Oversee a team of buyers in charge of procuring components for the USOPs products and spares, and responsible for purchase orders execution, management, and compliance
Leads the team in executing best practices for Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including supplier quality, on time delivery, service, and compliance
Maintain supplier relationships and lead complex problem solving initiatives and negotiations
Develop strategic plans to address delayed shipments or discontinued products and components
Partners with production planning, supply chain and master scheduling to recommend supply chain solutions and strategic/tactical plans based on business data, commodity, and product knowledge
Maintains strong communication with engineering and manufacturing to address shortages and obsolescence issues
Partners with finance and master scheduling to optimize inventory, reduce excess, and minimize price variances
Drives cost reduction strategies and lead time reduction initiatives
Minimum Qualifications
7 years of experience in supply chain operations and supply chain improvements in complex manufacturing environment; strong preference for experience in semiconductor equipment industry or other complex, high-mix, low-volume products
Experience with multiple aspects of advanced supply chain operations, including:
Supply and demand management effectiveness (upturn and downturns)
Achieving cost reductions
Strong leadership, negotiation and people management skills
Lead thru curiosity and continuous improvements.
Empower staff and talent growth thru delegating; coaching; and developing skills extending outside job description boundaries.
Effective communication and presentation skills
High proficiency in MS Excel
Experience with Tableau, Power BI or other business intelligence/analytical tools/services is a plus
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Should enjoy a challenging and fast paced environment.
Ability to effectively deal with ambiguity, identify gaps, and implement innovative solutions to increase operational efficiency
Self-driven, independent, yet a strong team player.
Creative, innovative, and resourceful with a passion for speed, agility, simplification and proactive action
Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed.
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About KLA Corporation
Technology10,001+Founded 1975
KLA Corporation is a global leader in semiconductor process control and yield management, designing and manufacturing advanced inspection and metrology systems used throughout the semiconductor manufacturing process.