scenario planning to optimize supply chain decisions.

• Monitor and analyze supply chain metrics, including supplier lead times, working capital, and COGS trends.
• Develop dashboards and visualizations to track supply chain financial performance and communicate insights to stakeholders.
• Support financial modeling for supplier contracts, negotiations, and strategic sourcing initiatives. Manage investment spending, develop ROI analysis on new projects and prioritize investments accordingly

• Identify process improvements and work with various stakeholders to bring it to fruition

4. Provide support for special projects and/or M&A activities and various adhoc reporting

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

•  Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Key Expectations

• Continuously develop your knowledge of our business environment
• Work effectively with cross functional teams and drive results
• Be curious
• Collaborative working style, excellent communication, and presentation skills

• Self-starter with a positive attitude and ability to thrive in a rapidly changing environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in finance, supply chain, or related roles.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, SAP, Tableau, and financial modeling.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment and manage competing priorities

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

No

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.

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 Accommodations_Program@amat.com, 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.