Program Manager, Global Benefits

Program Manager, Global Benefits

At Applied Materials, we deliver material innovation that changes the world.

We are the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in its workforce.

LOCATION Santa Clara, CA

This is a 5-days per week in-office position.

The Role

In this role you will be responsible for administration of the global benefit programs, support governance and M&A activities, and assist with global communications, retirement plans, renewals, and analytics. You will be a key member of the global rewards team, reporting to the Managing Director, Global Benefits. You will partner with the overall team and share subject matter expertise with HR and Global Rewards professionals.

The Person

You are a benefits professional with a broad benefits background, with demonstrated success managing vendors and working with global teams to introduce changes. You have a strong knowledge of international benefits practices, particularly with Asia Pacific and EMEA markets.

Your Education and Experience :

B.S. level degree in related field or equivalent experience

5+ years of experience in benefits

Global / multinational and matrixed organization experience; high technology industry experience preferred

Key Responsibilities

Global Benefits Program Management : manage global programs, including EAP, Medical Benefits Abroad, Business Travel Accident, ISOS, Wellbeing and global pooling arrangements

Governance : appropriately use in-house counsel to support ongoing plan compliance and address potential issues efficiently with applicable correction methods.

Vendor Management : demonstrate strong vendor management. Assist with RFPs, renewals, contract negotiations and timely payment processing for vendors and consultants. Lead reconciliations for the global programs and propose automation opportunities.

Communications : develop consistent, effective communications and update knowledge base for external sites, internal portal, call center and GenAI chatbot. Facilitate employee education about programs.

Pension Plan Support : support the global benefits and pension governance process and approvals. Assist with agenda and materials preparation for the International Pension Committee

Global Strategy Support : keep abreast of industry trends and analytics to provide recommendations for key benefit design changes or implementations that create a strategic advantage and support Applieds business and talent strategies. Assist with HR strategy meetings preparation.

Partnerships : partner with internal and external partners / consultants to ensure benefits offerings are sustainable, equitable, cost effective, competitive, and aligned with business and talent strategies. Partner closely with country rewards, HR, finance, payroll, HRIT, security, mobility, travel and legal to support business needs and compliance requirements.

Renewals : develop strong working relationships with APAC and EMEA rewards teams. Partner closely with local global rewards teams to manage renewals and implement new global programs and ensure that plan design and pricing strategies fit into the overall Global strategy. (Day to day administration and compliance of programs are managed locally)

Wellbeing : administer global policies and procedures to promote wellness programs to employees. Plan, develop, implement and monitor wellness related events.

Budget : ensure that benefits responsibilities and milestones are completed in a timely manner and within the budget and understand end to end processes and customer experience.

M&A : Support due diligence / integration of acquired company plans as appropriate.

Skills and Abilities :

Strong communication, organization, collaboration, documentation, and presentation skills

Business and HR acumen; strong Global Benefits expertise.

Strong innovation, analytical, and creative problem-solving skills

Strong capacity to deal with ambiguity and risk taking

Strong project management skills

Strong vendor management and budget management experience

Team oriented mentality. Excellent coaching and team building skills.

Demonstrated multi-cultural skills

Ability to travel occasionally

Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.

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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.