Supplier Account Management

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

Location:

Bangalore,IND

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:

• Develops, aligns and implements commodity strategies
• Support business in spend management projects - driving savings, process effectiveness, supplier consolidation & management, risk reduction & management, improved visibility and control of expenditures
• Negotiates and manages supplier agreements which is the basis for all business relationships between Applied Materials and supplier.
• Support new supplier introduction and/or disengagement requirements to/from the Applied Materials supply base
• Partner with stakeholders to develop and execute on all aspects of strategic sourcing and procurement within your commodity/category
• Take complete ownership of assigned suppliers & drives supplier in achieving quality, cost, delivery or lead-time targets, which may include engagement with sub-tiers in the supply chain.
• Conduct regular supplier QBR’s with key stakeholders for supplier performance reviews

Skills:

• Strong negotiator and ability to read people quickly and adapt to complex situations
• Presentation skills - Strong MS office – Excel, Word, Power Point,
• Strong communication skills – written & verbal
• Experience working in SAP ERP system is an added advantage
• Ability to read technical drawings
• Ability to develop strong relationships in a matrixed organization to influence and drive change, partnership and collaborate
• Communicate in a clear, concise and timely manner (both verbal and written) to operate and collaborate effectively.
• Experience working with people remotely and ability to leverage technology and influence appropriately in a remote and global working environment.
• Experience working on a global scale with a variety of cultures with sound knowledge of logistics & customs regulation (Import/export)
• Demonstrated ability and passion to solve problems with data driven, rigorous approach.
• Resourceful with a strong work ethics and excellent execution of projects and objectives.

Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any field of Engineering
• 5+ years of Experience in Manufacturing, Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain, Project Management and/or relevant industry certification(s) preferred
• Practical experience working with BTP suppliers in any of the following: sheet metal fabrication, Machining, Plastics, cable & harness, Contract manufacturing, Advance materials

• 5+ years of Leading commercial large scale negotiation with large scale suppliers

• Preferred experience working in start-up environment for establishing new supply chain ecosystems targeting domestic India market
• Proficiency working with Excel, Word, PowerPoint skills. Knowledge of SAP & Ariba RFQ tool is added advantage

Requirements:

• An Indian citizen with valid passport & ability to travel to Asia, Singapore, China & USA
• Ability to travel 10-20% of the work time
• Flexibility to work from home/office environment
• As required Flexibility to work in multiple time zones to collaborate with teams across regions

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.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

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.