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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:
$124,000.00 - $171,000.00
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.
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.
Strategic Sourcing Manager
Global Sourcing & Procurement (GSP) | Global Category & Sourcing
Role Summary
The Strategic Sourcing Manager is a senior individual contributor responsible for leading complex, high‑judgment sourcing engagements aligned to approved Category Strategies. This role converts strategy into executable sourcing wave plans, drives negotiation and commercial outcomes, and raises execution quality across the Sourcing Center of Excellence (SCoE) through coaching, playbooks, and standards. The role operates in a center‑led model that balances global strategy with regional nuance, delivering measurable value, an improved stakeholder experience, and proactive risk management.
Mission Alignment (GSP “Definition of Winning”)
- Value Capture: deliver holistic value (cost reduction/avoidance, speed, quality, and operational effectiveness).
- Client Journey: deliver a seamless stakeholder experience with clear ownership, predictable cycle times, and reduced friction.
- Risk Management: proactively identify, assess, and mitigate third‑party and supply risks within sourcing and contracting activities.
- Optimize Capability: strengthen procurement capability through standards, coaching, and adoption of digital/AI-enabled ways of working.
Key Responsibilities
1) Strategic Sourcing Execution (Tiered Delivery)
- Lead and execute Tier 2 sourcing engagements (complex/cross‑regional/repeatable) with accountability for delivery quality, leverage, and cycle time.
- Support Tier 1 sourcing engagements by providing sourcing leadership, RFx architecture, analytics, and negotiation support within category guardrails.
- Translate category strategy into executable sourcing wave plans and event strategies (RFIs/RFPs/RFQs, auctions, market tests, negotiation approach).
- Drive disciplined project governance from intake through award and handoff; ensure consistent documentation and audit trail.
2) Commercial & Negotiation Leadership
- Develop fact‑based negotiation strategies (TCO, should‑cost, benchmarking) and lead supplier negotiations to deliver approved value outcomes.
- Partner with Category Management on positioning, trade‑offs, and escalation decisions when supplier, value, or risk profiles change.
- Coordinate contract strategy with Contracting CoE/Legal; ensure use of templates, playbooks, and approved fallback positions for standard terms.
- Support Value Capture governance (e.g., baseline/benchmark alignment and savings outcome validation) in partnership with Finance.
3) Pipeline & Delivery Management
- Manage assigned sourcing pipelines aligned to category wave plans; prioritize work by complexity, risk, business criticality, and enterprise value.
- Anticipate capacity constraints and proactively coordinate resourcing with SCoE leadership to protect cycle time and stakeholder commitments.
- Track progress, identify blockers, and drive rapid escalation/resolution; ensure transparency through dashboards, cadence reviews, and status updates.
4) SCoE Enablement, Coaching & Quality Assurance
- Coach and mentor SCoE practitioners on category‑specific execution standards, negotiation tactics, and stakeholder communications.
- Own continuous refinement of sourcing playbooks, templates, scorecards, and QA standards; ensure global consistency with room for regional nuance.
- Build repeatable sourcing capabilities (training, lessons learned, knowledge base contributions) and strengthen the internal talent pipeline.
5) Stakeholder Partnership & Cross‑Functional Leadership
- Serve as the primary sourcing execution interface for Category Leaders and key stakeholders during active sourcing initiatives.
- Drive alignment across cross‑functional partners (Legal, Finance, Risk/TPRM, Operations) to accelerate decisions and reduce handoffs.
- Support stakeholder engagement practices (BRM/SRM execution in partnership with the central program offices) with consistent messaging and value storytelling.
6) Governance, Compliance & Risk Controls
- Embed policy adherence, sourcing governance, and risk controls into sourcing work (supplier due diligence, TPRM triggers, compliance checkpoints).
- Ensure sourcing work is executed using approved buying channels and standard processes; minimize exceptions and document rationale when needed.
- Escalate risks early (supply continuity, regulatory/compliance, cyber/operations, financial health) and coordinate mitigation plans with risk owners.
7) Digital, Analytics & AI-Enabled Ways of Working
- Leverage eSourcing, contract lifecycle management, and analytics tools to drive faster cycle times and better decision quality.
- Adopt AI-enabled approaches for research, drafting, analysis, and workflow acceleration while maintaining governance and controls.
- Identify automation opportunities for low‑value work and partner with Process/Technology teams to scale improvements.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- 7+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, category execution, or commercial contract negotiations.
- Proven track record leading complex sourcing events (RFx/auctions), negotiating high‑value agreements, and delivering measurable outcomes.
- Strong commercial acumen including TCO/should‑cost analysis, benchmarking, and the ability to translate insights into negotiation strategy.
- Ability to operate effectively in a global, matrixed environment with multiple stakeholders and time zones.
Preferred
- Experience in semiconductor or high‑tech indirect procurement environments (facilities, IT, technical services, labor/services, or adjacent categories).
- Experience working in/with center‑led procurement operating models and shared service/CoE delivery engines.
- Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, CPM) and/or MBA/MS in a relevant discipline.
- Demonstrated change leadership and process improvement experience (Lean/Six Sigma, design thinking, or similar).
Core Competencies (What “Great” Looks Like)
- Strategic sourcing leadership: designs the right sourcing approach for the business problem; balances speed with rigor.
- Negotiation excellence: drives outcomes through preparation, fact‑base, and influence; manages trade‑offs inside guardrails.
- Stakeholder leadership: earns trust as a commercial advisor; communicates crisply; manages escalations without drama.
- Analytical strength: builds and explains cost models; sees patterns; uses data to make decisions and challenge assumptions.
- Governance & risk discipline: protects Applied through compliance, documentation, and proactive risk identification.
- Coaching mindset: raises capability of the broader team through standards, QA, and mentorship.
Success Measures (Sample)
- Value delivery: verified cost savings/cost avoidance and other quantified value outcomes aligned to category value targets.
- Cycle time & service levels: improved sourcing/contracting cycle times and predictable delivery performance against SLAs.
- Compliance & risk: high policy adherence, strong audit readiness, and effective risk mitigation actions for key engagements.
- Stakeholder experience: improved satisfaction and reduced friction through clear ownership, communication, and speed.
- Capability uplift: measurable improvement in SCoE execution quality and adoption of standards, playbooks, and tools.
About Applied Materials
Applied Materials is a global 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 the technology shaping the future.
About Global Sourcing & Procurement (GSP)
Global Sourcing & Procurement (GSP) is Applied Materials’ indirect procurement and extended workforce support function. We procure the goods, services, and extended workforce required for Applied to run and grow the company and enable Applied to support our customers. GSP partners with stakeholders globally through sourcing, contracting, category and supplier management, analytics, and transactional procurement.
Additional Information
Time Type: Full time
Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time
Relocation Eligible: No
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. 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.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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:
$124,000.00 - $171,000.00
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.
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.
Strategic Sourcing Manager
Global Sourcing & Procurement (GSP) | Global Category & Sourcing
Role Summary
The Strategic Sourcing Manager is a senior individual contributor responsible for leading complex, high‑judgment sourcing engagements aligned to approved Category Strategies. This role converts strategy into executable sourcing wave plans, drives negotiation and commercial outcomes, and raises execution quality across the Sourcing Center of Excellence (SCoE) through coaching, playbooks, and standards. The role operates in a center‑led model that balances global strategy with regional nuance, delivering measurable value, an improved stakeholder experience, and proactive risk management.
Mission Alignment (GSP “Definition of Winning”)
- Value Capture: deliver holistic value (cost reduction/avoidance, speed, quality, and operational effectiveness).
- Client Journey: deliver a seamless stakeholder experience with clear ownership, predictable cycle times, and reduced friction.
- Risk Management: proactively identify, assess, and mitigate third‑party and supply risks within sourcing and contracting activities.
- Optimize Capability: strengthen procurement capability through standards, coaching, and adoption of digital/AI-enabled ways of working.
Key Responsibilities
1) Strategic Sourcing Execution (Tiered Delivery)
- Lead and execute Tier 2 sourcing engagements (complex/cross‑regional/repeatable) with accountability for delivery quality, leverage, and cycle time.
- Support Tier 1 sourcing engagements by providing sourcing leadership, RFx architecture, analytics, and negotiation support within category guardrails.
- Translate category strategy into executable sourcing wave plans and event strategies (RFIs/RFPs/RFQs, auctions, market tests, negotiation approach).
- Drive disciplined project governance from intake through award and handoff; ensure consistent documentation and audit trail.
2) Commercial & Negotiation Leadership
- Develop fact‑based negotiation strategies (TCO, should‑cost, benchmarking) and lead supplier negotiations to deliver approved value outcomes.
- Partner with Category Management on positioning, trade‑offs, and escalation decisions when supplier, value, or risk profiles change.
- Coordinate contract strategy with Contracting CoE/Legal; ensure use of templates, playbooks, and approved fallback positions for standard terms.
- Support Value Capture governance (e.g., baseline/benchmark alignment and savings outcome validation) in partnership with Finance.
3) Pipeline & Delivery Management
- Manage assigned sourcing pipelines aligned to category wave plans; prioritize work by complexity, risk, business criticality, and enterprise value.
- Anticipate capacity constraints and proactively coordinate resourcing with SCoE leadership to protect cycle time and stakeholder commitments.
- Track progress, identify blockers, and drive rapid escalation/resolution; ensure transparency through dashboards, cadence reviews, and status updates.
4) SCoE Enablement, Coaching & Quality Assurance
- Coach and mentor SCoE practitioners on category‑specific execution standards, negotiation tactics, and stakeholder communications.
- Own continuous refinement of sourcing playbooks, templates, scorecards, and QA standards; ensure global consistency with room for regional nuance.
- Build repeatable sourcing capabilities (training, lessons learned, knowledge base contributions) and strengthen the internal talent pipeline.
5) Stakeholder Partnership & Cross‑Functional Leadership
- Serve as the primary sourcing execution interface for Category Leaders and key stakeholders during active sourcing initiatives.
- Drive alignment across cross‑functional partners (Legal, Finance, Risk/TPRM, Operations) to accelerate decisions and reduce handoffs.
- Support stakeholder engagement practices (BRM/SRM execution in partnership with the central program offices) with consistent messaging and value storytelling.
6) Governance, Compliance & Risk Controls
- Embed policy adherence, sourcing governance, and risk controls into sourcing work (supplier due diligence, TPRM triggers, compliance checkpoints).
- Ensure sourcing work is executed using approved buying channels and standard processes; minimize exceptions and document rationale when needed.
- Escalate risks early (supply continuity, regulatory/compliance, cyber/operations, financial health) and coordinate mitigation plans with risk owners.
7) Digital, Analytics & AI-Enabled Ways of Working
- Leverage eSourcing, contract lifecycle management, and analytics tools to drive faster cycle times and better decision quality.
- Adopt AI-enabled approaches for research, drafting, analysis, and workflow acceleration while maintaining governance and controls.
- Identify automation opportunities for low‑value work and partner with Process/Technology teams to scale improvements.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- 7+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, category execution, or commercial contract negotiations.
- Proven track record leading complex sourcing events (RFx/auctions), negotiating high‑value agreements, and delivering measurable outcomes.
- Strong commercial acumen including TCO/should‑cost analysis, benchmarking, and the ability to translate insights into negotiation strategy.
- Ability to operate effectively in a global, matrixed environment with multiple stakeholders and time zones.
Preferred
- Experience in semiconductor or high‑tech indirect procurement environments (facilities, IT, technical services, labor/services, or adjacent categories).
- Experience working in/with center‑led procurement operating models and shared service/CoE delivery engines.
- Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, CPM) and/or MBA/MS in a relevant discipline.
- Demonstrated change leadership and process improvement experience (Lean/Six Sigma, design thinking, or similar).
Core Competencies (What “Great” Looks Like)
- Strategic sourcing leadership: designs the right sourcing approach for the business problem; balances speed with rigor.
- Negotiation excellence: drives outcomes through preparation, fact‑base, and influence; manages trade‑offs inside guardrails.
- Stakeholder leadership: earns trust as a commercial advisor; communicates crisply; manages escalations without drama.
- Analytical strength: builds and explains cost models; sees patterns; uses data to make decisions and challenge assumptions.
- Governance & risk discipline: protects Applied through compliance, documentation, and proactive risk identification.
- Coaching mindset: raises capability of the broader team through standards, QA, and mentorship.
Success Measures (Sample)
- Value delivery: verified cost savings/cost avoidance and other quantified value outcomes aligned to category value targets.
- Cycle time & service levels: improved sourcing/contracting cycle times and predictable delivery performance against SLAs.
- Compliance & risk: high policy adherence, strong audit readiness, and effective risk mitigation actions for key engagements.
- Stakeholder experience: improved satisfaction and reduced friction through clear ownership, communication, and speed.
- Capability uplift: measurable improvement in SCoE execution quality and adoption of standards, playbooks, and tools.
About Applied Materials
Applied Materials is a global 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 the technology shaping the future.
About Global Sourcing & Procurement (GSP)
Global Sourcing & Procurement (GSP) is Applied Materials’ indirect procurement and extended workforce support function. We procure the goods, services, and extended workforce required for Applied to run and grow the company and enable Applied to support our customers. GSP partners with stakeholders globally through sourcing, contracting, category and supplier management, analytics, and transactional procurement.
Additional Information
Time Type: Full time
Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time
Relocation Eligible: No
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. 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.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Strategic Sourcing Manager
Match your degree to the role
PERM job requirements must align with your actual credentials. If the employer lists a bachelor's in supply chain management or business as the minimum, your foreign degree in a related field needs to be evaluated for U.S. equivalency before the labor certification process begins.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Search DOL OFLC disclosure data for companies that have filed PERM applications for Strategic Sourcing Manager or similar procurement titles. Employers with established filing history already have the internal HR and legal infrastructure to sponsor you efficiently.
Distinguish EB-2 and EB-3 eligibility early
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or equivalent specialized experience, while EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's. Clarify which category applies to you before negotiating sponsorship with an employer so your offer letter and job description reflect the correct classification from day one.
Address the prevailing wage requirement upfront
Your employer must pay at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level I through Level IV wage determinations for Strategic Sourcing Manager before your offer conversation, so compensation expectations are aligned before PERM is filed.
Find sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Searching broadly wastes time on employers who have never sponsored a green card. Migrate Mate filters Strategic Sourcing Manager openings by employers with active green card sponsorship history, so you're applying to companies already set up to file PERM and I-140 on your behalf.
Prepare for the PERM audit documentation window
DOL audits a portion of PERM applications and requires employers to produce recruitment records within 30 days. Ask your prospective employer whether their legal team retains a full recruitment file, including job posting logs and applicant review documentation, before the audit clock starts.
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Does a Strategic Sourcing Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Both categories can apply. EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field. EB-2 applies if the role requires an advanced degree or if you can demonstrate a combination of advanced education and substantial specialized experience in strategic procurement. The employer's job requirements and your credentials together determine which category fits.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM targets permanent residency, not a temporary status. There is no annual cap or lottery at the EB-3 level for most nationalities, unlike the H-1B which is subject to a randomized selection process. PERM requires the employer to conduct a full recruitment campaign to demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker is available, which adds several months to the timeline but leads to a permanent result rather than a two- or three-year visa stamp.
How long does the PERM and green card process typically take for a sourcing role?
The PERM labor certification alone currently averages over a year at DOL due to analyst review backlogs. After PERM is certified, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS, which takes additional months. If your priority date is current, you can then file for adjustment of status. For applicants from India or China, per-country backlogs can add years beyond these standard timelines.
What documents should I prepare before asking an employer to sponsor my green card?
Gather a foreign credential evaluation confirming your degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's or master's, depending on your target category. Compile employment verification letters that clearly state your job titles, responsibilities, and dates, especially if you're relying on specialized experience for EB-2 eligibility. Having these ready before formal sponsorship discussions makes the employer's legal team's job easier and signals you understand the process.
How do I find Strategic Sourcing Manager jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Most job postings don't specify green card sponsorship, which makes filtering difficult without the right tools. Migrate Mate identifies Strategic Sourcing Manager openings from employers with documented green card sponsorship history through DOL PERM data, so you can focus your applications on companies that are already set up to support the full EB-2 or EB-3 process rather than discovering late in negotiations that sponsorship isn't available.
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