KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop smartphone wearable device voicecontrolled gadget flexible screen VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles integrated circuits packaging printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists engineers data scientists and problemsolvers work together with the worlds leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrows electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.
KLA has manufacturing sites across the globe including Belgium China Germany Israel Singapore and Milpitas (CA). The Global Operations (GOPS) team comprised of Manufacturing Supply Chain Management Manufacturing Engineering Installation and Quality is responsible for manufacturing our leadingedge technology. We partner with our worldwide supply base and our design engineering teams to bring new products to market. The GOPS team is continuously working to build our products Better Faster Cheaper.
Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
- Supplier Management & Development:Align with our Electron Optics category sourcing strategy focusing on subcategories like electron source column and detectors.
- Support NPI Teams:Engage in commercial and technical sourcing supplier relationship management and program management of technical components subsystems and systems.
- Market Research:Identify screen develop and qualify new suppliers to meet KLAs technical and commercial roadmap.
- Cost Savings & Capacity Ramp:Drive initiatives and support customer concerns.
- Contract Negotiation:Lead or support the negotiation of Purchase and Development Agreements.
- Supplier Reviews:Coordinate and lead supplier business reviews and scorecards and establish supplier capabilities matrix.
- CrossFunctional Leadership:Lead crossfunctional and crossdivisional teams to ensure timely achievement of milestones and effective supplier relationship management.
- Risk Management:Support risk management initiatives and lead escalations for assigned suppliers.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education:Masters degree or equivalent experience in Engineering is required; MBA is a plus.
- Experience:Over eight years of proven experience in supply chain management and technical sourcing within the Semiconductor Industry especially in electron optics technologies.
- Skills:Strong ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies lead complex supplier relationships and contract negotiations and drive technical solutions. Excellent project management communication analysis negotiation and presentation skills.
- Flexibility:Experience working with global crossfunctional teams and flexibility for different time zones. Domestic and international travel may be required (up to 25%).
We offer a competitive family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.
KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
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Manager