Compensation Overview

Provides leadership and direction through managers. Is accountable for the performance and results of a region or related job families. Executes segment/functional business plans and contributes to the development of segment/functional strategy. Decisions are guided by segment/functional strategy and priorities. Directs and controls the activities of a broad functional area.

Job Description

Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used 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. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible the technology shaping the future.

Global Sourcing & Procurement (GSP) is a dynamic and agile organization that is evolving with new processes, systems, and service offerings as we are building an organization to deliver enhanced client experience and increased value and protection for Applied. Global Sourcing & Procurement is looking for leaders who are passionate about people and results, highly collaborative with ability to constructively challenge the status quo, confront demanding situations (working across the globe, time zones, culture and diverse/complex needs) and drive optimal and sustainable solutions in partnership with the business.

Job Description Summary

The Senior Director of Procurement Solutions & Contingent Workforce Delivery will lead our efforts to develop and ensure delivery against an end-to-end solutions roadmap for indirect goods and services while also overseeing global delivery of contingent workforce (contractor) resources.  In this role, the leader will collaborate with strategic sourcing teams and procurement operations teams while working cross-functionally to develop and integrate solutions roadmaps while ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and risk mitigation.  This position will report into the Vice President of Global Sourcing and Procurement (GSP) and be based out of an Applied Materials office location (Austin, Texas preferred).  

Key Responsibilities

• Develop an end-to-end procurement solutions roadmap for indirect goods and services with focus on maturing process development and controls strategies.  
• Ensure delivery against procurement solutions and maturity roadmap through cross-functional collaboration with procurement leaders, internal partners, internal stakeholders, and suppliers.
• Act as an expert/SME for contingent workforce program delivery and compliance.
• Lead delivery team responsible for execution of the contingent workforce program.  Set expectations and outcomes; inspire, manage, and develop individuals/ teams to higher levels of performance. Create/ foster collaborative and productive working environment and culture of excellence.  
• Stay abreast of global procurement solutions and workforce trends (technology inflections, regulations, policies, BPO (Business Process Outsourcing) arrangements etc.) enhancing cost-effectiveness, optimizing value for goods, services, and talent.

Skills, Knowledge, Experience, Education:

• Minimum of 10+ years of professional experience designing, scaling, and leading ongoing procurement solutions, including contingent workforce programs and experience at the global level with strong technical domain knowledge of sourcing, contracting, process integration, HR, Staffing, VMS, MSP, & global employment marketplace.
• Strong understanding of contingent workforce industry, regulatory, compliance and international policies and employment laws for various types of contingent workers, including 1099/IC compliance, and contingent worker classification including working knowledge of variances of global best practices and employment law requirements.

• Preferred experience in, or working in close partnership with, a Global HR/Talent Acquisition function; with emphasis in contingent workforce for IT and global manufacturing/engineering workforce.
• Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree or higher; MBA preferred.
• Exceptional leadership skills demonstrated by achieving desired results through others – directs, peers and broader stakeholders.
  • Strong executive level influence and communication skills that adapt to audience and or need (written, verbal, presentation, and communication skills.)
  • Strong relationship management skills with proven ability to build, cultivate and develop trust, win/win partnerships and outcomes with executive sponsors, business leaders, peers and teams.

Leading in Complex and Ever-Changing Environment:

• Proven record of success taking part in cross functional process improvement efforts; including experience developing standard operating procedures, and reengineering business processes.
• Anticipate, respond to and resolve escalated operating challenges.
• Enforce corporate policies and monitor spending habits to ensure that policies are met.
• Track record of exceptional client relationship management and aligning Procurement Strategies to drive improved business goals.
• Working with internal business/stakeholders to drive greater adoption of business or category strategies at point of execution.
• Experience in launching complex, broad range initiatives internationally while working with remote teams and external supplier relationships.
• Ability to work across global matrixed organizations to build strong relationships to influence others to achieve goals.
• Identify, propose, and implement business process improvements and VMS (Vendor Management System) enhancements related to the operationalization of category strategies

Temperament:

• Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to build relationships and influence at all levels in both matrixed and hierarchical organization structures.
• Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, resilience and learning agility.
• Value relationships, transparent communications and collaborations working through and with others.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills within cross-function global teams (including external suppliers) to solve high value problems of diverse scope.
• Proven ability to work effectively with both internal and external stakeholders on a regional, global, and/or virtual basis.
• Must be confident, self-motivated, and driven to deliver business results.
• Strong organizational skills to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
• Drives positive customer experiences and project successes.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem solving, and negotiation skills.
• Maintains absolute integrity, tact, sensitivity, and confidentiality both personally and professionally.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree

Skills:

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

15+ Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 25% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

U.S. Salary Range:

$188,000.00 - $258,500.00

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 committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.