Global Product Planning Manager

Applied Materials
Santa Clara
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 96,000 - 132,000 annuallyFunction: Communications, PR & CommunityExperience: 8+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Analytical abilities","Critical thinking","Communication","Problem-solving","Leadership"]

Lead complex end-to-end parts and service parts demand planning across the product lifecycle, including NPI, transitions, ramps, and end-of-life. Own forecasting, inventory and ramp planning deliverables, and design planning methodologies, tools, data models, and visualizations to improve scalability. Partner across Operations, Service Business Units, Business Units, Engineering, and leadership to manage supply/demand risks, resolve exceptions, track performance, and drive continuous improvement.

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Applied Materials
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Global Product Planning Manager

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Job Summary

Lead complex end-to-end parts and service parts demand planning across the product lifecycle, including NPI, transitions, ramps, and end-of-life. Own forecasting, inventory and ramp planning deliverables, and design planning methodologies, tools, data models, and visualizations to improve scalability. Partner across Operations, Service Business Units, Business Units, Engineering, and leadership to manage supply/demand risks, resolve exceptions, track performance, and drive continuous improvement.
Location: Santa Clara
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Communications, PR & Community
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Oversee end-to-end service parts planning, including demand forecasting, inventory management, ramp planning, and transition planning across the product lifecycle.
  • •Design and implement planning methodologies and improve planning workflows, tools, data models, and visualizations to enable scalable operations.
  • •Partner with Operations, Service Business Units, Business Units, and Engineering to synchronize planning activities and influence outcomes using data-driven insights.
  • •Identify and evaluate risks across supply, demand, cost, and service performance; manage exceptions and provide recommendations to leadership.
  • •Track product performance, analyze data for improvement opportunities, lead funded projects, and mentor junior planners to drive continuous improvement.
Travel: Medium travel

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 96,000 - 132,000 annually
Equity and Bonus:Equity

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations, or Business (MBA considered an asset).
  • •8+ years of experience, including at least 6 years in inventory management, supply planning, material planning, or demand planning with KPI definition, measurement, and control.
  • •Semiconductor industry background, with experience in Service Parts, Warranty, or Service Planning preferred.
  • •Exceptional analytical ability with a proven track record developing data-driven solutions and alternatives.
  • •Proficiency with ERP/supply chain planning systems (e.g., SAP, SPP, Oracle) and strong communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Experience:8+ yearsSemiconductor
Education:Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations, or Business
Skills:Analytical abilitiesCritical thinkingCommunicationProblem-solvingLeadership
Certifications:Six Sigma Certification
Tech Stack:TableauPower BISQLSAPSPPOracleERP

Company Brief

Applied Materials
Provides semiconductor manufacturing equipment, services, and software used to build advanced chips and display technologies. Its tools support materials engineering, deposition, etching, inspection, and process control for major electronics manufacturers worldwide.
Industry: Industrial Machinery
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Santa Clara, United States
Founded: 1967
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