Base Pay Range: $71,300.00 - $121,200.00 Annually
Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA
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Company OverviewKLA 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
Procurement Buyer for indirect goods and services, leading all aspects of procurement related activities, such as processing purchase requisitions, creating SAP purchase orders, building and maintaining supplier relationships, contract negotiation, requesting quotes for new and existing suppliers, and perform data analytics to increase process efficiency. Work with internal clients to assist with the purchasing process.
Source, buy and fulfill orders across all indirect procurement categories
Sourcing mid-range projects ($25K - $100K) with a strategic attitude. Focus heavily on data-driven results for purchases below $5K by identifying preferred suppliers
Work to reduce number of low-spend suppliers and focus on forming relationships with key suppliers that are capable of providing bulk products to speed up execution
Help drive procurement standard processes across KLA
Evaluate suppliers on the basis of the price, quality, and speed of delivery of their products and services
Prepare and assist internal clients with submission of RFQ's or other informational requests to suppliers
Troubleshoot and ensure problems relating to delivery, quality or pricing are promptly conveyed to the supplier and resolved in a timely manner
Lead contract negotiations
Understand the vendor master, requisitioning and purchasing applications/processes and assist internal clients on how to efficiently use them
Work with the Strategic Sourcing team to help drive early client engagement
Give innovative ideas to drive improvements in process efficiency, procurement strategies, policies and procedures and cost reduction
Collaborate with internal clients and procurement team members to effectively identify alignments and profit optimization opportunities, and drive the opportunities to completion
Assist in preparing presentations by gathering information, data, and creating charts
Work with Offshore Procurement Organization to drive process efficiency across the organization
Maintain positive, effective relationships with suppliers and internal customers
Effectively prioritize workload to achieve optimum efficiencies
Preferred Qualifications
Five years of experience in a procurement environment, especially indirect procurement. Specific semiconductor industry or capital equipment proven experience is a plus
Indirect procurement purchasing, sourcing and contract negotiation capability
Must have excellent written and oral communications skills and be comfortable coordinating tasks across multiple functions and global locations
Must be able to quickly learn new concepts, processes and systems
Ability to create and apply company policies and procedures to resolve issues
Ability to effectively partner, influence and lead projects and programs
Creative problem solver, with a desire and ability to look for better ways to approach issues and situations
Excellent program management and project management skills
The candidate is required to be a great teammate with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and high attention to detail
Proficient SAP experience is a plus
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
BS/BA Business or related field with preferred concentration in Operations or Supply Chain Management
Minimum Qualifications
5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 3 years' and a Master's degree
Excellent understanding of procurement processes, concepts and best practices
Understanding of strategic sourcing, category management, contract management and supplier management
Excellent customer service, written and oral communication skills
Ability to effectively present information to executive management, internal clients and suppliers
Microsoft Office applications proficiency
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KLA-Tencor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
