Part Transition and Repair Project Planner

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:

$88,000.00 - $121,000.00

Location:

Austin,TX

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. 

Key Responsibilities

Project & Program Management

• Define clear project and program objectives, including scope, outcomes, milestones, and success criteria.
• Drive completion of preliminary activities such as feasibility/viability studies to ensure strong execution in later phases.
• Ensure all assigned projects are delivered in alignment with product/process specifications, budget targets, resource plans, and timelines.

Execution & Performance Management

• Monitor and control project cost, schedule, and resource utilization to meet predetermined goals.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project momentum and ensure timely completion.
• Optimize material and financial resource utilization to maximize efficiency and ROI.

Documentation & Compliance

• Ensure all phases of project, program, and process development are properly documented.
• Facilitate cross-functional communication by reporting, disseminating, and transferring critical information as needed.
• Maintain compliance with company policies on engineering documentation, lab notebooks, intellectual property, confidentiality, and safety standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work effectively with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity and drive program success.
• Align stakeholders across engineering, operations, supply chain, and service teams to meet project objectives.

Inventory & Service Parts Planning

• Drive service parts availability to support installed base performance and customer uptime requirements.
• Balance inventory levels to meet service-level targets while minimizing excess, aging, and obsolescence.
• Collaborate with supply chain and service teams to ensure efficient planning, forecasting, and replenishment strategies.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

•  Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% 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.