KLA
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Company Overview
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, voice-controlled 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 problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.
Purchase direct materials, components and equipment as driven by MRP system or Re-order Point system
Review and analyze planning report to ensure timely materials availability for production
Drive Gross Margin Improvements through negotiations or localization with supplier on pricing, rework cost and minimizing expediting cost and purchase price variance
Responsible for materials lead time reduction by getting suppliers to improve cycle time, negotiating on hedges and VMI program.
Ensure timely PO execution and address supplier’s quality, capacity, materials issues that may affect supply
Communicate with suppliers for early or delayed deliveries as required, drive suppliers to meet on time delivery
Active participation on business review with suppliers and provide constructive feedback to help suppliers to improve their scores
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of claims from suppliers on ECO and EOM projects.
Timely review and execute on ECN and ECO changes so that production is not affected.
Develop actions to minimize excess inventory. Work with Inventory Analyst by providing recommendation during quarterly E&ND review. Follow through the action proposed.
Drive to improve inventory turns by having quick execution on MRB and quick returns on RTV.
Quarterly review of safety stock to ensure an optimal balance of supply vs inventory turns.
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Supply Chain Management/Logistics or equivalent
2- 5 years of related industry experience in buying and production planning
Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Outlook and experience in SAP system is highly desirable
Experience in low-volume high-mix Manufacturing environment is a plus
Basic understanding of Bill of Material (BOM) will be advantageous
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
Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA’s Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to talent.acquisition@kla.com to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.
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