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Program Manager (Strategy & Operations)

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In-Office
Singapore
Mid level
In-Office
Singapore
Mid level
As Program Manager, drive strategic programs, manage partnerships, support regional growth initiatives, and integrate team activities across operations.
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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 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 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

Location:

Singapore,SGP

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. 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. Learn more about our benefits

You’ll also 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 about careers at Applied.

Applied Materials is an innovation-driven company. Our ability to identify emerging technologies that can complement and leverage Applied’s materials engineering expertise is critical to the company’s continued growth. To accelerate our growth programs, Applied Materials fosters a vibrant innovation network of academics, researchers, government organizations, commercial partners and entrepreneurs in the ecosystems we operate in. Singapore is a key ecosystem for Applied Materials. Refer to the link for more information. https://www.appliedmaterials.com/company/collaboration

Applied's Joint Lab for Applied Process Equipment Accelerator (APEX) aims to develop materials and components for semiconductor equipment, as well as new processes that maximize resource efficiency and minimize material waste in manufacturing. These innovations are targeted for Industry of Things (IoT), Communications, Automotive, Power and Sensors (ICAPS) markets, which are strategic growth areas for Applied Materials. The joint lab will also enable small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Singapore to support development of these solutions.

As a Program Manager, you will support APEX Strategy and Operations leadership and partner with the South East Asia Regional Office in Singapore to identify new growth opportunities in supplier development, build and manage partnerships with research performers and execute on key initiatives to realize this growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive strategic programs to establish plans, milestones and priorities and ensure regular communications / updates to stakeholders. Anticipate risks and roadblocks, manage program prioritization, timelines, and balance business needs versus technical / operational constraints.

  • Support management to identify key requirements, develop & implement strategic growth agendas including a strong focus on talent, and productivity, and suppliers 

  • Structure and execute analyses to develop recommendations and drive execution / implementation in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of partner activities with overall business operations.

  • Originate, negotiate and execute ecosystem partnerships in Singapore and the region to accelerate new business opportunities from inception to execution.

  • Build and maintain relationships with key ecosystem stakeholders (government agencies, public research entities, universities, tech startup ecosystem) to ensure Applied Materials is strategically positioned

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong analytical skills and effective problem solvers, with ability to navigate ambiguity

  • Excellent communicator, with the ability to manage and influence stakeholders at all levels

  • Strong sense of ownership and ability to work across different functions and BUs

  • High learning agility to quickly understand the value drivers in numerous science and technology fields

  • Someone who is excited by the possibilities of how technology can play a role in improving our lives, and is interested to accelerate and translate technology innovations to business through partnerships

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor in any Engineering or Science related discipline with min 4 years of relevant experience

  • Experiences in public-private partnership, strategic operations, project management and talent engagement

  • Experienced in structuring and negotiating partnership deals; Familiarity with legal contracts e.g. NDAs, research collaboration agreements, MOUs

  • Good knowledge of the high technology or semiconductor industry (good-to-have)

  • Experiences working across time zones in multi-functional global teams

Work Location

  • Science Park II

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

No

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.

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