Program Manager – Central Operations

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

1d • $101,000 - $139,000

About The Position

Central Operations is the operating engine (“CPU”) of the group—driving a disciplined operating rhythm, trusted data, and integrated execution across global teams. This non‑technical Program/Project Manager role owns the end‑to‑end business cadence, executive reporting, and analytics storytelling, converting large volumes of data into clear, decision‑ready insights with minimal guidance.
Summary: This role is ideal for a highly organized, exceptionally good with executive presentations and data storytelling, analytically strong program manager who thrives at the intersection of operations, data, and executive communication—turning complexity into clarity and action.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in program/project management (non‑technical) in a complex, matrixed environment.
• Demonstrated success running operating cadence / business rhythm with strong follow‑through.
• Excellent coordination and execution skills; ability to operate independently with minimal guidance.
• Advanced PowerPoint skills with proven experience creating executive‑grade decks from large datasets.
• Strong analytics mindset—ability to interpret metrics, identify trends, and translate data into actions.
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication; ability to influence without authority.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting executive KPI reviews, scorecards, or business reviews.
• Exposure to data governance, KPI standardization, or reporting automation.
• Experience working with global teams across regions and time zones.

Responsibilities

• Own the Operating Rhythm: Lead weekly, monthly, and quarterly business cadence, forums, and follow‑ups to ensure visibility, accountability, and consistent execution across iTeam.
• Operating Calendar (System of Record): Maintain and govern a centralized, live operating calendar anchoring key iTeam, AGS, and Field milestones; ensure adherence and readiness.
• Executive KPI & Scorecard Reporting: Deliver a single, standardized executive view with clear thresholds, trends, risks, and required actions; ensure on‑time, high‑quality delivery.
• Analytics & Actionable Insights: Analyze high‑volume operational data to surface insights, root causes, and recommendations that drive decisions at leadership forums.
• Executive Storytelling: Create crisp, executive‑ready PowerPoint decks that synthesize complex data into a tight narrative with clear takeaways and “help needed.”
• Cross‑Functional Coordination: Partner with Finance, HR, and other stakeholders to align inputs, unblock issues, and drive outcomes across a global, matrixed organization.
• Program & Process Integration: Coordinate initiatives that improve predictability and scalability (standard work, KPI harmonization, reporting automation, process discipline).
• Data Governance & Change Control: Support governance routines and change control to strengthen confidence in data, metrics, and operating processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed