Director - Chief of Staff to President - Strategy - Applied Materials

Who We Are:

Applied Materials is a 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 push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

As a Head of Strategy and Chief of Staff to President, Applied Materials India, you will play a crucial role in steering the company's growth, development, and attainment of strategic goals. Applied Materials is poised to make significant strides in growing our capability and business presence in India as the semiconductor ecosystem evolves. We are looking for a high potential strategy leader who can partner closely with the President and senior leadership team to develop and execute our plans.

Your role will be pivotal in shaping our multiyear journey to transform new product development and commercial growth to support our business interests locally, regionally and globally, while also helping to build a robust semiconductor ecosystem in India. Demonstrated success in this role will position you to take up senior leadership roles within the business as the Company grows.

Key Responsibilities:

- Be a thought partner on strategy formulation and support local and corporate strategic initiatives.

- Partner with local and global BU leaders to execute strategy.

- Conduct research and analysis, identify opportunities and threats, evaluate options and trade- offs, and develop strategic frameworks and models.

- Drive and oversee the progress of multiple strategic programs.

- Support the preparation of strategic business cases and position Applied Materials' internal and external ecosystem.

- Build and nurture strong advisory relationships with key external and internal senior stakeholders, including influencing executives.

- Define problems and strategic solutions - scope, analyze, prepare, and present strategy checks.

- Analyze competitive dynamics, identify potential opportunities, and develop effective strategies

- Effectively translate strategic requirements into operational frameworks that can be deployed via the business and functional teams.

- Lead engagements with technology and business partners as needed to execute strategic agenda.

- Opportunity for visibility with senior global leadership and possible travel to the US and Asia as needed to drive business Minimum 4+ years' tenure in a recognized strategy consulting business with an engineering background. Prior experience in engineering role in product oriented company will be preferred.

- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of strategic problem- solving frameworks and project management skills.

- Work experience in Electronics or Hardware engineering company.

- Ability to liaise with stakeholders and influence people from diverse backgrounds.

- Experience in applying strategic frameworks and tools for analyzing strategic problems and developing strategies.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to establish credibility and strong relationships with senior stakeholder..

- Impressive performance across a broad range of strategic engagements.

- Strong academic record, MBA Degree qualified, and bachelor's degree in engineering from - premier institutes will be given preference.

Why Join Us?

Exciting Opportunities: Be a part of groundbreaking projects that challenge and inspire you.

Collaborative Culture: Work alongside talented professionals who are passionate about what they do.

Growth and Development: We invest in your career growth and provide ample opportunities for advancement.

Positive Impact: Make a difference and contribute to our mission of shaping the future of technology.

Applied Materials is committed to diversity in its workforce, including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: Yes