Senior NPI Supply Chain Expert - B5

**Who We Are** 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. **What We Offer** Salary: $141,000.00 - $193,500.00 Location: Santa Clara,CA 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](https://hrportal.ehr.com/applied/). **Key Responsibilities** - Applied Materials’ Global Supply Chain organization is offering a career‑growth opportunity for an experienced **Senior Supply Chain** expert. This role involves structuring and managing high‑complexity NPI sourcing programs within one of Applied’s business units (HI), with a specific focus on new product introduction. In this senior position, you will be responsible for providing leadership and guidance to program management on building the right supply chain for leading‑edge technology programs, leading commercial negotiations for high‑value assemblies, and creating a dedicated supply chain strategy roadmap for the HI business unit. This includes working closely with engineering teams and Applied’s global commodity managers to develop the HI supply chain strategy and to enable the BU’s technology roadmap. The goal of this senior leader is to ensure that speed‑to‑market, cost‑effectiveness, lead time, scalability, and resilience targets are achieved. This position offers a vibrant, collaborative, and challenging environment with visibility to senior management within Applied Materials. **Key Responsibilities** **Technical Knowledge and Leadership** - Lead technical discussions to solve complex problems and associated risks; use a structured approach and advanced analytical thinking to exercise sound judgment and identify innovative solutions. - Mentor team members by sharing knowledge and best practices to elevate the overall functional capabilities of the team. - Collaborate across the matrix organization and influence decisions affecting sourcing strategy, supply chain risk, and material cost. - **Supply Chain** - Develop and implement effective supply chain strategies—from NPI through High Volume—that meet performance requirements and enable the Business Unit’s product strategy. - Lead high‑value, complex negotiations with key suppliers to ensure a reliable and cost‑effective supply of materials and components. - Collaborate with supplier account managers, suppliers, and BU engineering teams to support supplier technology‑roadmap alignment and collaboration. - Establish supply chain solutions for high‑end technology projects, leading the engagement from concept to first customer shipments. - **Program Management** - Participate in early PDP gate discussions and lead efforts from a materials‑management perspective. - Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality control throughout the NPI project lifecycle. - Identify and resolve potential risks or complications early, preventing i…