Global Product Manager / Material Control Systems / AMHS

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.

What We Offer

Salary:

$132,000.00 - $181,500.00

Location:

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You’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.

At 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 (https://hrportal.ehr.com/applied/).

Key Responsibilities

As a Global Product Manager for Material Control Systems (MCS) at Applied Materials, you'll work with a team to set the vision and direction for Applied's MCS products. You have significant manufacturing experience and deeply understand how the MCS is used in conjunction with Automated Material Handling Systems (AMHS) within manufacturing and the value these bring to manufacturers. You have a strong vision for what MCS "should" be and knowledge of the competitors in the MCS and AMHS space, with the ability to compare and contrast their strengths and weaknesses.

You also have an affinity for collaborating with customers to understand their needs and pain points, and the ability to transform that into tangible product roadmap requirements that benefit all customers. You have the ability to communicate clearly and calmly during customer conversations, and the emotional intelligence to understand the customer's perspective and the underlying motivations driving their needs.

You'll use these skills to build both external and internal consensus to drive Applied's MCS product roadmap. You'll perform market and competitive analysis; build cost and pricing models; develop strategy to increase market growth; and coordinate with global Sales, Engineering, and Support teams in executing the strategy. You'll become a "super-user" of Applied's MCS products and the go‑to subject matter expert.

Along the way you'll create marketing collateral, write manufacturing‑related blog posts, conduct product‑related webinars and user groups, speak at industry events, and travel to customer sites to build relationships and learn about customer needs.

Hands‑on AMHS experience is required. Prior experience with Applied Materials' and competitors' MCS products is a strong plus.

This position is remote and can be located anywhere in the US or Canada.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in manufacturing

  • Deep understanding of AMHS and experience with MCS and its use in manufacturing

  • Strong familiarity with material handling robotics and related software in different industries

  • Product management experience, preferably in manufacturing software

  • Strong familiarity with semiconductors or adjacent industries

  • Strong understanding of manufacturing productivity KPIs and practical experience driving their improvement

  • Familiarity with financial concepts such as margin, CAGR, ROI, NPV, IRR, and fixed vs. variable costs

  • Proven ability to define strategy, set goals, and drive results

  • Strong ability to transform ambiguous requirements into a clear, focused action plan

  • Strong collaboration and negotiation skills

  • Strong communication and presentation skills

  • Strong ability to work in cross‑functional teams

  • Demonstrated history of writing industry blog posts and/or industry speaking engagements

  • The ability to travel domestically and internationally

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor's Degree in a technical field, MBA preferred

  • Years of Experience: 10-15 years

Additional Information

Time Type

Full time

Employee Type

Assignee / Regular

Travel

Yes, 25% of the Time

Relocation Eligible

No

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. 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.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site (https://www.appliedmaterials.com/us/en/careers.html) 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 Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877‑612‑7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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