General Profile: Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise. Interprets internal or external business issues and recommends best practices. Solves complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions. Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations. May lead functional teams or projects. Competencies: Problem Solving (4 - Subject Matter Expertise); Planning: Tactical and Strategic (3 - Extensive Experience); Reliability Engineering (1 - Basic Understanding); Collaboration (3 - Extensive Experience); Data Analytics (3 - Extensive Experience); Quality Methodologies (1 - Basic Understanding); CI Product Characterization (3 - Extensive Experience); Knowledge Transfer and Management (2 - Working Experience); Leading Change (2 - Working Experience); CI Methodologies (2 - Working Experience); Listening & Communication (3 - Extensive Experience); Producing Results (3 - Extensive Experience); Project Management (3 - Extensive Experience); Accuracy & Attention to Detail (2 - Working Experience); Influencing (3 - Extensive Experience); Decision Making and Critical Thinking (3 - Extensive Experience) Key Responsibilities Drive Continuous Improvement methods to achieve breakthrough improvements in supplier performance metrics. Understand data trends and drive quantified results by designing and deploying analytical systems and processes. Drive optimization of the Value Stream by elimination of waste and making flow improvements across or within manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, and/ or service product operations. Performs evaluation of internal controls, communications, risk assessments and maintenance of documentation. Lead Kaizen Events and LSS Black Belt level projects within and across operations and divisions to optimize performance. Coach and oversee successful completion of major process improvement projects using LSS methodology. Functional Knowledge Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field Business Expertise Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services Leadership May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity Problem Solving Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions Impact Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies Interpersonal Skills Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view Education: Bachelor's Degree Experience: 7 - 10 Years #LI Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree Skills: Certifications: Languages: Years of Experience: 7 - 10 Years Work Experience: Additional Information Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Yes, 20% of the Time Relocation Eligible: No U.S. Salary Range: $112,000.00 - $154,000.00 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 committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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. Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations Make Possible a Better Future. We have seen a recent rise in recruitment scams and want to share some info to help you protect yourself during your job search with Applied Materials. Learn More