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Supply Chain Specialist

1000 KLA Corporation
Ann Arbor, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 11/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/9/2026
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. Job Description/Preferred Qualifications Responsibilities: Optimally lead and handle supplier relationships. Leads supply chain management initiatives on lead time reduction, cost reduction, value engineering, quality, reliability, and OTD. Understand company business requirements, market dynamics and trends, supply base and supply base capabilities. Provide sophisticated problem resolution and cross functional support for supplier customer concerns and supply disruptions, by expediting supply recovery. Including creation of and report outs of executive summaries and presentations to senior management. Partner with manufacturing to perform capacity analysis to support what-if scenarios, forecast changes, planning for production growth, and growth in spares business to support worldwide install base of tools. Performs continuity of supply risk assessment and develops/implements mitigation strategies Partner with manufacturing, build engineering, and manufacturing design engineering to ensure KLA and/or supplier-initiated supply chain relocations are successful Drive assessment of raw part's cost, supplier quality, supplier capability and capacity (ramp-up / ramp-down), and supplier consolidation. Perform assessments and make recommendations related to inventory forecasting, timing of inventory receipts, excess and obsolete optimization / reduction, and order quantity optimization. Collaborates with production planning, supply chain, and master scheduling teams to propose supply chain solutions and strategic or tactical plans, drawing on business data, commodity insights, and product expertise. Implement, lead, and coordinate supplier contracts, SOWs, SLAs, NDAs and any other required supplier agreements. Lead, co-ordinate and run supplier business reviews. Continually drive improvements based on gap analysis against business requirements. Lead, develop, build, and deploy supplier scorecards. Drives corporate and divisional initiatives to achieve performance targets Crafts, implement and/or drives industry and company supply chain guidelines. Ensure adherence to corporate supply chain management standards, policies, procedures, and internal / external compliance requirements. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Supply Chain Management in any industry or Experience with Supply Chain Management within the Semiconductor Capital Equipment industry. Must possess Commercial aptitudes. The ability and desire to constantly learn is essential. Domestic and international travel is required (up to 20%). Minimum Qualifications Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; OR Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience; OR equivalent work experience Base Pay Range: $94,800.00 - $161,200.00 Annually Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process. KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 talent.acquisition@kla.com or at 1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation. 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. Now hiring curious minds who want to learn even more. Explore KLA at www.kla.com/careers KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 talent.acquisition@kla.com or at 1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation. For additional information, view the US Know Your Rights poster on the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website. We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.

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