Technical Project / Program Manager

Applied Materials • Austin, TX

2d • $96,000 - $132,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Applied Materials is a 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 push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
You’ll 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.
At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. 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.
The rapid growth in semiconductor markets across the world presents unprecedented challenges and opportunities in manufacturing, supply chain and quality. New frameworks and approaches are required to ensure competitiveness. To that end, the Operations Product Development team drives technology, business processes and strategic innovation supporting Applied Materials Global Operations.
This role supports the Supply Planning function within the Joint Operations Leadership Team (JOLT) by combining program execution, data analysis, and cross-functional coordination. The individual will work closely with Supply Planning leadership to help structure ambiguous problem spaces, manage planning initiatives, analyze data, and communicate insights clearly to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel proficiency, including complex formulas, pivot tables, lookups, data validation, and scenario/sensitivity analysis.
• Ability to structure, clean, and analyze large and imperfect datasets.
• Working understanding of SQL and relational database concepts (tables, joins, keys) to query and interpret data.
• Experience creating clear data visualizations and summaries for business decision-making.
• 3+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, analytics, program coordination, or related roles.
• Comfortable operating in dynamic, ambiguous environments with evolving priorities.
• Fast learner with strong ownership, accountability, and follow-through.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions and with geographically distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end execution of Supply Planning and Integrated Planning initiatives, ensuring milestones, dependencies, and actions are clearly tracked.
• Bring structure and clarity to ambiguous problem spaces by defining work plans, timelines, and success criteria.
• Coordinate with cross-functional partners across Supply Chain, SPG, JOLT, and Business Units to gather inputs, align priorities, and close gaps.
• Proactively identify risks, data gaps, and execution issues; escalate with clear context and recommended actions.
• Prepare program status updates, meeting notes, and follow-ups to ensure accountability and momentum.
• Perform detailed analysis across supply, demand, capacity, and material data to support planning decisions.
• Analyze outputs from planning and analytics tools (e.g., reports, heat maps, scenario outputs) to identify trends, constraints, and inconsistencies.
• Build and maintain analytical models, trackers, and summaries using Excel to support ongoing planning programs.
• Translate data into clear, structured insights and executive-ready summaries (tables, charts, and slides).

What This Job Offers

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