{"id":1647121,"url":"https://alion.io/job/applied-materials-trade-operations-program-and-data-manager-2","title":"Trade Operations Program and Data Manager","company":{"id":2749,"name":"Applied Materials","domain":"appliedmaterials.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/applied-materials","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Eightfold","truth_index":{"grade":"A","score":89,"open_postings":504,"ghost_share":0.006,"stale_share":0.226,"repost_share":0.03,"time_to_fill_p50_days":68,"computed_at":"2026-10-04T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Operations","role_family":"Operations","seniority":"lead","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Austin, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":120000,"max":165000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":165000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":7,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":true,"technologies":[{"name":"Power BI","optional":false},{"name":"Tableau","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-05-07T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-30","last_verified_at":"2026-10-05T01:45:36Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":151,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":151},"description":"Who We Are\nApplied 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.\nWhat We Offer\nSalary:\n$120,000.00 - $165,000.00Location:\nAustin,TXYou’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.\nAt 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.\nPosition Summary\nThe Trade Operations Program and Trade Data Manager is accountable for the strategy, execution, and governance of all Trade Operations automation and data programs, including design and implementation of dashboards, KPI frameworks, validation automations, system controls, and trade data oversight supporting Import, Export, and Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) operations. This role manages trade analytics resources and partners cross-functionally to ensure trade operations are data-driven, automated where possible, audit-ready, and aligned to compliance and business objectives.\nThe position sits within the Global Trade / Legal & Compliance organization and partners closely with Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Manufacturing, IT, and external service providers.\nKey Responsibilities\nTrade Data & Automation Program Ownership\nOwn the enterprise trade data strategy across Import, Export, and FTZ operations.\nEstablish and govern trade KPIs, metrics, scorecards, and executive dashboards.\nCreate a structured performance management cadence (weekly/monthly reporting, trend analysis, action tracking).\nEnsure consistent data definitions, data quality standards, and reporting governance.\nAutomation & Systems Enablement\nLead the portfolio of trade automation initiatives including dashboards, validations, exception logic, and controls.\nIdentify automation opportunities to reduce manual effort and improve compliance and efficiency.\nTranslate trade requirements into system and validation logic in partnership with IT and external providers.\nOwn business requirements, UAT coordination, and post-deployment validation for trade-related system changes.\nTrade Operations Analytics Oversight\nProvide analytical oversight for Import, Export, and FTZ transactions.\nDirect root-cause analysis for exceptions, errors, and systemic process gaps.\nGuide FTZ analytics including admissions, inventory movements, consumption, and removals.\nSupport compliance monitoring, reconciliations, and risk-based trend analysis.\nControls, Audit Readiness & Documentation\nOwn analytics and automation components of audit readiness.\nEnsure SOPs are up-to-date, create and maintain process flows, and metrics frameworks.\nSupport internal and external audits through data analysis, evidence packages, and reporting.\nCTPAT Oversight\nProvide data, KPI, and reporting oversight to support CTPAT governance.\nTrack corrective actions, metrics, and documentation supporting CTPAT readiness.\nPeople Leadership & Team Development\nManage and develop the Trade Analytics team.\nSet goals, priorities, clear expectations, accountability and development plans for team members.\nEnsure timely, high-quality deliverables and effective stakeholder engagement.\nBuild strong partnerships across Supply Chain, Logistics, Manufacturing, IT, Legal, Finance, and external vendors.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree required.\n7-12+ years of experience in global trade operations, analytics, automation, or program management.\nStrong experience with dashboards, KPIs, and large data sets.\nDemonstrated experience with trade systems, UAT, and automation initiatives.\nKnowledge of Import, Export, and/or FTZ operations.\nERP experience (SAP S/4HANA preferred).\nAdvanced Power BI, Tableau, or similar analytics tools.\nPrior people management experience.\nExposure to CTPAT governance and compliance programs.\nAdditional Information\nTime Type:\nFull timeEmployee Type:\nAssignee / RegularTravel:\nYes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:\nNoThe 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.\nFor 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.\nApplied 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.\nIn 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 ,or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. 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