302 Project Managers jobs in Bangalore

Microsoft Industry Solutions Delivery (ISD) is a global organization hosting over 6,000 strategic sellers, industry and security experts, elite engineers, world-class data scientists and architects, consultants, and delivery specialists. Together with our partners, we help Microsoft's most strategic customers worldwide to address their specific challenges and provide comprehensive and industry-specific solutions that meet their unique needs. ISD is at the forefront of innovation, driving value across the entirety of the customers' digital and AI transformation journey through repeatable and customized cutting-edge solutions through strategic engagements with customers across the globe powered by Microsoft Cloud and AI.
**Responsibilities**
**Account Delivery Management**
+ Drives and maintains obligations to customer across the delivery lifecycle including envisioning, solution development, delivery planning, cloud consumption and usage, delivery management. Leads or participates in steering committee meetings with strategic customers to discuss progress toward delivery success.
+ Contributes to consumption activities, through others (e.g., Customer Success resources), for customers by identifying blockers to consumption goals and enabling customers, through internal teams, to get the full value of their purchases. Holds accountability for project delivery forecast.
+ Collaborates with Sales to support contract setup, signature, compliance, and execution from deal approvals to invoicing and closure. Manages areas of fiscal responsibility within project portfolio, staying within budget while driving engagement profitability and risk management.
+ Supports relationships with key stakeholders in the customer portfolio to ensure service delivery is on track and issues are being anticipated, identified, and managed. Communicates current view of delivery to customer stakeholders, as appropriate.
**Intellectual Property (IP)**
+ Researches and proactively shares intellectual property (IP) and provides recommendations for improvement including submitting new IP. Holds others accountable for reusing appropriate IP and collective knowledge by enforcing use of processes and artifacts with team members.
**Relationship Development**
+ Engages with customer stakeholders to develop partnerships, leveraging broad technical expertise. Manages escalations or ensures resolution of escalations with customer stakeholders through tailored corrective action (e.g., education) and overcomes ambiguous situations as needed. Learns to leverage project sponsors and internal network to influence stakeholders and resolve situations.
+ Drives customer satisfaction by engaging with customers stakeholders in a positive manner, reviewing and analyzing customer feedback, and leveraging trusted relationships with key internal resources to act as the voice of the customer. Manages expectations with political sensitivity by leading Success Expectation discussions with customer, and documenting, executing, and monitoring through customer and partner experience (CPE).
+ Adheres to project compliance standards (e.g., confidentiality, privacy) and requirements of the contract and accommodates customer compliance standards, including managing compliance-related complexities (e.g., high sensitivity to confidentiality). Champions compliance by contributing to knowledge sharing across teams to build compliance capability of others.
**Initiation**
+ Drives project initiation for projects of medium complexity (e.g., multiple offerings, and/or supports projects of high complexity (e.g., tailored offerings, high visibility, high impact, market making) by delivering a workstream within a larger project/program, by driving commitment of delivery resources, assigning resources, assisting in sourcing and qualifying partner resources, and creating work breakdown structures (WBSs) with delivery team.
+ Balances needs across projects in challenging situations (e.g., scarce technical resources), with support from senior colleagues as needed, and collaborates with other groups (e.g., resource managers, Global Delivery Center) on integrated planning and organization of onshore/offshore projects.
**Contracting**
+ Facilitates contracting process for customer and partner resources (e.g., contractors, vendors) by briefing partners, coordinating partner candidate interviews, and identifying and acclimating partner resources to the team. Supports negotiation and structuring of fixed-fee subcontractor contracts with oversight from senior colleagues. Monitors and initiates Amendments, Delivery Acceptance, Proof of Delivery, and Invoicing processes.
**Presales**
+ Contributes to pre-sales for medium-impact projects by articulating the business value proposition associated with the project/change and considering associated complexities and risks to ensure feasibility of commercial offer. Participates in review of proposed scope and assists in developing Statement of Work (SOW), Work Breakdown Structures (WBSs), estimates, preliminary risk assessments, etc.
**Planning**
+ Develops detailed project management plan to drive predictable delivery for projects of medium complexity or supports senior colleagues in projects of high complexity, leveraging existing materials and experience to drive scope, resources, and Microsoft project schedule in alignment and collaboration with customer plan. Ensures use of baselining, resource load balancing, and application of work effort, dependency management, contingency planning, and utilization of software (e.g., Timeline).
+ Establishes clear expectations and accountabilities (e.g., reconfirm scope, Responsible-Accountable-Consulted-Informed matrix) with all project team members (e.g., consultants) and stakeholders for teams of medium complexity by leading internal and external kick-off meetings (e.g., sales to delivery handoff, formal kick-off meetings). Proactively engages broad set of internal and external stakeholders, including those who are impacted by project scope/outcome, but not directly involved (e.g., Enterprise Operating Unit, India Global Delivery, customer stakeholders) and engages subject matter experts in holistic planning activities, including team validation.
**Monitoring and Controlling**
+ Orchestrates and oversees a broad range of project metrics on midsize to large projects with high visibility (e.g., Vice President-level). Proactively ensures adherence to key performance indicators (KPIs) and provides strategic direction to drive success throughout project lifecycle.
+ Proactively manages risks and issues within projects of standard complexity, leveraging technical knowledge and previous experience to evaluate risks, perform qualitative analyses (e.g., probability, impact, urgency), create risk management plans, establish processes, and work with cross-functional groups and leaders to mitigate identified risks. Contributes to recovery efforts and ensures tools are updated. Manages issue closure as a high priority.
+ Ensures timely completion and quality of deliverables (e.g., documents) and tracking of agreed upon metrics for projects of standard complexity by applying quality management techniques (e.g., benchmarking, interviews) for collecting data. Uses analyses to identify solutions to systemic issues.
+ Discusses and confirms Microsoft change control processes at kickoff with customer. Anticipates changes and proactively addresses by probing to ensure change can happen smoothly early in the process. Tests process before initiating formal change.
+ Manages finances for projects with mid-size to large scopes and budgets by balancing funding and resources across workstreams, performing analyses, and leveraging cost management experience and expertise. Aims to reduce cost and improve delivery margin without impact to quality or customer experience and understands impact of decisions on the broader business (e.g., profits and losses (P&L), accrual-based accounting).
+ Manages stakeholder communications on project health, issues, and financial performance for mid-size to large deals throughout entire project lifecycle, tailoring communications to the audience. Tracks and maintains customer deliverables.
**Closure**
+ Drives timely project closure by ensuring completion of project sign off tasks (e.g., system closeout updates, deletion of customer data, Deliverable Acceptance Form). Drives incremental process improvement by reflecting on and sharing lessons learned across teams, creating and suggesting improvements to intellectual property (IP), providing feedback to managers on team member performance, and conducting closeout interviews with team members.
+ Applies advanced knowledge across project management principle areas to execution and delivery, contributes at local team-wide level to share knowledge and support others, serves as a mentor to less experienced colleagues to grow identified skill gaps, and participates in cross-border mentoring and peer alignment to share lessons learned on challenging projects.
**Business Growth**
+ Demonstrates accountability for the financial health of a project or program (e.g., revenue attainment, accurate forecasting, cost management, and utilization, skills, and capacity planning). Identifies opportunities to accelerate and drive consumption and delivery. Owns and drives backlog risk management. Drives incremental business on top of existing projects and programs through next step proposals, conducts customer discussions related to next stage proposal (NSP) and other opportunities. Engages in the pursuit cycle to ensure deals are structured appropriately. Supports and contributes to rhythm of business (ROB) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) forecasting.
+ Looks for or creates opportunities to maximize timely cloud consumption through current deliveries. Identifies new opportunities with customers and facilitates follow up conversations with customers on Consumption both strategically and operational, and to accelerate delivery or prevent delivery delays.
**Other**
+ Embody our culture and values
**Qualifications**
**Required/Minimum Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree in related field AND 3+ years' experience in project management
+ OR equivalent experience.
**Additional or Preferred Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree in related field AND 8+ years' experience in project management
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
+ 4+ years financial management experience.
+ Agile certification, Scrum Master, Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), or Professional Scrum Master One (PSM1) certification.
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Microsoft Industry Solutions Delivery (ISD) is a global organization hosting over 6,000 strategic sellers, industry and security experts, elite engineers, world-class data scientists and architects, consultants, and delivery specialists. Together with our partners, we help Microsoft's most strategic customers worldwide to address their specific challenges and provide comprehensive and industry-specific solutions that meet their unique needs. ISD is at the forefront of innovation, driving value across the entirety of the customers' digital and AI transformation journey through repeatable and customized cutting-edge solutions through strategic engagements with customers across the globe powered by Microsoft Cloud and AI.
**Responsibilities**
**Account Delivery Management**
+ Maintains obligations to customer across the delivery lifecycle including envisioning, solution development, delivery planning, cloud consumption and usage, delivery management.
+ Contributes to consumption activities, through others (e.g., Customer Success resources), for customers by identifying blockers to consumption goals and enabling customers, through internal teams, to get the full value of their purchases. Holds accountability for project delivery forecast.
+ Collaborates with Sales to support contract setup, signature, compliance, and execution from deal approvals to invoicing and closure. Manages areas of fiscal responsibility within project portfolio, staying within budget while driving engagement profitability and risk management.
+ Supports relationships with key stakeholders in the customer portfolio to ensure service delivery is on track and issues are being anticipated, identified, and managed. Communicates current view of delivery to customer stakeholders, as appropriate.
**Intellectual Property (IP)**
+ Utilizes existing intellectual property (IP) and collective knowledge and provides recommendations for improvement.
**Relationship Development**
+ Engages with other project managers and customer stakeholders at the customer site using technical expertise, develops stakeholder relationships, and escalates issues and ambiguous situations as needed.
+ Facilitates customer satisfaction by engaging with customers in a positive manner, reviewing customer feedback, and builds trusted relationships and supports colleagues in leveraging trusted relationships with internal resources to act as the voice of the customer with guidance from mentors on politically sensitive matters. Manages expectations by leading Success Expectation discussions with customer, and documenting, executing, and monitoring accordingly, leading customer and partner experience (CPE) processes.
+ Adheres to project compliance standards (e.g., confidentiality, privacy) and requirements of the contract.
**Initiation**
+ Drives project initiation for projects of low complexity (e.g., standard offerings) and/or medium complexity (e.g., multiple offerings, multiple domains) with support from senior colleagues by driving commitment of delivery resources, assigning resources, and creating work breakdown structures (WBSs) with delivery team.
**Contracting**
+ Facilitates contracting process by socializing the need for customer contractual amendments or partner resourcing and assimilating partner resources to the project (e.g., filling out forms in line with contract, liaising with partner resource managers, collecting technical requirements for resources). Monitors and initiates Amendments, Delivery Acceptance, Proof of Delivery, and Invoicing processes.
**Planning**
+ Develops detailed project management plan to drive predictable delivery for projects of low complexity and/or medium complexity with support from senior colleagues, leveraging existing materials, to drive scope, resources, and Microsoft project schedule in alignment and collaboration with customer plan. Participates in basic contingency planning.
+ Establishes clear expectations and accountabilities (e.g., reconfirm scope, Responsible-Accountable-Consulted-Informed matrix) with all project team members (e.g., consultants) and stakeholders for teams of low complexity through participation in internal and external kick-off meetings (e.g., sales to delivery handoff, formal kick-off meetings). Interacts with default stakeholders (e.g., customer sponsor, Microsoft project team members) and engages subject matter experts in holistic planning activities including team validation.
**Monitoring and Controlling**
+ Oversees core project metrics projects of standard complexity to ensure adherence to key performance indicators (KPIs).
+ Monitors and tracks risks and issues within projects of standard complexity, leveraging technical knowledge to identify and evaluate risks, perform qualitative analyses (e.g., probability, impact, urgency), record and track mitigation plans using available tools to input and update risk, and work with cross-functional groups to mitigate identified risks. Escalates risk scenarios through senior colleagues and customers as needed.
+ Maintains quality deliverable (e.g., documents) for projects of standard complexity by identifying requirements, developing plans, and tracking outputs. Follows standard quality management processes and accommodates some customer acceptance requirements.
+ Follows established change processes and confirms change with customer before formally initiating the process.
+ Manages finances for projects with small to mid-size scopes and budgets by tracking financial metrics and ensuring budgetary targets are met.
+ Provides regular project status updates for small to mid-size deals and ensures stakeholders are informed. Tracks and maintains customer deliverables.
**Closure**
+ Maintains timely project closure by completing project sign off tasks (e.g., system closeout updates, deletion of customer data, Deliverable Acceptance Form). Drives incremental process improvement by reflecting on and sharing lessons learned with team and suggesting improvements to intellectual property (IP).
+ Applies intermediate knowledge of project management principles to execution and delivery, serves as a mentor to less experienced colleagues, and builds their own capability through experience.
**Business Growth**
+ Develops accountability for the financial health of a project or program (e.g., revenue attainment, accurate forecasting, cost management, and utilization, skills, and capacity planning). Identifies opportunities to accelerate and drive consumption and delivery. Owns and drives backlog risk management. Drives incremental business on top of existing projects and programs through next step proposals, conducts customer discussions related to next stage proposal (NSP) and other opportunities. Engages in the pursuit cycle to ensure deals are structured appropriately. Supports and contributes to rhythm of business (ROB) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) forecasting.
+ Looks for or creates opportunities to maximize timely cloud consumption through current deliveries. Identifies new opportunities with customers and facilitates follow up conversations with customers on Consumption both strategically and operational, and to accelerate delivery or prevent delivery delays.
**Other**
+ Embody our culture and values
**Qualifications**
**Required/Minimum Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree in related field AND 5+ years' experience in project management
+ OR equivalent experience.
**Additional or Preferred Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree in related field AND 5+ years' experience in project management
+ OR equivalent experience.
+ Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate Project Management (CAPM) certification.
+ 1+ year(s) financial management experience.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .

**About us:**
As a Fortune 50 company with more than 400,000 team members worldwide, Target is an iconic brand and one of America's leading retailers.
Joining Target means promoting a culture of mutual care and respect and striving to make the most meaningful and positive impact. Becoming a Target team member means joining a community that values different voices and lifts each other up. Here, we believe your unique perspective is important, and you'll build relationships by being authentic and respectful.
**Overview about Target ib India**
At Target, we have a timeless purpose and a proven strategy. And that hasn't happened by accident. Some of the best minds from different backgrounds come together at Target to redefine retail in an inclusive learning environment that values people and delivers world-class outcomes. That winning formula is especially apparent in Bengaluru, where Target in India operates as a fully integrated part of Target's global team and has more than 4,000 team members supporting the company's global strategy and operations.
**Pyramid Overview**
Target in India Marketing delivers differentiating yet relevant marketing communication solutions across channels operating as an integrated ONE global team and it strives to bring excellence every time in how they create, connect and collaborate.
A role with **Target in India Marketing** is an opportunity to work with some of the best in the business for marketing, strategy & digital and you'd lead/contribute to work that connects to millions of guests. Your influence will drive sales and grow brand love through work that's guest-centric, on brand, category relevant and channel focused.
**About the role**
As a Project Management Analyst, Marketing you will operate at the intersection of your team and the business. At the core you are expected to drive project execution at category level or deliver to business objectives working alongside with your team. You will be helping further Target's strategies in playing a key role with great execution. You will be performing your role with minimal direction. You are expected to have a very good understanding of your functional area and design "how" creative work is accomplished by planning, organizing, managing and executing project plans/processes in addition to serving as the single point of contact & relationship manager for cross-functional teams (CFT).
As a Project Management Analyst, Marketing, you will:
+ Manage creative campaigns throughout the creative strategy- execution lifecycle
+ Facilitate project execution & operation thru the entire concept & activation phase by working with CFT team across US and India
+ Configure & setup initiation for campaign creatives using appropriate tools & processes.
+ Facilitate process management and associated communication with internal stakeholders
+ Co-lead resource and creative assignments, operationalize creative capabilities to support the business and drive growth
+ Review & analyze campaign requirements, setup campaign/creative briefing forum, facilitate ideation and brainstorming sessions
+ Monitor & control the transition of campaign creatives / projects in each milestone
+ Oversee project pipeline & operational health for assigned category through appropriate workflow management tools
+ Contribute to various phases of end-to-end process as operations expert
+ Create launch reports & facilitate launch readiness
+ Create & maintain documentation, prepare & share status reports / dashboards to appropriate stakeholders at set intervals
+ Maintain deep digital expertise in assigned businesses/categories
**About you:**
+ Graduate in any discipline (preferably Communication Management) or equivalent
+ 5+ years total experience with at least 3+ years as Digital Brand Manager in Retail/Fashion/FMCG brands OR as Creative Project Manager / Account Executive / Client Servicing in the Mainline/ Digital Advertising industry
+ Ability to manage and execute multiple projects at the same time
+ Exposure to multichannel marketing creative & communication
+ Exceptional communication skills across all settings, ability to tailor message as appropriate
+ Resourceful and able to work independently on filling in gaps of information
+ Able to demonstrate flexibility in approach and adapt to changing priorities and requirements
+ Has curiosity and drive for seeking and promoting new ideas, in combination with solid business judgment
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**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**
Location:
Bangalore,IND
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 ( .
**Introduction**
Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. The **NPI MPM** is responsible for sourcing of newly designed products, setting up strategies for cost reduction, supply continuity and sourcing decisions.
**Primary Responsibility**
+ Responsible for initiating and managing RFQ, lead time, should cost (Cost estimation) request assigned by internal stakeholders.
+ Able to utilize existing supplier matrix for quoting, negotiate and award business to supplier.
+ Drive dual sourcing to ensure supply continuity, understand long-lead drivers and develop lead time mitigation strategies.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define sourcing strategies/ plans for NPI/ Pilot projects.
+ Responsible for supplier part qualification per inspection requirements for components identified as critical parts.
+ Ability to understand multi-level BOM, read drawings, special process/ specifications and communicate with suppliers.
+ Identify make vs. buy opportunities and drive alignment/decision with key stakeholders
+ Using software tools, perform regular cost roll-up and analyze cost performance to drive corrective action as required to achieve product cost target.
+ Responsible for resolving discrepancies between cost targets and quoted cost, create and deliver presentations to program executives and CFT stakeholders.
+ Develop supplier selection process for piece parts and outsourced modules/ assemblies, identify supply chain risks supporting sourcing decisions.
+ Ensure smooth product transition from NPI to volume manufacturing.
**Qualification & Experience**
+ Bachelor's degree in engineering (Preferably Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical or Electronics) with minimum of 6 years of experience into sourcing, program management and supplier management.
+ Must have Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics commodity experience
**Job Specific skills/Knowledge (Mandatory)**
+ Should have prior **sourcing, negotiation, dual sourcing, and supplier management** experience.
+ Proficient with MS Office. **Excel** is a must
+ Knowledge of **manufacturing methods & commodities** as related to product and cost structure.
+ Ability to read and interpret **BOM's.**
+ Must be self-starter and be able to operate independent of day-to-day supervision.
+ Excellent people and presentation skills.
**Other Skills (Good to have)**
+ Knowledge of **SAP MM** Module.
+ **Costing experience** : needs to understand various cost models (E.g., Outsourced assembly/ module), mark-up, margins etc.
+ Have worked with **cross functional team** on New product / Design change projects.
+ Able to interpret drawings. Using 3D modelling and PLM software.
+ Have worked with **global suppliers** .
**Additional Information**
**Time Type:**
Full time
**Employee Type:**
Assignee / Regular
**Travel:**
Yes, 10% of the Time
**Relocation Eligible:**
Yes
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.

**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**
Location:
Bangalore,IND
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 ( .
**Introduction**
Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. The **NPI MPM** is responsible for sourcing of newly designed products, setting up strategies for cost reduction, supply continuity and sourcing decisions.
**Primary Responsibility**
+ Responsible for initiating and managing RFQ, lead time, should cost (Cost estimation) request assigned by internal stakeholders.
+ Able to utilize existing supplier matrix for quoting, negotiate and award business to supplier.
+ Drive dual sourcing to ensure supply continuity, understand long-lead drivers and develop lead time mitigation strategies.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define sourcing strategies/ plans for NPI/ Pilot projects.
+ Responsible for supplier part qualification per inspection requirements for components identified as critical parts.
+ Ability to understand multi-level BOM, read drawings, special process/ specifications and communicate with suppliers.
+ Identify make vs. buy opportunities and drive alignment/decision with key stakeholders
+ Using software tools, perform regular cost roll-up and analyze cost performance to drive corrective action as required to achieve product cost target.
+ Responsible for resolving discrepancies between cost targets and quoted cost, create and deliver presentations to program executives and CFT stakeholders.
+ Develop supplier selection process for piece parts and outsourced modules/ assemblies, identify supply chain risks supporting sourcing decisions.
+ Ensure smooth product transition from NPI to volume manufacturing.
**Qualification & Experience**
+ Bachelor's degree in engineering (Preferably Electrical or Electronics) with minimum of 6 years of experience into sourcing, program management and supplier management.
+ Must have Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics commodity experience
**Job Specific skills/Knowledge (Mandatory)**
+ Should have prior **sourcing, negotiation, dual sourcing, and supplier management** experience.
+ Proficient with MS Office. **Excel** is a must
+ Knowledge of **manufacturing methods & commodities** as related to product and cost structure.
+ Ability to read and interpret **BOM's.**
+ Must be self-starter and be able to operate independent of day-to-day supervision.
+ Excellent people and presentation skills.
**Other Skills (Good to have)**
+ Knowledge of **SAP MM** Module.
+ **Costing experience** : needs to understand various cost models (E.g., Outsourced assembly/ module), mark-up, margins etc.
+ Have worked with **cross functional team** on New product / Design change projects.
+ Able to interpret drawings. Using 3D modelling and PLM software.
+ Have worked with **global suppliers** .
**Additional Information**
**Time Type:**
Full time
**Employee Type:**
Assignee / Regular
**Travel:**
Yes, 10% of the Time
**Relocation Eligible:**
Yes
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.

**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**
Location:
Bangalore,IND
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 ( .
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Forecasts and communicates engineering, materials, and manufacturing requirements to suppliers. Provides input to outsourcing decisions by performing make versus buy analysis. Coordinates demand signals through MRP to minimize inventory exposure.
+ Forms Materials Core Team and coordinates product development process deliverables through matrix management of buyers, planners, and production control. Collaborates with engineering team to interpret engineering requirements.
+ Under some supervision, creates, releases and updates new project materials strategy.
+ Sourcing: Assists in supplier price and delivery negotiations; under direct supervision may negotiate contracts as necessary. Utilizes the preferred supplier selection and assessment process when selecting suppliers. Completes supplier risk assessment on critical and unique parts. Monitors supplier performance (delivery, quality, cost).
+ Materials: Coordinates activities around source selection, specification creation and price negotiation with appropriate team members.
+ Executes commercialization (transition) materials plan).
+ Manages materials change control process. Meets cost objectives and resolves quality issues. Generates and publishes Key Process Indicators . Tracks total landed costs targets.
+ Works with engineering to identify preliminary critical parts, long-lead parts and inspection requirements. Assists in developing supplier and commodity road maps to engineering. Utilizes value analysis on build-to-print components in support of Should Cost analysis.
+ Actively mediates and partners with quality and engineering teams to resolve supplier quality issues for assigned product groups. Escalate issues to Commodity Business Managers when necessary.
**Functional Knowledge**
+ Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines
**Business Expertise**
+ Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
**Leadership**
+ Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements
**Problem Solving**
+ Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
**Impact**
+ Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies
**Interpersonal Skills**
+ Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus
**Additional Information**
**Time Type:**
Full time
**Employee Type:**
Assignee / Regular
**Travel:**
Yes, 10% of the Time
**Relocation Eligible:**
Yes
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.

Our client, a rapidly expanding organization at the forefront of its industry, is seeking an accomplished and visionary Director of Project Management to lead their diverse project portfolio. This leadership role is based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, IN , and operates on a hybrid work model, blending strategic in-office engagement with flexible remote workdays.

The Director of Project Management will be responsible for overseeing the strategic planning, execution, and successful delivery of all projects across the organization. This includes establishing and refining project management methodologies, standards, and best practices. You will lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of project managers, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Key responsibilities will involve managing project portfolios, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, and optimizing resource allocation. You will be instrumental in stakeholder management, building strong relationships with internal and external parties, and ensuring clear communication throughout the project lifecycle. Proactive risk management, budget oversight, and quality assurance will be critical components of this role. The ideal candidate will possess a strategic mindset, exceptional leadership capabilities, and a proven track record of successfully delivering complex, large-scale projects on time and within budget.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic leadership and direction for the Project Management Office (PMO).
• Developing, implementing, and enforcing standardized project management methodologies, processes, and tools.
• Overseeing the entire project lifecycle from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, control, and closure.
• Managing a diverse portfolio of complex projects, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of project managers and project coordinators.
• Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) for project success.
• Implementing robust risk management strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
• Ensuring effective resource planning and allocation across all projects.
• Managing project budgets, controlling costs, and ensuring financial accountability.
• Facilitating clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders, including senior leadership, clients, and team members.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives within the project management function.
• Resolving cross-functional issues and conflicts that may impact project timelines or deliverables.
• Ensuring the quality and successful delivery of all project outcomes.
• Staying abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in project management.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. A PMP or equivalent project management certification is highly desirable. A minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or directorial role, is required. Proven experience in managing large, complex, and cross-functional projects is essential. Demonstrated expertise in various project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and familiarity with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira) are mandatory. Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills are critical. Strong financial acumen, negotiation skills, and the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships are highly valued. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are essential for this role.

Our client is seeking a strategic and visionary Director of Project Management to lead our global project management office (PMO) in a fully remote capacity. This senior leadership role is responsible for establishing and enforcing standards, processes, and best practices for project execution across the organization. You will oversee a diverse portfolio of complex projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader with extensive experience in managing large-scale projects, a deep understanding of various project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid), and a proven ability to mentor and develop project management professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive project management framework and governance structure.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of project managers and project coordinators remotely.
• Oversee the planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure of all major projects.
• Ensure effective resource allocation and management across project portfolios.
• Establish and maintain robust risk management and issue resolution processes.
• Drive continuous improvement in project management practices and methodologies.
• Develop and manage the PMO budget and operational expenses.
• Liaise with senior stakeholders to provide project updates, identify risks, and manage expectations.
• Champion the adoption of project management best practices throughout the organization.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and high performance within the PMO.

This is a fully remote role, requiring exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills. You will be responsible for driving project success from a distance, utilizing advanced collaboration tools and strategies. The ability to influence and inspire teams without direct physical oversight is crucial. We offer a competitive compensation package, including performance-based bonuses, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Join us to shape the future of project delivery in a forward-thinking, remote-first company.

At Thoucentric, we work on various problem statements.

The most popular ones are - Building capabilities that address a market need,  basis our ongoing research efforts Solving a specific use case for a current or potential client based on challenges on-ground Developing new systems  that help be a better employer and a better partner to clientsAll of these need the best of minds to work on them day-to-day ; and we do exactly that! Your contribution to organization development is as important as outward facing consulting. We are invested in both, employee growth and client success!

The primary task of a CPG analytics consultant would be to align themselves to a CPG account, understand the landscape and set the roadmap for analytics related initiatives for the client/account. Through analytics solutioning and delivery, the consultant would help the client achieve their current delivery objectives while building their long-term capabilities. 

The person must have direct working experience with the CPG industry, to be able to gauge the current landscape of the target company and then set a realistic path to achieve the objectives highlighting the benefits of implementing the initiatives. 

RequirementsProgram Lead :  Define project goals, objectives and key performance indicatorsPlan, execute and monitor analytics projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budgetManage project risks and issues Experience in stakeholder management, driving project governance and linking analytics to business valueData Collection, Analysis and Reporting :  Collaborate with other team on collection of data from various sources, internal and externalEnsure data quality and consistency Coordinate data analysis efforts to extract meaningful insights and patterns in the context of client decision-makingGenerating regular reports and dashboards for stakeholdersKnowledge of AI/ML/DS techniques :  Knowledge of DS/ ML / AI techniques - when and why they are used and interpretation of results from a business viewpointIn depth understanding of how analytics is used in decision-making in one or more industries / functional areasAbility to translate high level business problems to an analytics problem statementExperience in scoping, development, validation & deployment of explanatory, predictive, and prescriptive analytic solutionsStrong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.Proficiency in data analytics tools, programming languages, and data visualization tools (e.g., Python, R, SQL, Tableau, etc.) BenefitsOpportunity to define your career path and not as enforced by a managerA great consulting environment with a chance to work with Fortune 500 companies and startups alike.A dynamic but relaxed and supportive working environment that encourages personal development.Be part of One Extended Family. We bond beyond work - sports, get-togethers, common interests etc. Work in a very enriching environment with Open Culture, Flat Organization and Excellent Peer Group.Be part of the exciting Growth Story of Thoucentric!