MPM (Material Program Management)

Description:

Role Material Program Management
Internal Title Technical Project/ Program Management
External Title Sourcing Engineer / Sr. Engineer Project Management
Introduction Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce
virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. The MPM is responsible
for sourcing of newly designed products, setting up strategies for cost reduction,
supply continuity and sourcing decisions.

Candidate to have experience/background on Electrical or electronic or Mechanical components
Primary Responsibility 1. Responsible for initiating and managing RFQ, lead time, should cost (Cost
estimation) request assigned by internal stakeholders.
2. Able to utilize existing supplier matrix for quoting, negotiate and award
business to supplier.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define sourcing strategies/ plans for
NPI/ Pilot projects.
4. Responsible for Internal part qualification approvals for components identified
as critical parts.
5. Ability to understand multi-level BOM, read drawings, special process/
specifications and communicate with suppliers.
6. Identify make vs. buy opportunities and drive alignment/decision with key
stakeholders
7. Using software tools, perform regular cost roll-up and analyze cost
performance to drive corrective action as required to achieve product cost
target.
8. Ensure smooth product transition from NPI to volume manufacturing.
Qualification & Experience Bachelor s degree in Engineering (Preferably Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing,
or Industrial) with minimum of 5 years of experience into sourcing, program
management and supplier management.
Job Specific skills/Knowledge 1. Should have prior sourcing, negotiation, dual sourcing, and supplier
management experience.
2. Proficient with MS Office. Excel is a must
3. Knowledge of manufacturing methods & commodities as related to product
and cost structure.
4. Ability to read and interpret BOM s.
5. Must be self-starter and be able to operate independent of day-to-day
supervision.
6. Excellent people and presentation skills.
Other Skills (Good to have) 1. Knowledge of SAP MM Module.
2. Costing experience: needs to understand various cost models (E.g., Outsourced
assembly/ module), mark-up, margins etc.
3. Have worked with cross functional team on New product / Design change
projects.
4. Able to interpret drawings. Using 3D modelling and PLM software.
5. Have worked with global suppliers
Engineering Degree is a must