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:

$200,000.00 - $275,000.00

Location:

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. 

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. 

Senior Director, IT – SAP S/4HANA Transformation (Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturing)

Applied Materials is launching a bold, multi‑year SAP S/4HANA transformation that will modernize the digital backbone of the world’s leading semiconductor equipment company. This program will unify global processes, enhance visibility across complex engineer‑to‑order operations, and unlock new levels of automation, speed, and scalability.

We’re reimagining how we design, build, deliver, and service advanced semiconductor tool creating a cleaner, more connected enterprise powered by real‑time data and next‑generation technologies. This is a rare opportunity to shape a transformation of global scale and influence how a multi‑billion‑dollar industry operates.

Join us and play a key role in building the digital foundation that will drive the future of innovation in semiconductor manufacturing

Role Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Director of IT to lead our multi-year SAP S/4HANA transformation from vision and roadmap through deployment and value realization. This leader will own end-to-end delivery across architecture, data, integrations, security, process design, testing, cutover, and change management. The ideal candidate combines deep S/4 implementation experience, enterprise transformation leadership (10+ years), and exceptional executive communication and visual storytelling skills to drive clarity, alignment, and results

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end S/4 transformation roadmap, scope, execution strategy, and operating model across global sites.

• Can translate enterprise vision into an executable S/4 roadmap with clear value levers.

• Operates with metrics and benefits realization at the center.

• Establish and lead multi-tier governance (SteerCo, Design Authority, Workstream PMs), ensuring fast escalation and decision cycles.

• Drive cross-functional alignment on standardization, process simplification, and system rationalization

• Simplifies complexity; guides senior leaders through options and trade-offs.

• Strong command of risk, quality, controls, and delivery discipline.

• Produces clean, visually appealing artifacts that drive alignment and decisions.

• Own program budget and forecasting; manage complex contracts/SOWs, change orders, and value-for-money.

• Balance speed, risk, and cost; ensure disciplined scope management

• Lead the multi‑year S/4 program across planning, design, build, validation, deployment, and global rollout.

• Stand up and lead multi-vendor SI teams; set SLAs and performance guardrails

• Enforce Fit‑to‑Standard while preserving essential high‑tech differentiation.

• Oversee harmonization and global template development across Plan‑to‑Produce, Order‑to‑Cash, Procure‑to‑Pay, Forecast‑to‑Stock, Product Lifecycle, and Service/Repair processes

• Build long‑term internal capability and an S/4 Center of Excellence.

Required Qualifications

• 12+ years leading enterprise IT transformations; 10+ years in ERP/SAP programs.

• At least 2 full-cycle SAP S/4HANA implementations in manufacturing or high-tech.

• Experience with e