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Primary Planner

Applied Materials
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About this role
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 worlds technology.
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Title: Primary Planner
Grade : E2/ E2S
Job Description:
The Primary Planner is responsible for end-to-end planning and coordination of materials, production schedules, and supply chain activities to support customer demand and business objectives within the Varian Semiconductor Business Unit. This role serves as the focal point for planning activities, ensuring material availability, production readiness, inventory optimization, and on-time delivery of products while collaborating with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, and Program Management.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and execute production and material plans to meet customer demand and business commitments.
- Analyze demand forecasts and translate requirements into actionable production schedules.
- Ensure material availability through effective coordination with Procurement, Sourcing, and Suppliers.
- Monitor and manage inventory levels to balance customer service, inventory investment, and operational efficiency.
- Lead planning activities for New Product Introduction (NPI), Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), and product transitions.
- Identify supply chain risks, material shortages, and capacity constraints and develop mitigation plans.
- Coordinate with Manufacturing to support production schedules and ensure on-time order fulfillment.
- Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, inventory turns, backlog, and schedule adherence.
- Support Sales and Operations Planning (SOP) processes through demand and supply analysis.
- Maintain planning data integrity within ERP/MRP systems.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning efficiency, inventory performance, and supply chain execution.
- Collaborate with global stakeholders to ensure alignment of supply and demand across business operations.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in production planning, material planning, supply chain management, or manufacturing operations.
- Experience working in a high-tech manufacturing environment, preferably semiconductor capital equipment.
- Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and supply chain planning processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- APICS CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent certification.
- Experience supporting semiconductor equipment manufacturing or complex engineered products.
- Knowledge of inventory optimization, demand planning, and capacity planning methodologies.
- Experience managing product lifecycle changes and ECO implementation.
Key Competencies
- Supply Chain Planning
- Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
- Inventory Management
- Demand and Capacity Planning
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Risk Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Communication and Stakeholder Management
- Project Coordination
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Eligible:
YesApplied 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.
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Skills
Customer Serviceforecastsengineering change ordersEquipment Manufacturingdemand planningerp systemsinventory optimizationManufacturing OperationsERPInventory ManagementManufacturingdata analysisBusiness OperationsArtificial Intelligence
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About Applied Materials

Applied Materials
Semiconductors
3.5k+
employees
2002
24 years old
Santa Clara, California
United States (USA)
About
Applied Materials, Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions for the semiconductor, flat panel display, and solar photovoltaic industries.
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SemiconductorsManufacturingEngineering & Construction
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