Who We Are

Applied Materials is the 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 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible a Better Future.

What We Offer

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. 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.

What You’ll Do

Applied’s Global Talent Acquisition Strategy and Operations team is looking for a Project Manager/ Program Manager to help manage and execute the organization’s key objectives. The Project/ Program Manager will work closely with the Global Talent Acquisition team to take a data-led and planful approach to execute against our strategic and operational goals.

Role Responsibilities

Partner with the senior leaders and program/change leaders to design, build and execute innovative projects and programs

Become an expert in translating internal and external talent data into actionable insights through various mediums of communication

Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment against collective goals, meeting timelines and staying within budget

Drive project execution within a matrixed organization by managing partner and stakeholder communications and holding project teams accountable to timelines and deliverables

Manage meetings, project plans, budgets, debriefs and post-pilot strategies

Ensure regular and clear communication of program and project scope, timing, risks, and progress

Thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment

Functional/Business knowledge

Strong storytelling, written and oral communication skills

Strong capabilities working with data and translating into effective data visualizations (e.g., advanced Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint skills)

Knowledge and effective usage of project management methodologies, processes and software/tools (e.g., Smartsheets, Asana)

Experience in Talent Acquisition Operations and/or handling people analytics a plus

Leadership

Ability to operate with a high level of autonomy

Lead workstreams for mid-size projects and programs

Ability to influence without direct authority

Problem Solving

Use qualitative and quantitative data to apply analytical rigor in identifying root causes and areas to optimize work, exercising judgment to balance competing demands

Maintains a keen eye for detail and quality while managing multiple stakeholders concurrently

Impact

Impacts the achievement of organizational goals

Significantly contributes to the delivery of organizational strategy and operations

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to communicate effectively across functions and regions

Adopts a range of influencing styles to meet the audience where they’re at

Ability to work in a collaborative team environment; receptive to receiving/giving feedback

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. To learn more about our commitment to DEI visit the Applied Materials Inclusion page. 

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelors Degree

Skills:

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

7 - 10 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

U.S. Salary Range:

$112,000.00 - $154,000.00

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.