Technical Program Manager, Supplier Engineering - (E4)
Applied Materials
Austin, TX · Posted September 28, 2026
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About the job
Who We Are
Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.
What We Offer
Salary: $116,000.00 - $159,500.00
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 .
Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. Our innovations make possible™ the technology shaping the future. To achieve this, we employ some of the best, brightest, and most talented people in the world who work together as part of a winning team.
While virtually every nationality, culture, and background are currently represented within Applied Materials, we strive for a more robust Culture of Inclusion (COI) and diversity. Leveraging our COI vision helps drive innovation, build organizational capabilities, create equal opportunities for everyone, and achieve our company’s definition of Winning.
We are actively recruiting a Technical Program Manager for Supplier Engineering!
General Profile: Requires adequate knowledge and experience in managing multiple programs/projects to support process improvements and strategic issue resolutions in wafer fabrication equipment industries. Strong interpersonal skills effectively influence and lead others to find and implement solutions to complex quality problems. Excellent listening, written and verbal communications skills. Works independently, with minimum guidance.
Key Responsibilities
Manages multiple programs/projects, leading cross-functional Supplier Quality and IT teams to improve the quality performance of companies within Applied’s global supply chain.
Owns the end-to-end IT solution lifecycle, from requirements and development through deployment, training, adoption, and continuous improvement, including CIP to improve existing portals and databases.
Manages AI-enabled projects involving knowledge management, workflow automation, predictive analytics, intelligent search, and decision support systems, and drives initiatives that improve supplier and manufacturing SPC process monitoring through automation and advanced analytics.
Develops project plans and oversees from conception and planning to implementation, including strategies, processes, and resources. Ensures objectives are clearly defined and agreed to across cross functional teams.
Manages schedule and task details using project management software (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet, and MS Project). Interfaces and coordinates with internal customers and provides status reports to management and stakeholders.
Identifies and resolves potential complications within programs and develops solutions for resolution.
Develops and improves business processes, dashboards, metrics and applications used to manage supply chain quality.
Contributes to the organization strategy and Annual Operating Plans (AOP)
Provides program management and business process expertise to support team members.
Functional Knowledge
Knowledge and experience in program/project management practices in high tech industry
Management/administration of programs/projects from initiation/establishment, risk management, execution/status reporting until conclusion and closure
PM certification strongly preferred
Business Expertise
Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve business processes.
Leadership
Leads projects with notable risk and complexity; develops the strategy for project execution
Problem Solving
Solves unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business; requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop solutions
Communication Skills
Effective in both verbal and written communication
Presentation in diversified business environments
Impact
Impacts the achievement of program, operational and customers objectives; work is guided by functional policies
Interpersonal Skills
Strong interpersonal skills and being able to communicate difficult concepts and negotiate with others to adopt a different point of view
Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Data Science, Quality Engineering, or related field.
Experience
7 - 10 years in high tech/industrial sectors with at least 3-year experience in program/project management.
Knowledge of Supplier Quality, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, Audit Management, and CAPA processes.
Proven experience leading complex cross-functional programs and influencing stakeholders across organizational boundaries; experience developing and implementing digital, automation, or AI-based solutions preferred.
Company Facts:
Ticker: Nasdaq: AMAT
Fiscal 2020 Revenue: $17.2 billion
Fiscal 2020 R&D: $2.2 billion
Founded: November 10, 1967
Headquarters: Santa Clara, California
Global Presence: 93 locations in 17 countries
Manufacturing: China, Germany, Israel, Italy, Singapore, Taiwan, United States
Employees: ~24,000 worldwide
Patents: ~14,300 issued
“Applied Materials closed fiscal 2020 with record quarterly performance as demand for our semiconductor systems and services remains very strong,” said Gary Dickerson, president and CEO. “Our future opportunities have never looked better and, as powerful technology trends take shape, we are uniquely positioned to accelerate our customers’ roadmaps and outperform our markets.”
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in its workforce.
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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-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
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.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.