Technical Project/Program Manager – Supplier Change Management

About the role

Applied Materials is seeking a Technical Project/Program Manager to lead supplier change management assessment programs for its semiconductor equipment business. The role combines program management, supplier quality, risk management and operational excellence to evaluate supplier capabilities, identify risks and drive continuous improvement across a global supplier network.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and manage supplier assessment plans, schedules and deliverables.
• Lead supplier change management assessments, including self‑assessments, document reviews, risk evaluations and onsite validations.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful planning and execution of assessments.
• Analyze supplier processes, identify gaps and recommend improvement opportunities.
• Track corrective actions through closure and ensure sustainable implementation.
• Prepare assessment reports, executive summaries, dashboards and program metrics for senior stakeholders.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in Engineering, Materials Science, Supply Chain, Operations, Quality or related field.
• 7‑10 years of experience in technical program management, supplier engineering, supplier quality or related disciplines.
• Proven experience conducting supplier assessments, audits or compliance reviews.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supplier management, change control and risk management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex cross‑functional projects and influence stakeholders without direct authority.

Required skills

• JIRA
• Power BI
• Tableau