Applied Materials · 23 hours ago
Director Finance, Central Product Groups, SPG
Santa Clara,CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$180K/yr - $248K/yr
10+ years expApplied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. The Director of Finance for Central Product Groups is responsible for partnering with engineering and product development, driving financial planning and operational excellence for core engineering and several key initiatives.
ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductorSoftware
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary finance partner to business leaders (Core Engineering, IMS, AiX, DAE, Process Chemistry), supporting strategic decisions and resource allocation for multi-BU programs and central initiatives
Collaborate with BU CFOs, product managers, and technical leads to align financial objectives with business priorities and drive value creation across SPG
Lead cross-functional teams to develop business cases for new investments, and productivity initiatives, ensuring robust scenario modeling and risk assessment
Own the financial planning cycle for relevant BUs, including annual operating plans, long-range strategic plans, and quarterly forecasts
Develop and maintain advanced financial models to support scenario planning, portfolio optimization, and investment prioritization for central projects
Drive cost efficiency and value capture through rigorous KPI management, spend analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation
Champion professional development, breadth rotations, and career growth opportunities within the finance organization
Build strong relationships with technical and operational leaders
Navigate complex, ambiguous business environments, proactively identifying risks and opportunities
Lead transformation initiatives, including process standardization, digital finance projects, and ERP integrations impacting central groups
Support regional finance alignment and communications, ensuring transparency and effective allocation methodologies for cross-BU and central spend
Ensure compliance with corporate finance policies, SOX controls, and internal audit requirements for central product groups
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
10+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role supporting engineering, product development, or infrastructure in a global technology/manufacturing environment
Demonstrated experience as a finance business partner for technical and operational teams, with a track record of influencing senior leaders and driving business outcomes
Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills; expertise in scenario planning, investment analysis, and portfolio management
Proven ability to lead and develop teams, manage through ambiguity, and drive change in a matrixed, global organization
Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred
MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred
Experience with ERP systems, digital finance tools, and cross-regional finance operations is a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Participation in a bonus and a stock award program
Company
Applied Materials
Applied Materials is a semiconductor and display equipment company that offers materials engineering solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.1BKey Investors
Stonnington GroupUS Department of Energy
2025-02-24Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-06-27Post Ipo Equity· $0.38M
2022-10-19Grant· $100M
Leadership Team
Omkaram Nalamasu
Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
Tony Chiang, Ph.D
VP, CTO Applied AI
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