Applied Materials is an innovation-driven company. Our ability to identify emerging technologies that can complement and leverage Applied’s materials engineering expertise is critical to the company’s continued growth. To accelerate our growth programs, Applied Materials fosters a vibrant innovation network of academics, researchers, government organizations, commercial partners and entrepreneurs in the ecosystems we operate in. Singapore is a key ecosystem for Applied Materials. Refer to the link for more information. https://www.appliedmaterials.com/company/collaboration
Applied's Joint Lab for Applied Process Equipment Accelerator (APEX) aims to develop materials and components for semiconductor equipment, as well as new processes that maximize resource efficiency and minimize material waste in manufacturing. These innovations are targeted for Industry of Things (IoT), Communications, Automotive, Power and Sensors (ICAPS) markets, which are strategic growth areas for Applied Materials. The joint lab will also enable small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Singapore to support development of these solutions.
As a Program Manager, you will support APEX Strategy and Operations leadership and partner with the South East Asia Regional Office in Singapore to identify new growth opportunities in supplier development, build and manage partnerships with research performers and execute on key initiatives to realize this growth.
Key Responsibilities
- 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
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
