Business Manager III

About the role

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions that enable the production of advanced semiconductor and display chips. The Business Manager III will act as the interface between sales and business units, driving market share and delivering innovative product strategies for assigned accounts.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between sales teams and business units for multiple customers and regions.
• Execute division strategy to achieve targeted market‑share percentages for assigned accounts.
• Develop and submit product single‑page strategies and position division products according to customer specifications.
• Own purchase and configuration specification responses, managing RFQs and hardware/process specifications.
• Gather data, recommend pricing structures, and partner with sales to close orders.
• Qualify, schedule, and coordinate demos, site visits, and source inspections.
• Contribute to account and division financial targets, including book‑to‑bill commitments and forecasts.
• Program‑manage account initiatives, set evaluation tool milestones, and drive project execution.

Required profile

• Demonstrated conceptual and practical expertise in the business discipline with basic knowledge of related areas.
• Understanding of best practices, competitive landscape, and how the role integrates with other functions.
• Ability to act as a resource for less‑experienced colleagues and lead small, low‑risk projects.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, capable of analyzing multiple information sources to devise solutions.
• Impact on customer, operational, and project activities across teams while working within broad guidelines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to convey sensitive information and build consensus.

What we offer

• Competitive salary range of $115,000 – $158,500 per year.
• Location in Santa Clara, CA with a supportive, innovative work culture.
• Comprehensive benefits focused on health, wellbeing, and personal development.
• Eligibility for bonus and stock award programs.
• Equal opportunity employment and accommodations for accessibility needs.