Supplier Account Management III (B3)

**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: $92,000.00 - $126,500.00 Location: Austin,TX, 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/). Please be aware that because of our suppliers' requirements, this role **requires** that the employee be a **U.S. Citizen or have Permanent Resident status.** The SAM position is focused on managing raw materials, with a strong preference for candidates who possess expertise in metallurgy—particularly in aluminum, stainless steel, brass, and copper. This role involves collaborating closely with both mills and distributors to establish a comprehensive global sourcing and distribution strategy that supports all Applied BU’s. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a deep understanding of material properties and supply chain dynamics, enabling them to drive effective partnerships and optimize sourcing across the organization. There will be 20% travel. **Key Responsibilities** - Aligns and implements commodity strategies. - Manages the maintenance of agreements with suppliers that provide the structure for all business relationships between Applied Materials and the supply base. - Engages with the PLC process to ensure alignment with the commodity strategies. - Engages new supplier introduction and/or disengagement requirements to/from the Applied Materials supply base. - Support resolution to systemic supply chain issues affecting quality, cost, delivery or lead-time. **Functional Knowledge** - Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines **Business Expertise** - Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market. **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. Please be aware that because of our suppliers' requirements, this role **requires** that the employee be a **U.S. Citizen or have Permanent Resident status.** **Additional Information** **Time Type:** Full time **Employee Type:** Assignee / Regular **Travel:** Yes, 10% of the Time **Relocation Eligible:** No The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-re…