Director, Global Business Process, Program Management and Deployment

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:

$160,000.00 - $220,000.00

Location:

Austin,TX, Gloucester,MA, Santa Clara,CA

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. 

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Role Summary

As a senior executive, the Director of Global Business Process & Transformation for Sourcing & Procurement plays a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s approach to procurement on a global scale. This leader not only standardizes and optimizes business processes but also drives large-scale transformation, leveraging technology and strategic change to achieve operational excellence. By acting as a bridge among business units, IT, and procurement teams, the candidate ensures seamless integration of processes and technologies, while cultivating a high-performance culture through effective mentorship and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Process Leadership & Governance

Transformation in this area involves a comprehensive evaluation of existing procurement workflows, implementing improvements and ensuring global consistency while accommodating local nuances. The candidate leads the establishment of robust governance frameworks, setting clear performance metrics and compliance standards. By championing process harmonization, this leader fosters an environment where continuous improvement is ingrained in the organizational culture, empowering teams to proactively identify and address inefficiencies, mitigate risks, and maintain regulatory compliance.

The candidate facilitates unified procurement strategies that balance global consistency with local adaptability. Leadership in this area means fostering trust, resolving conflicts, and aligning disparate teams around common goals, ultimately driving harmonization and increasing the organization’s agility in a dynamic global environment.

Strategic Transformation

The candidate is responsible for crafting and executing visionary, long-term strategies that not only align with overarching business objectives but also anticipate market trends and technological advancements. Leadership here means guiding enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, such as third-party risk management and IT-driven programs, and serving as an executive sponsor for critical projects. The role demands agility in navigating complex change, influencing senior stakeholders, and ensuring that transformation efforts deliver measurable value across the organization.

Program & Portfolio Management

With oversight of a diverse portfolio of global programs and projects, the candidate ensures that transformation initiatives are delivered efficiently and effectively. Leadership is demonstrated through rigorous project governance, agile prioritization, and alignment of resources to strategic objectives. By tracking key performance indicators and outcomes, the candidate ensures that every project contributes to the broader transformation agenda, driving sustainable business results and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.

Operational Excellence & Change Management

Operational excellence is achieved by designing and implementing frameworks that promote efficiency, compliance, and risk mitigation. The candidate leads change management efforts, developing comprehensive strategies that include stakeholder engagement, training, and communication plans. Effective leadership is evident in the ability to inspire buy-in, manage resistance, and guide teams through transitions, e