Director, Non-Tech Proj/Prg Mgmt

Key Responsibilities 1. Ensures that specific project and program objectives are defined for areas of responsibility, and that necessary preliminary activities (e.g., determination of outcomes, milestones, viability studies, and resource planning, among others) are completed to allow for effectiveness and focus during later stages of completion. 2. Ensures that all projects and programs assigned are completed in accordance with predetermined requirements, with specific attention to product/process specifications, project/program costs, resource utilization, and timeliness for completion. 3. Ensures that all phases of project, program and/or process development are documented and that information required in other functional areas is reported, disseminated, or transferred, as appropriate. Ensures compliance with Company policies regarding Engineering/Lab notebooks, patents, confidentiality and safety. 4. Ensures that the utilization of all material and financial resources is carried out in an effective manner. 5. Effectively assigns work to subordinate staff, providing for professional development in addition to maximum productivity for the area. 6. Spearheads research and development of new technologies, as appropriate, and ensures that newly created processes, designs, and/or methodologies are incorporated into Applied Materials products/services, and/or disseminated to other areas as needed. Functional Knowledge * Demonstrates broad and comprehensive understanding of different systems, theories and practices Business Expertise * Applies broad industry and commercial awareness to drive financial and operational performance across business unit, department or sub-functions Leadership * Leads through subordinate managers of managers; executes segment/functional business plans and contributes to the development of segment/functional strategy Problem Solving * Directs the resolution of highly complex or unusual business problems applying advanced analytical thought and judgment Impact * Guided by segment/functional strategy, impacts results of a department, business unit or sub-function or facilitates the work done by other segments/functions by providing support to impact the business Interpersonal Skills * Negotiates and influences the opinions of others at the senior executive level and in external organizations; exercises sensitivity to the audience Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values. ## Qualifications ### Education: Bachelor's Degree ### Skills ### Certifications: ### Languages: ### Years of Experience: 10 - 15 Years ### Work Experience: ## Additional Information ### ### Shift: Day (China) ### ### Travel: Yes, 20% of the Time ### ### Relocation Eligible: Yes ### Referral Payment Plan: Employee Referral (Standard) Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.