Bus Unit Ops

About the role

Applied Materials is seeking a Business Unit Operations professional to partner with product line and division leadership in Austin, TX. The role focuses on cross‑functional program execution, financial performance, and continuous improvement of operational processes supporting semiconductor and advanced display equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with product line or division management on cross‑functional execution of programs to meet and exceed financial goals.
• Coordinate portfolio prioritization and budget alignment, ensuring OPEX spending matches project plans.
• Create and improve business processes, driving cost‑of‑goods‑sold (COGS) reduction to achieve gross‑margin targets.
• Lead division‑level business continuity planning, crisis management, and safety compliance, including lab safety practices.
• Support and complete all enhanced product lifecycle (ePLC) operational deliverables.

Required profile

• Demonstrates depth or breadth of expertise in a specialized discipline.
• Interprets internal and external business challenges and recommends best practices.
• May lead functional teams or projects with moderate complexity.
• Leads others to solve complex problems using sophisticated analytical thinking.
• Impacts achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives.
• Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates to adopt alternative viewpoints.

What we offer

• Salary range $116,000 – $159,500 per year.
• Supportive work culture with opportunities for learning, development, and career growth.
• Comprehensive benefits program focused on health, wellbeing, and work‑life balance.
• Travel up to 25 % of the time and relocation assistance.