Product Line Management I- New College Grad- Bachelor's (Santa Clara, CA)

Who We Are Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology. What We Offer Salary: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 Location: Santa Clara,CA You’ll 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.  At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. 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 .  Contract Management Responsible for CSA (Contract Service Agreement) Field Support. Working with FSO to understand KPI gaps . Unscheduled down time events, PM metrics, etc. , to deliver service product development roadmap.   Provides guidance/input to the field on impacts of part/supplier changes.   Implementation of component roadmaps including part obsolescence, replacements, alternative vendors, and cost reduction   Implementation of cost reduction roadmap, through  repair /refurbishment solution development and implementation.   Install & Warranty (I&W) monitoring/analysis and drive improvement projects.   Attend meetings targeting service tool performance, I&W costs, parts/labor cost reduction plans, Continuous Improvement Projects, and service BKM.   Drive key initiatives and meet customer requirements to enable Wafer Fab Equipment and Services.   Field Productivity Improvement   Drives FSO efficiency improvements along with Field team   Identify target improvement areas and drive related programs for Field productivity improvement.   Drive Field Training and Certification programs on new Platforms and Complex upgrades.   Drive field technical capability development.   Capture Field Best Known Method ( BKMs) than enables value services.   Drive delivery of fast and effective resolutions on field issues with digital tools for service   Field escalation support and customer engagement   Coordinate with internal stakeholders to support strategic field requirements.   Support field escalation process with Field Service Organization, Global Product Support and Technical Support Engineering to support service agreements. Will address directly or work with TPS to address.   Coordinate with field experts as needed to support critical Service Agreement’s as per Field Service Organization request.   Responsible for field training and certification on AGS Service products, e.g., Troubleshooting, Digital tool dashboards.   Responsible for successful implementation of AGS Service products – e.g., SA parts forecasting, low-cost parts adoption, repair loop qualification and fan out   Responsible for tracking Service contract tool performance KPIs, e.g., Uptime, PM frequency, PM Green-to-green   Other Responsibilities With assistance will advance product change management (PCM) and control. This may include one or more fo the following: Unreleased product approval and control ECO (Engineering Change Order) approval Implementation of PCN (Part Change Notification), with Global Product Support Provides assistance and support to Engineering and the Business Unit about the field service impact of part/supplier changes. With mentorship will review the accuracy of customer shipped configurations and BOMs (Bill of Materials.) This may include one or more of the following: CaRM (Configuration accuracy Review Meeting) reviews BOM (Bill of Materials) accuracy NSR (Non Standard Request)  approval  Under supervision will support  common modules roadmap and implementation post Phase 5 of ePLC Will assist in the  implementation of component roadmaps including part obsolescence, replacements, alternative vendors and cost reduction Suuport Intercompany communication to align on product strategies, provide guidance on pricing, spare level contents, and restricted part orders. Will support the implementation of cost reduction roadmap Assists in the management of  strategic vendor issues Supports all changes to the product after product release whether driven by engineering, quality, safety, customer demands or supply obsolesce Functional Knowledge Demonstrates conceptual knowledge of theories, practices and procedures within a discipline  Business Expertise Applies general knowledge of business developed through education or past experience  Leadership No supervisory responsibilities; accountable for developing technical contribution Problem Solving Uses existing procedures to solve standard problems; analyzes information and standard practices to make judgments Impact Has limited impact on own work team; works within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines Interpersonal Skills Exchanges straightforward information, asks questions and checks for understanding Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please apply by November 30, 2026. Note: This position may close early based on application volume or candidate selection.  Additional Information Time Type: Full time Employee Type: New College Grad Travel: Yes, 20% of the Time Relocation Eligible: Yes The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors i