Sourcing Specialist - IT

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.

About the role

The Sourcing Specialist is an experienced individual contributor responsible for executing low to moderately complex sourcing projects end-to-end with minimal supervision. This role specializes in Information Technology (IT) sourcing, covering software, hardware, cloud, and infrastructure categories aligned to the procurement taxonomy. The role supports RFx execution, supplier evaluation, stakeholder engagement, and value delivery while ensuring compliance, documentation rigor, and audit readiness.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that specific project and program objectives are defined for areas of responsibility, including determination of outcomes, milestones, viability studies, and resource planning.
• Ensures that all projects and programs assigned are completed in accordance with predetermined requirements, with attention to product/process specifications, costs, resource utilization, and timeliness.
• Ensures all phases of project, program, and/or process development are documented and information is reported, disseminated, or transferred as appropriate.
• Ensures compliance with company policies regarding Engineering/Lab notebooks, patents, confidentiality, and safety.
• Ensures effective utilization of material and financial resources.
• Collaborates with other staff to maximize productivity for the project/program.
• End-to-End Sourcing Execution: Execute low to moderately complex sourcing projects from intake to award with minimal supervision; prepare RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs; manage supplier communication and timelines; analyze bids and develop structured evaluation summaries.
• Analysis & Negotiation Support: Perform cost and scenario analysis to support commercial negotiations; support negotiation of pricing and commercial terms within delegated authority.
• Stakeholder & Supplier Management: Act as primary point of contact for stakeholders during sourcing events; manage supplier interactions across RFx lifecycle and contracting process.
• Governance, Compliance & Documentation: Ensure sourcing events are audit-ready with complete documentation and approvals; maintain compliance with procurement policies, risk, and governance standards.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with Legal, Finance, and Procurement Operations to enable contract execution and supplier onboarding; support seamless post-award handoffs including PO creation and onboarding.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement improvements in sourcing execution, templates, and processes; share best practices and support capability building within the SCoE.

Category Scope (IT Sourcing Alignment)

Primary sourcing focus includes IT procurement categories such as:

• Software (SaaS, enterprise applications, licenses)
• Hardware (end-user devices, servers, storage)
• Cloud & Infrastructure (IaaS, PaaS, hosting, data centers)
• IT Services (implementation, support, managed services)

Pay

Salary: $88,000.00 - $121,000.00. The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.

Schedule

• Time Type: Full time
• Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
• Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Benefits

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Programs and support include:

• Personal and professional growth opportunities
• Health and wellbeing support for employees and their families