Strategic Sourcing Manager (m/f/d) - EMEA Capex and Infrastructure

Applied Materials

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.

Role Summary

The Strategic Sourcing Manager (B4) is a senior individual contributor within Global Sourcing & Procurement, responsible for the end‑to‑end execution of complex sourcing initiatives aligned to approved global category strategies. The focus is Facilities and Capital Infrastructure (CAPEX) supporting Applied Materials’ manufacturing, R&D, and corporate facilities across Germany and the broader EMEA region.

Role at a Glance

• Job Title: Strategic Sourcing Manager
• Level: B4
• Function: Global Sourcing & Procurement – Global Category & Sourcing
• Role Type: Senior Individual Contributor (no direct reports)
• Primary Focus: Facilities and Capital Infrastructure sourcing (CAPEX with selective OPEX scope)
• Operating Model: Category defines strategic direction; Sourcing executes the commercial delivery

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing Execution & Commercial Discipline

• Execute complex sourcing initiatives based on business criticality, technical complexity, and risk exposure.
• Lead RFx processes, commercial negotiations, and supplier selections in alignment with approved strategies.
• Apply appropriate sourcing levers: competition design, negotiation strategy, contracting approach, and commercial structuring within defined guardrails.
• Develop robust award recommendations supported by financial analysis, risk assessment, and technical alignment.

Portfolio & Execution Management

• Manage a defined portfolio of sourcing projects aligned to category wave plans and regional demand signals.
• Prioritize execution activities based on delivery risk, market conditions, and stakeholder urgency while maintaining predictable outcomes.
• Provide transparent and factual reporting on status, risks, and value delivery to leadership and key stakeholders.

Category Partnership & Market Intelligence

• Work closely with the Global Category Manager to operationalize strategies into executable sourcing events.
• Provide structured feedback on supplier performance, market dynamics, and execution lessons to inform strategy refinement.
• Support standardization of sourcing approaches, supplier models, and buying channels across regions.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure all sourcing activities comply with governance frameworks, internal controls, and audit standards.
• Integrate supplier risk considerations, including continuity of supply, financial stability, compliance, and third‑party risk management into decisions.
• Coordinate with Contracting CoE, Legal, Risk, Finance, Tax, and Internal Controls throughout the lifecycle.

Stakeholder & Cross‑Functional Engagement

• Act as the commercial lead, partnering with Facilities, Engineering, Construction, Operations, and Finance stakeholders.
• Provide clear, structured, fact‑based recommendations to enable timely business decisions.
• Operate confidently in a global, matrixed environment, influencing outcomes without formal authority.

Professional Profile

• Functional Expertise : Strong background in strategic sourcing, RFx execution, negotiations, supplier evaluation, and contract award processes, ideally within Facilities, Construction, or Capital Infrastructure.
• Business & Technical Acumen : Ability to translate engineering, construction, and Facilities requirements into effective commercial strategies.
• Execution Leadership (IC Role) : Reliable execution partner who delivers outcomes through discipline, credibility, and structured problem solving.
• Problem Solving & Judgment : Analytical thinking and sound commercial judgment to resolve complex sourcing, supplier, and risk‑related challenges.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or related discipline.
• 7–10 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or commercial roles within complex, technical environments.
• Proven experience supporting CAPEX sourcing across design, engineering, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Exposure to Facilities OPEX categories is strongly preferred.
• Experience working within global organizations with strong governance and compliance expectations.

Language Requirements

Fluent in German and English (written and spoken) is mandatory.

Additional Information

• Time Type: Full time
• Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
• Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Eligible: No

Salary and Compensation

Salary: €84,800.00 – €116,600.00 (Germany)

The offered salary will be based on location, hire grade, job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Candidates may also be eligible for bonus and stock award programs, as applicable.

Benefits

Applied Materials offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports personal and professional growth, health and wellbeing, and work‑life balance.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.