WHO WE ARE

Applied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong analytical skills and effective problem solvers, with ability to navigate ambiguity
• Excellent communicator, with the ability to manage and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Strong sense of ownership and ability to work across different functions and BUs
• High learning agility to quickly understand the value drivers in numerous science and technology fields
• Someone who is excited by the possibilities of how technology can play a role in improving our lives, and is interested to accelerate and translate technology innovations to business through partnerships

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor in any Engineering or Science related discipline with min 4 years of relevant experience
• Experiences in public-private partnership, strategic operations, project management and talent engagement
• Experienced in structuring and negotiating partnership deals; Familiarity with legal contracts e.g. NDAs, research collaboration agreements, MOUs
• Good knowledge of the high technology or semiconductor industry (good-to-have)
• Experiences working across time zones in multi-functional global teams

• Drive strategic programs to establish plans, milestones and priorities and ensure regular communications / updates to stakeholders. Anticipate risks and roadblocks, manage program prioritization, timelines, and balance business needs versus technical / operational constraints.
• Support management to identify key requirements, develop & implement strategic growth agendas including a strong focus on talent, and productivity, and suppliers
• Structure and execute analyses to develop recommendations and drive execution / implementation in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of partner activities with overall business operations.
• Originate, negotiate and execute ecosystem partnerships in Singapore and the region to accelerate new business opportunities from inception to execution.
• Build and maintain relationships with key ecosystem stakeholders (government agencies, public research entities, universities, tech startup ecosystem) to ensure Applied Materials is strategically positioned