# Strategic Sourcing Manager u2013 Capital Projects u0026 Facilitiesnn## Role SummarynnThe Strategic Sourcing Manager u2013 Capital Projects u0026 Facilities is an individualu2011contributor role responsible for executing sourcing activities, supporting category management, and managing supplier performance for capitalu2011projectu2013related scopes. This includes construction, facilities upgrades, clean rooms, labs, MEP/utilities, and toolu2011installu2013enabling work.nnThe role ensures disciplined sourcing execution, commercial rigor, and alignment with project schedules across multiple sites. As a B4 IC role positioned in the lower third of the band, it provides clear development runway into broader category ownership and advanced strategic responsibility.nn## General Dutiesnn * Execute sourcing and commercial activities for Capital Projects and Facilities categories in alignment with Applied Materialsu2019 procurement processes.n * Develop RFx packages, run competitive events, manage supplier communications, and perform bid leveling.n * Support capitalu2011project teams with cost analysis, sourcing schedules, supplier qualification, and contract documentation.n * Maintain contract files, pricing records, supplier documentation, and auditu2011ready sourcing files.n * Track supplier performance metrics (cost, schedule adherence, quality, safety) and support correctiveu2011action plans.n * Prepare dashboards, spend analyses, and sourcing reports for category leaders and stakeholders.n * Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policy, internal controls, and commercial governance standards.nnnn## Category Strategy Supportnn * Contribute to multiu2011year strategies across construction, MEP/utilities, clean room, lab, and other capitalu2011projectu2011related categories.n * Conduct supplier, market, and cost research to inform category strategies and sourcing levers.n * Track market intelligence, including labor availability, commodity pricing, contractor capacity,



and regional constraints.n * Support segmentation and supplieru2011positioning analyses.nnnn## Supplier Portfolio u0026 Performance Managementnn * Support supplier qualification, capability assessments, and ongoing documentation.n * Maintain scorecards, monitor KPIs, track performance trends, and escalate concerns as needed.n * Assist with longu2011term commercial frameworks, rateu2011card structures, and serviceu2011level models.nnnn## Sourcing u0026 Contracting Executionnn * Develop RFQs/RFPs, SOWs, commercial evaluation criteria, and bid packages.n * Lead bid events, analyze cost breakdowns, and prepare award recommendations with clear commercial rationale.n * Support contract creation and updatesu2014including change orders, milestone structures, and commercial terms.n * Coordinate with Legal, Project Controls, and site teams to ensure contract alignment and risk mitigation.nnnn## Value Delivery u0026 Financial Analysisnn * Deliver savings, costu2011avoidance, and competitive results through negotiation and strategic sourcing.n * Maintain cost models, benchmarking data, and supplieru2011productivity trackers.n * Analyze project budgets, cost drivers, and forecast impacts in partnership with Finance.n * Identify opportunities for value engineering (VE/VA) and commercial optimization.nnnn## Project u0026 Operational Supportnn * Engage early with Capital Projects PMs to align sourcing plans with project schedules and design milestones.n * Support bid timelines, contracting sequences, and supplier readiness for key construction and toolu2011install activities.n * Track projectu2011specific procurement risks and escalate with supporting analysis.n * Participate in design reviews, planning sessions, and crossu2011functional coordination meetings.nnnn## Governance,



Compliance u0026 Standardizationnn * Enforce consistent sourcing, contracting, and documentation standards across sites and project teams.n * Maintain templates, approval checklists, supplier documentation, and sourcing records.n * Support harmonization of capitalu2011project sourcing processes under a unified u201cOne Appliedu201d operating model.nnnn## Crossu2011Functional Collaborationnn * Partner closely with Capital Projects, Facilities, Engineering, Corporate Real Estate, Factory Operations, EHu0026S, and Finance.n * Provide sourcing guidance to project managers, engineers, and site leaders.n * Represent sourcing in crossu2011functional reviews, kickoff meetings, and project alignment discussions.nnnn## Required Qualificationsnn * 7+ years of sourcing or procurement experience, ideally within capital projects, construction, facilities, engineering services, or related technical categories.n * Strong proficiency in RFx execution, bid analysis, commercial negotiation, and contract administration.n * Experience supporting category strategies or supplier segmentation.n * Solid understanding of cost drivers in construction and technical services.n * Ability to manage multiple sourcing events across overlapping schedules and sites.n * Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholderu2011management skills.nnnn## Qualificationsnn### Education:nnBacheloru0027s Degreenn### Skillsnn### Certifications:nn### Languages:nn### Years of Experience:nn7 - 10 Yearsnn### Work Experience:nn## Additional Informationnn### nn### Shift:nnDay (India)nn### nn### Travel:nnYes, 20% of the Timenn### nn### Relocation Eligible:nnYesnn### Referral Payment Plan:nnNonennApplied Materials is an Equal Chance Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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. n

📌 Strategic Sourcing Manager Capital Projects & Facilities (Bengaluru)
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📍 Bengaluru