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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, Hillsboro, OR, Phoenix, AZ, 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.
Location
Aligned to Managing Director / Intel account hub (flexible)
Role Summary
The Chief of Staff (CoS) to the Managing Director is a trusted advisor and execution partner, with a primary focus on enabling successful delivery and partnership with Intel, a critical strategic customer for Applied Materials. This role ensures alignment between Applied Materials’ strategy, operational execution, and Intel’s business, technology, and manufacturing priorities.
The Chief of Staff serves as a force multiplier for the Managing Director—driving disciplined execution, cross-functional alignment, and proactive issue resolution across a highly matrixed, customer-facing organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic & Customer Alignment
- Partner with the Managing Director to define and execute account-level strategy aligned to Intel’s technology roadmaps, factory ramps, and business priorities
- Translate customer commitments into clear internal execution plans across engineering, operations, supply chain, field service, and support teams
- Ensure Applied Materials leadership is aligned on Intel-specific priorities, risks, and opportunities
Executive Advisory & Decision Support
- Act as a strategic thought partner to the Managing Director on Intel account performance, escalation management, and long-term partnership strategy
- Prepare executive briefings, customer reviews, and materials for Intel leadership engagements
- Synthesize complex technical, operational, and commercial data into clear executive recommendations
Operational Excellence & Execution
- Drive operating cadence for the Intel account (e.g., staff meetings, QBRs, escalation reviews, milestone tracking)
- Track progress against customer commitments, KPIs, and SLAs; ensure follow-through on actions
- Partner closely with Finance, HR, Legal, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure disciplined execution and governance
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Act as the connective tissue across global functions supporting Intel (Engineering, Global Services, Manufacturing, Logistics, IT, Quality)
- Influence outcomes across teams without direct authority to unblock issues impacting customer success
- Anticipate dependencies and risks that could impact Intel fab operations or ramp schedules
Customer Interface & Escalation Management
- Support preparation and follow-up for critical customer meetings and engagements
- Lead or coordinate executive-level escalations to resolution in partnership with senior leaders
- Represent the Managing Director in cross-functional or customer-facing forums as appropriate
Communications & Change Management
- Ensure consistent, clear internal messaging regarding Intel priorities, commitments, and expectations
- Support change management efforts tied to customer demands, organizational shifts, or operational improvements
- Enable transparency and alignment across leadership levels
Special Projects
- Lead high-impact initiatives related to customer delivery, process optimization, or strategic growth on the Intel account
- Manage time-sensitive or confidential initiatives on behalf of the Managing Director
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
- 8–12+ years of experience in strategy, operations, program management, consulting, or customer-facing leadership roles
- Experience supporting large, strategic customers in a complex, matrixed organization
- Strong executive communication, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to operate effectively in high-pressure, customer-critical environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in semiconductor capital equipment, high-tech manufacturing, or global operations
- Previous experience working directly with Intel or similarly complex tier-1 customers
- Background in management consulting, corporate strategy, or enterprise program leadership
- Demonstrated success influencing senior stakeholders without formal authority
Key Competencies
- Executive presence and sound judgment
- Customer-first mindset with strong business acumen
- High integrity, discretion, and accountability
- Strong stakeholder influence and conflict resolution skills
- Bias for action and operational rigor
Why This Role Matters
This role is critical to ensuring Applied Materials delivers consistent, high-quality execution for Intel while strengthening a long-term strategic partnership. The Chief of Staff enables focus, alignment, and speed—ensuring customer commitments translate into measurable outcomes.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 75% 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.
Job ID R2618416
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, Hillsboro, OR, Phoenix, AZ, 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.
Location
Aligned to Managing Director / Intel account hub (flexible)
Role Summary
The Chief of Staff (CoS) to the Managing Director is a trusted advisor and execution partner, with a primary focus on enabling successful delivery and partnership with Intel, a critical strategic customer for Applied Materials. This role ensures alignment between Applied Materials’ strategy, operational execution, and Intel’s business, technology, and manufacturing priorities.
The Chief of Staff serves as a force multiplier for the Managing Director—driving disciplined execution, cross-functional alignment, and proactive issue resolution across a highly matrixed, customer-facing organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic & Customer Alignment
- Partner with the Managing Director to define and execute account-level strategy aligned to Intel’s technology roadmaps, factory ramps, and business priorities
- Translate customer commitments into clear internal execution plans across engineering, operations, supply chain, field service, and support teams
- Ensure Applied Materials leadership is aligned on Intel-specific priorities, risks, and opportunities
Executive Advisory & Decision Support
- Act as a strategic thought partner to the Managing Director on Intel account performance, escalation management, and long-term partnership strategy
- Prepare executive briefings, customer reviews, and materials for Intel leadership engagements
- Synthesize complex technical, operational, and commercial data into clear executive recommendations
Operational Excellence & Execution
- Drive operating cadence for the Intel account (e.g., staff meetings, QBRs, escalation reviews, milestone tracking)
- Track progress against customer commitments, KPIs, and SLAs; ensure follow-through on actions
- Partner closely with Finance, HR, Legal, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure disciplined execution and governance
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Act as the connective tissue across global functions supporting Intel (Engineering, Global Services, Manufacturing, Logistics, IT, Quality)
- Influence outcomes across teams without direct authority to unblock issues impacting customer success
- Anticipate dependencies and risks that could impact Intel fab operations or ramp schedules
Customer Interface & Escalation Management
- Support preparation and follow-up for critical customer meetings and engagements
- Lead or coordinate executive-level escalations to resolution in partnership with senior leaders
- Represent the Managing Director in cross-functional or customer-facing forums as appropriate
Communications & Change Management
- Ensure consistent, clear internal messaging regarding Intel priorities, commitments, and expectations
- Support change management efforts tied to customer demands, organizational shifts, or operational improvements
- Enable transparency and alignment across leadership levels
Special Projects
- Lead high-impact initiatives related to customer delivery, process optimization, or strategic growth on the Intel account
- Manage time-sensitive or confidential initiatives on behalf of the Managing Director
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
- 8–12+ years of experience in strategy, operations, program management, consulting, or customer-facing leadership roles
- Experience supporting large, strategic customers in a complex, matrixed organization
- Strong executive communication, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to operate effectively in high-pressure, customer-critical environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in semiconductor capital equipment, high-tech manufacturing, or global operations
- Previous experience working directly with Intel or similarly complex tier-1 customers
- Background in management consulting, corporate strategy, or enterprise program leadership
- Demonstrated success influencing senior stakeholders without formal authority
Key Competencies
- Executive presence and sound judgment
- Customer-first mindset with strong business acumen
- High integrity, discretion, and accountability
- Strong stakeholder influence and conflict resolution skills
- Bias for action and operational rigor
Why This Role Matters
This role is critical to ensuring Applied Materials delivers consistent, high-quality execution for Intel while strengthening a long-term strategic partnership. The Chief of Staff enables focus, alignment, and speed—ensuring customer commitments translate into measurable outcomes.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 75% 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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Frame your role as Management Consultant
Chief of Staff positions must map to the TN Management Consultant category. Document how your duties involve advisory and analytical functions rather than line management alone, since CBP officers assess role substance, not job title.
Build a degree-to-role evidence file
Gather your bachelor's degree transcripts, a credential evaluation if your degree is from a non-U.S. institution, and a letter from your employer connecting your specific field of study to the Chief of Staff duties listed in your offer letter.
Target employers with cross-border workforce experience
Seek out companies that have sponsored TN professionals before. Firms with Canadian or Mexican offices often have HR teams already familiar with CBP documentation standards, reducing back-and-forth on your support letter.
Negotiate a detailed employer support letter
Your offer letter must specify your title, advisory duties, degree requirement, employment duration, and compensation type. A vague letter is the most common reason CBP requests additional documentation or delays admission at the port of entry.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify companies actively hiring Chief of Staff candidates with TN visa sponsorship. The platform filters roles by visa type so you reach employers already prepared to support the process, not those discovering it for the first time.
Prepare for renewal before your status expires
TN status is granted in three-year increments with unlimited renewals. File for extension or re-entry at least 90 days before your I-94 expiry, particularly if your Chief of Staff role has evolved, since CBP will re-evaluate the Management Consultant fit at each renewal.
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Does a Chief of Staff role actually qualify for TN visa status?
It depends on how the role is structured. TN status requires the position to fall under an enumerated USMCA category. Chief of Staff roles typically qualify under Management Consultant when duties center on organizational strategy, executive advisory functions, and analytical projects requiring a relevant bachelor's degree. Purely operational or supervisory roles without that advisory component are harder to support.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for a Chief of Staff position?
TN is faster and more predictable for this role. H-1B requires an annual lottery entry in March with an October start date if selected, and approval is not guaranteed. TN has no cap or lottery for Canadian citizens and can be obtained at a port of entry the same day. Mexican nationals apply at a U.S. consulate, which adds processing time but still avoids the lottery entirely.
Where can I find Chief of Staff jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. The platform surfaces Chief of Staff openings from employers who have indicated TN visa sponsorship availability, so you aren't spending time on roles where sponsorship is uncertain or where the hiring team has no experience with USMCA professional visas.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must prepare a detailed support letter confirming your job title, a description of Management Consultant-aligned duties, the minimum degree requirement for the role, your start date, and the terms of your employment. Canadian applicants present this letter at the port of entry alongside their degree credential. Mexican nationals submit it as part of the consulate application package.
Can I switch employers or get promoted while on TN status as a Chief of Staff?
Changing employers requires a new TN application before you begin work with the new company. A promotion or significant title change within the same employer may also require a new TN filing if your duties shift materially. Canadian citizens can handle this at the port of entry; Mexican nationals must schedule a new consulate appointment, so plan transitions with enough lead time to avoid gaps.
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