Lead Technical Program Manager (Factory Automation)

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.

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Key Responsibilities

Business Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with business leaders and key stakeholders across Logistics, Manufacturing, Factory Automation, and Inventory Management.
• Serve as the trusted advisor and primary technology partner for assigned business functions.
• Facilitate alignment between business priorities, technology roadmaps, and project investments.
• Build executive-level relationships and effectively communicate business value, program status, risks, and strategic recommendations.
• Drive consensus across diverse stakeholder groups and influence decision-making in a matrixed organization.
• Partner with global and regional leadership teams, including APAC stakeholders, to support strategic initiatives and operational objectives.

Solution Delivery & Technology Leadership

• Lead the design and implementation of technology solutions supporting logistics operations, warehouse processes, manufacturing automation, inventory visibility, and material flow optimization.
• Oversee requirements gathering, solution design, testing, deployment, integration, and vendor management activities.
• Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture, security standards, and business objectives.
• Manage scope, budgets, timelines, risks, dependencies, and executive communications.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams spanning multiple business units, IT organizations, vendors, and regions.
• Drive accountability and execution across matrixed teams without direct reporting authority.

Preferred Experience

• RFID and IoT Technologies
• AGV, AMR, and ASRS Solutions
• Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Integrations
• Smart Warehouse/Mfg. and Industry 4.0 Technologies
• Systems Integration and Middleware Platforms
• Global Program and Vendor Management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
• 9+ years of experience in enterprise IT, logistics technology, or manufacturing automation systems.
• Proven experience leading complex technology programs.
• Experience partnering with senior business leaders and managing executive stakeholder relationships.
• Demonstrated success leading matrixed teams and influencing without direct authority.
• Strong program management, communication, relationship management, and organizational skills.
• Experience working with global teams and stakeholders, including APAC regions.

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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.