Director (M6), Product Operations Head - Spares SBU

Who We AreApplied 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. What We OfferSalary:$200,000.00 - $275,000.00Location:Home / Mobile,AZ-001, Home / Mobile,CA-001, Home / Mobile,VT-001, Santa Clara,CAYou’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. 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Role SummaryDirector-level leadership role responsible for supporting product strategy, governance, and performance of FPM, Repair, and On-Demand.Drives transition to a scalable, product-centric operating model enabling quarterly revenue and margin expansion.Serves as single point of accountability for product performance across the Spares SBU.Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Strategy & Portfolio Ownership Support the integrated product strategy across FPM, Repair, and On-Demand.Define multi-year roadmap aligned to growth, margin, and cost objectives.Support next-generation offerings and innovation.Product Performance & Value CaptureSupport revenue growth, margin expansion, and value leakage reduction.Establish product KPIs and executive reporting.Work within the organization to retain/regain Spares business and support key account strategies.Product Governance & Operating ModelImplement product-centric operating model and governance frameworks.Ensure execution discipline across organization.Cross-Functional LeadershipHelp to align Sales, BD, Marketing, and Operations on key KPIs.Drive integration across planning, logistics, pricing, and fulfillment.Customer & Market ImpactEnhance customer trust and service outcomes.Drive adoption of FPM, Repair, and On-Demand offerings.Team Leadership & Organizational DevelopmentLead global team of PLMs and PMs.Build organizational capability and scalability.Drive talent and culture transformation.QualificationsRequired12+ years in product management, supply chain, or semiconductor services.Proven P&L and portfolio management experience.Strong cross-functional leadership capabilities.PreferredExperience with FPM, Repair, or service models.Tier 1 customer exposure (TSMC, Samsung, Intel).MBA or advanced technical degree.Success MetricsRevenue growth and market share expansion.Margin improvement and value leakage reduction.Adoption of product operating model.Execution velocity improvement.Customer trust and penetration.Reporting StructureReports to Spares SBU Head.Leads PLM teams across FPM, Repair, and On-Demand.Key interfaces with Growth, Operations, and HW SBUs.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.Additional InformationTime Type:Full timeEmployee Type:Assignee / RegularTravel:Yes, 25% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:NoThe salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at View email address on click.appcast.io, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at View phone number on click.appcast.io, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.SummaryLocation: Santa Clara,CA; Home / Mobile,AZ-001; Home / Mobile,VT-001; Home / Mobile,CA-001Type: Full time