Master Scheduler

Who We Are

Applied 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. 

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Key Responsibilities

• Analyzes and maintains master scheduling and/or slotting reports and measurements; runs and reports on metrics. Establishes measurements for new processes and collaborates cross-functionally for process improvement.
• Follows documented business processes and identifies inconsistencies to management. Develops new business processes and solutions as needed.  Provides training and guidance to newer master scheudlers, planners, and buyers.
• Manages order pull in / push outs including capacity constraint analysis.  Utilizes Rapid Response software for scenario planning.  Provides output to stakeholders.    Create and manage all milestone routings for products and test stratgies globally.  Creates and managesunique routings specific to NPI product.   Chairs quarterly meetings with engineering and manufacturing to assure routing alignment.   Drive for cycle time reduction.
• Initiates demand in MRP (systems & non-system orders).  Monitors and validates MRP accuracy.  Researches engineering change orders; recommends changes and adjusts planning bills as required.  Resolves data integrity issues.  Responds to MRP validation inquiries form purchasing community and provides guidance on issue resolution. 
• Coordinates with marketing to ensure opportunities and sales orders are set up correctly in SAP. Develops processes to enhance slotting methodology.  Chairs slotting meetings.   Manages schedule transition between pilot, volume, various plants or among business groups.  Collaborates with BMO directors and Demand Management on build plan optimization.
• Manages forecast PIRs for variety of products.  Utilizes OFR to manage forecast %'s on GPIRs based on customer forecast.   Implements CAPCODE/TND logic for forecasting as required.    Focal for mapper inconsitencies/resolution .  Creates and manages ZMAT material creation within VC by coordinating with software programmers, functional analysts, engineering and product structure. Creates build and sourcing strategy for products, including consignment.  Manages overplan material.
• Responsible for demand signal  integrity for products managed within a given BU(400-700m worth  of material per quarter) to suppliers, planners, buyers.
• Manages supply review process by running and analzing safety stock model.  Gathers input globally  from purchasing, inventory focals for inclusion in comprehensive supply review.  Presents in Strategic Inventory Supply Review on Safety Stock and Overplan Strategies.  Performs E&Z analysis and provides options for use up.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

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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.