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Join KLA’s global supply chain team and play a key role in ensuring seamless production by driving material availability, supplier performance, and cost optimization in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.

Procure direct materials, components, and equipment aligned with MRP and reorder point signals to support uninterrupted production

Analyze planning reports and proactively manage supply to meet production schedules and customer demand

Drive gross margin improvement through strategic supplier negotiations, cost reductions, localization, and minimizing expediting costs and purchase price variance

Partner with suppliers to reduce lead times through cycle time improvements, hedging strategies, and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs

Execute purchase orders with precision and resolve supplier issues related to quality, capacity, and supply continuity

Collaborate closely with suppliers to manage schedule changes (expedites or delays) and consistently achieve on-time delivery targets

Participate in supplier business reviews, delivering actionable feedback to strengthen supplier performance and accountability

Ensure accuracy and timeliness of supplier claims related to ECO (Engineering Change Orders) and EOM activities

Lead EOL (End of Life) material strategies, including last-time buys, and partner with engineering to identify alternative solutions

Ensure timely execution of ECO (Engineering Change Orders) to prevent disruption to production

Drive inventory optimization by reducing excess and obsolete materials; collaborate with Inventory Analysts during quarterly E&ND reviews and execute action plans

Improve inventory turns through effective MRB disposition and timely RTV processing

Conduct quarterly safety stock reviews to balance service levels, risk, and inventory efficiency

Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years; or equivalent work experience

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed.

Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location.