Regional Category Manager - Lab Operations & CapEx Construction (APAC)
Core
Lead regional category execution, strategic sourcing, and supplier management for Lab Operations, CapEx Construction, and Infrastructure across Applied Materials' APAC footprint.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management)
Builds
Semiconductor R&D laboratories, cleanroom facilities, tool installations, and critical infrastructure projects.
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing equipment and facility construction
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, commercial negotiation, supplier relationship management, contract execution, should-cost modeling, risk management, stakeholder influence, market intelligence
Preferred skills
Cleanroom construction knowledge, semiconductor tool installation expertise, design-build contracting experience
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Translate global category strategies into regional execution plans; lead sourcing for construction and lab equipment; manage strategic supplier relationships; drive commercial alignment across contracting structures; monitor supplier performance and risks; present sourcing outcomes to leadership.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC