Manager - Global Rewards

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible a Better Future.

What We Offer

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. 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.

You’ll also 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 about careers at Applied.

Key Responsibilities

Leveraging advanced technical expertise, supports the rewards function in the design, implementation and on-going management of general or specific programs and initiatives. Work is performed without appreciable direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining rewards program needs/issues.

Meets regularly with client management and HR peers to diagnose specific issues or needs in relation to rewards policies and programs, or to provide ongoing support on operational management issues having a complex rewards dimension.

• Strategy & Design:
• Develop and execute a comprehensive total rewards strategy that supports global business goals and local market competitiveness.
• Lead benchmarking and market analysis to ensure compensation and benefits are aligned with industry standards.
• Compensation Management:
• Oversee salary structures, incentive plans, and equity programs.
• Partner with HRBPs and business leaders to manage annual compensation cycles, including merit reviews, bonus planning, and promotions.
• Benefits Administration:
• Evaluate and manage global benefits programs including health, wellness, retirement, and leave policies.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and optimize benefit offerings for cost-effectiveness and employee satisfaction.
• Governance & Compliance:
• Ensure all rewards programs comply with legal and regulatory requirements across geographies.
• Maintain documentation and audit readiness for compensation and benefits processes.
• Analytics & Reporting:
• Provide insights through data analysis and reporting on compensation trends, pay equity, and program effectiveness.
• Support HR and leadership with strategic recommendations based on data-driven insights.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
• Work closely with Finance, Legal, and HR teams to align rewards strategy with organizational priorities.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor to senior leadership on all matters related to total rewards.

Experience - 10 to 15 Years

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field

Business Expertise

• Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services

Leadership

• May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity

Problem Solving

• Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions

Impact

• Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

No