Senior Director of Finance - SPG M&A, Business Development & Strategy

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA • 2h ago

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips - the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world - like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Salary:

$184,000.00 - $253,000.00

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 (https://hrportal.ehr.com/applied/) .

The Senior Director of Finance will serve as the embedded strategic finance leader within SPG (Semiconductor Products Group) Finance, acting as a trusted advisor to the business leaders. This role is responsible for financial modeling, valuation, and structuring of business development initiatives, partnerships, and M&A transactions. The role also plays a critical part in portfolio prioritization, capital allocation, and strategic decision-making, ensuring investments are evaluated through both financial and strategic lenses. This role reports to VP SPG Finance.

Semiconductor Products Group (SPG) develops industry-leading equipment and technologies used to manufacture advanced semiconductor chips, enabling breakthroughs in AI, high-performance computing, memory, and IoT.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & M&A Leadership

Serve as the primary finance partner to business leadership for business development, partnerships, M&A and other strategic activities.

Lead financial modeling, valuation, and scenario analysis for BU-sponsored transactions.

Partner with Corporate Development, Strategy, and other functional leaders to structure transactions aligned with BU strategy.

Support financial due diligence and integration planning with a focus on value realization and execution risk.

Strategic & Financial Decision Support

Provide ongoing strategic finance support to BU leadership on growth and investment decisions

Evaluate strategic initiatives using both financial metrics (NPV, ROI, cash flow) and strategic criteria.

Provide ad-hoc finance support for various SPG wide initiatives

Develop executive-level analyses and recommendations for GM and senior leadership discussions.

Executive & External Engagement

Act as a trusted finance advisor to BU General Manager and senior executives.

Present complex financial and strategic analyses with clarity and executive presence.

Engage directly with external partners, acquisition targets, and advisors.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field; MBA strongly preferred.

12+ years of progressive finance experience including strategic finance, M&A, or corporate development.

Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills; expertise in scenario planning, investment analysis, and portfolio management.

Proven ability to influence senior executives in a matrixed environment.

Strong understanding of portfolio management and capital allocation frameworks.

Leadership Attributes

Strategic mindset with strong business and financial judgment.

Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous and fast-moving environments.

Executive presence, credibility, and strong communication skills.

Collaborative, results-oriented leadership style.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. 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.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied 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.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site (https://www.appliedmaterials.com/us/en/careers.html) accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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