**Who We Are** Applied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future. **What We Offer** Location: Bangalore,IND At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits (https://hrportal.ehr.com/applied/) . You’ll also 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. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more about careers at Applied. **Job Description** **Primary Responsibility** Manage Outline Agreement(OA) Contract maintenance including Ariba Quote for contract process implementation, OA line deactivation, OA administration work, Manage Quota Dual Source request and etc. to serve Global Supply Chain spend on contract target and Advanced Purchasing program (Internal ) expansion. Responsible for handling Contract price execution request through online tool requested by internal stakeholders. Able to utilize existing tools, data source to Perform candidate analysis, get alignment with requestors and key stakeholders. Follow Ariba quote for Contract process to publish quotation with suppliers, push for results, analyze quotation, do negotiation, gain SAM approval for awarded scenario and follow till outline agreement integrated in system Collaboration with stakeholders and do needful negotiation with suppliers Handle OA line deactivation request through online tool, follow up and collaborate with requestor and SAM to meet cycle time requirements and maintain system changes. Handle Quota Dual Source request through online tool, maintain system changes, drive online platform enhancement and process optimization Support Internal Program Expansion, including onboarding eligible parts to Internal program, taking risk parts off program, handling supplier liability claim and liability PO management, managing type switch like PACE consigned to non-consigned/DASH, maintaining attribute accuracy, adjusting PACE Min-Max level, DASH buffer stock level, implementing conversion, Inventory Pull and etc. Support Internal Program Expansion + Candidate Analysis, scrub, internal review with BU materials, SAM, Purchasing team + Amendment request creation, negotiation with supplier + Amendment signature, document upload in Ariba workspace PACE/DASH Removal, Resource, Transfer + Analysis of risk parts and initiate removal suggestion + Handle special removal/resource request + Identify PACE Resource opportunity, align and implement change + Manage Liability claim request **Qualification & Experience** Bachelor’s degree with minimum of 5 years of Supply Chain experience on sourcing, purchasing, analytics, project/program management and supplier management. **Job Specific skills/Knowledge (Mandatory)** + Have prior **sourcing, purchasing, negotiation, dual sourcing, and supplier management** experience + Proficient with MS Office. **Excel** is a must + Must be self-starter and be able to operate independent of day-to-day supervision. + Ability to work with cross functional team Logical and careful, Good at Data Analysis Problem solving skills - analyzes possible solutions and can solve problems in straightforward situations + Excellent people and presentation skills Excellent communication and negotiation skills **Other Skills (Good to have)** Knowledge of **SAP** **Costing experience** : needs to understand various cost models (E.g., Outsourced assembly/ module), mark-up, margins etc. Have worked with **cross functional team** on projects. Able to interpret drawings. Have worked with **global suppliers** . **Additional Information** **Time Type:** Full time **Employee Type:** Assignee / Regular **Travel:** No **Relocation Eligible:** Yes 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.