Product Line Management - (E3)

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:

$124,000.00 - $171,000.00

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

• Ensure business development and sales service team is prepared to penetrate new and legacy DDP service products by coordinating actual and target should cost model plans and CpW roadmaps with functional owners.
• Develop and implement standardized capabilities that enable Applied field service to meet or exceed committed installed base performance metrics.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive Service Should Cost Model knowledge, including Transactional Spares, Forecast Parts and Total Kit management programs, through the full product life cycle -- new product introduction (NPI) to end of product support.
• Monitor, trend, and drive improvements in global customer installed base key productivity indicators (KPIs) to include tool uptime performance and best known method (BKM) tracking.
• Coordinate AGS program to reduce CoO/CpW, improve MWBC and support costs for products.
• Coordinate development and validation of internal and external Service Product Development Programs that provide service value to our customers.
• Represent AGS in new product design process. Ensure design for serviceability, design for optimal maintenance cost, and design for protection of intellectual property is included in all phases of product design and material sourcing.
• Coordinate with business unit to generate initial CoO models with particular focus on quantification and optimization of Preventative Maintenance / Corrective Maintenance (PM/CM) labor and material costs.
• Support programs to optimize supply chain activities, to include repair, cleaning, and kit management options for CM/PM parts.
   

Functional Knowledge

Demonstrates broad and comprehensive understanding of different systems, theories and practices

Business Expertise

Applies broad industry and commercial awareness to drive financial and operational performance across business unit, department or sub-functions

Leadership

Leads through subordinate managers of managers; executes segment/functional business plans and contributes to the development of segment/functional strategy

Problem Solving

Directs the resolution of highly complex or unusual business problems applying advanced analytical thought and judgment

Impact

Guided by segment/functional strategy, impacts results of a department, business unit or sub-function or facilitates the work done by other segments/functions by providing support to impact the business

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiates and influences the opinions of others at the senior executive level and in external organizations; exercises sensitivity to the audience

Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's of Science Degree in Engineering, Business Management, or Global Business Management; MBA strongly preferred
• 7+ Years of directly related experience
   

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preference for candidates who are located in the Bay area
• Revenue and forecasting capabilities (Service Revenue Forecasting & Gross Margin improvement planning)
• Able to create PPT & communicate Service Value Messaging clearly to influence Customers decisions
• Experience with Semiconductor Capital Equipment

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 50% 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.

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.