Production Control Scheduler

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: $78,000.00 - $107,500.00 Location: Austin,TX 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 . What You’ll Do Planner III supports planning, forecasting, and analysis of service parts and product-related requirements to ensure material availability in the right location, in the right quantities, and at the right time. You will operate within a defined planning scope, applying your foundational planning expertise while executing standard planning processes This role requires a quick learner with a genuine desire to improve, an eagerness to expand their capabilities, and a strong analytical curiosity and critical thinking. As part of the team, you will deliver reliable planning outcomes while thriving in a product lifecycle-based planning organization that values growth, initiative, and a passion for learning. Roles & Responsibilities: Planning Execution: Support demand forecasting, inventory planning, and material planning activities within assigned product or lifecycle scope. Execute planning activities using enterprise planning systems to align supply and demand. Support planning deliverables related to NPI readiness, ECO planning, sustaining operations, and transitions. Analysis & Problem Solving: Perform part shortage analysis, root cause analysis, and basic scenario evaluation. Identify risks related to material availability, service levels, or transitions and escalate with supporting data. Support corrective action implementation under established processes and guidance. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Product, Business Units, Service Business Units, Operations, Logistics, and Regional Planning partners to resolve planning issues. Act as a planning point-of-contact within defined scope, communicating status and risks clearly and professionally. Process & System Discipline: Maintain accuracy of planning data and support adherence to standard planning processes. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to planning tools, processes, and data quality. Learning & Development: Build understanding of product lifecycle planning concepts and Applied Materials business drivers. Develop planning judgment by understanding downstream impacts of planning decisions. Progress from executing defined plans to identifying risk and proposing improvements. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university; emphasis in Supply Chain or Engineering, Industrial Engineering preferred. 3-7 years of inventory management, supply planning, or demand planning experience (including KPI management). Semiconductor background strongly preferred, especially in Parts, Warranty, or Service. Proficient with ERP/supply chain systems (Oracle, SAP, SPP, or similar). Self-motivated, accountable, strong project management and innovation skills. Excellent analytical ability; pr…

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