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Strategy Planning Manager

Applied Materials
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Strategic Planning and Program Portfolio Manager, JOLT Strategy & PMO (Santa Clara, CA)

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s

 

About JOLT (Joint Operations Leadership Team):

JOLT is a cross-functional organization responsible for shaping operational strategy, aligning enterprise-level priorities, and driving strategic initiatives that improve operational excellence and strengthen customer trust. It serves as a hub function for the company’s operations and business units to: 

  • Develop mid / long-term operational goals & strategies to improve supply and manufactory capacity, agility and resiliency 
  • Support communication across various organizations / levels to drive company’s needle-moving programs in operations
  • Quickly prototype software-based pilot solutions to digitally transform existing business processes 
  • Provide insights through data analytics to monitor and improve operational efficiency 

 

JOLT strategy & PMO team works directly with JOLT executives to shape the overall 5-year strategy in annual strategic planning process, define annual operational plan (AOP), and track execution performance through quarterly business reviews (QBRs), leadership review forums, and strategic program portfolio management.  

 

What You'll Do

 

Role Responsibilities:

  • Manage JOLT annual strategic planning process, quarterly business reviews (QBR) and internal senior leaders’ forums.
  • Develop and own strategic program trackers, scorecards, and dashboard to provide performance visibility.
  • Develop and deploy AI-enabled PMO tools and workflows that deliver executive insights, improve decision-making, enhance productivity, and accelerate execution.
  • Identify functional connections, opportunities, and initiatives by partnering with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, BU operations, AGS operations, and Global Quality organization.
  • Organize and coordinate JOLT executive reviews, governance forums, ensuring clear action tracking and accountability.
  • Conduct strategic analysis and research on semiconductor industry, emerging technology/business, industry trends to inform executive decision-making.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or related field
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong self-motivation and problem-solving ability.
  • Comfortable with ambiguity in a complex, fast-paced environment.
  • Advanced AI fluency.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • In-depth knowledge of supply chain, manufacturing, and business operations in semiconductor industry.
  • Program management experience.
  • Experience in business strategy, operations, and analytics.

What to Expect:

  • A dynamic, fast-paced environment with opportunities to learn from senior leaders.
  • Mentorship and training to develop your skills in strategy, operations, and program management.
  • Occasional travel may be required.