Supply Chain Specialist

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.

Group/Division
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 leading-edge technology. We partner with our world-wide 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.

GOPS Services supply chain specialist leads supply chain management project/program management and sophisticated problem resolution on new delivery, inventory and service process initiatives between the KLA Global Operations (GOPS) team and the KLA Services team.

Job Duties, but not limited to:

• Build and maintain written program objectives, actions and timelines. Report on progress to senior management on a regular basis.
• Interact eloquently with executive management across functions, organizations and group executives.
• Lead and influence multi-functional and cross-organizational teams.
• Understand company business requirements, market dynamics and trends, supply base and capabilities for given commodities.
• Receives predetermined work assignments with specific instructions.
• Lead team members to achieve assignments using established guidelines, procedures, and policies.
• May interact daily with cross-functional and cross organizational peer groups. Has internal and some external contacts
• Interaction normally involves exchange or presentation of information, progress and challenges.
• Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors.
• Majority of time may normally be spent performing individual tasks related to the focus area
• Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.

Requirements:

• Process oriented and results driven.
• Enjoy a challenging and fast paced environment.
• Proven track record to optimally take care of ambiguity, identify gaps, and implement innovative solutions to increase operational efficiency.
• Intellectual curiosity is needed to be successful
• Uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve sophisticated issues in creative and effective ways.
• Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criterion for acquiring results.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with +5 years' work experience, OR Master's degree with +3 years' work experience

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination is required where permitted by law. KLA will consider reasonable accommodation as provided by applicable law. Please note that accommodation may not be possible where vaccination is required for an essential function of the position, including for international travel or customer site access.

The company offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to the following: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, financial planning benefits, employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, family care and bonding leave.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [email protected] to request accommodation.