Business Leader jobs in United States, California, Milpitas

Qualifications

• Responsible for the solution design, configuration, testing and maintenance of the SAP FI/CO modules in ECC 6.0, including providing SAP expertise in FI/CO area. Experience with SAP RAR is preferred

• Experience with S/4 HANA finance transformation projects require

• Actively work with Business Resources to determine the technical solution that best meets the business requirements

• Experience and knowledge of integration points of FI/CO modules and across other SAP modules

• Responsible for Enhancements, projects as well as adhoc support to troubleshoot, investigate, analyze and solve production issues

• Responsible for working with business users and clients to gather and document business requirements for system changes and to develop solutions to satisfy business needs

• Responsible for analyzing the impact changes will have on other internal/external business application systems

• Responsible for developing all documentation related to system changes per SOX change control policies and procedures

• Review current finance and accounting business processes to determine where automation / improvements will drive efficiency. Identify process inefficiencies, recommend innovative uses of software functionality, design, implement solutions and train end-users

• This is a hybrid role based at our Global HQ in Milpitas, CA.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business (Finance), Computer Information Systems or related field

• Eight (8) years functional and technical experience with SAP FI/CO Module in ERP system, with analysis and design of business applications related to the FICO area including but not limited to: Fixed assets, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, product costing, PCA, CCA, interfaces to subsystems

• Experience with S/4 HANA Finance transformation projects is required

• Knowledge and experience with ABAP programming and SAP RAR is a plus

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively communicate with planners, peers and executive leadership

• Previous experience in systems support activities, i.e. business to IT liaison

• Previous experience in defining system requirement and defining test scenarios

• Demonstrated high learning agility and strong analytical skills

• The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions

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What a typical day looks like:

• Work as a change agent and drive lean and six sigma activities as defined in the GBE A3.
• Applying and deploying Flex Lean Enterprise Values across the entire organization.
• In charge of eliminating waste and create value by reducing variation in the processes to achieve sustainable results throughout the organization and segment.
• Utilize Continuous Improvement (Kaizen) techniques, initiate process improvements, cycle time reductions, cost reductions and other activities aimed at reducing/eliminating non-value-added activities in the process.
• Create and validate processes/standards based on standard work and BPs
• Identify, Drive and Yokoten Best practices-based Kaizen projects on the accord timelines
• Conduct Industrial Engineering lean and six sigma training and accelerate the proliferation of Lean culture thru out the organization by guiding and facilitating Continues Improvement Lean Deployment.
• Perform assessment of Continuous Improvement Maturity Tracker (CIMT) Operation/Supply chain/Office and drive initiatives to close gaps.
• Agile participate in the selection and executions of lean and six sigma projects.
• Transformation (continuous workshop in 90 days). Facilitate Continues Improvement Transformation activities through Kaizen, workshops, and Small Group Activities.
• Comprehend and use Center point portal as depository to enable data research and cost saving effectiveness
• Achieve Industrial, Lean & 6 sigma training & Certification in order to become subject matter expert in the organization

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Typically requires 5+ years of related experience.
• Industrial Engineering Bachelor Degree(or related field) is a must and an MBA is required.
• Demonstrates functional, technical skills as well as customer service attitude (external and internal).
• Teamwork participation to enable project improvement.
• Demonstrates detailed expertise in very complex functional/technical area or broad breadth of knowledge in multiple areas Comprehends the strategic & tactical impact of the function across sites.
• Must be able to guide direct projects and business initiatives.
• Financial, research and statistical skills to resolve complex and conflicting goals.
• Demonstrate Green Certification of at least two discipline (Lean, Six Sigma or Industrial Engineering).

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

located in

What a typical day looks like:

• Work as a change agent and drive lean and six sigma activities as defined in the GBE A3.
• Applying and deploying Flex Lean Enterprise Values across the entire organization.
• In charge of eliminating waste and create value by reducing variation in the processes to achieve sustainable results throughout the organization and segment.
• Utilize Continuous Improvement (Kaizen) techniques, initiate process improvements, cycle time reductions, cost reductions and other activities aimed at reducing/eliminating non-value-added activities in the process.
• Create and validate processes/standards based on standard work and BPs
• Identify, Drive and Yokoten Best practices-based Kaizen projects on the accord timelines
• Conduct Industrial Engineering lean and six sigma training and accelerate the proliferation of Lean culture thru out the organization by guiding and facilitating Continues Improvement Lean Deployment.
• Perform assessment of Continuous Improvement Maturity Tracker (CIMT) Operation/Supply chain/Office and drive initiatives to close gaps.
• Agile participate in the selection and executions of lean and six sigma projects.
• Transformation (continuous workshop in 90 days). Facilitate Continues Improvement Transformation activities through Kaizen, workshops, and Small Group Activities.
• Comprehend and use Center point portal as depository to enable data research and cost saving effectiveness
• Achieve Industrial, Lean & 6 sigma training & Certification in order to become subject matter expert in the organization

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience.
• Demonstrates functional, technical skills as well as customer service attitude (external and internal).
• Teamwork participation to enable project improvement.
• Demonstrates detailed expertise in very complex functional/technical area or broad breadth of knowledge in multiple areas Comprehends the strategic & tactical impact of the function across sites.
• Must be able to guide direct projects and business initiatives.
• Financial, research and statistical skills to resolve complex and conflicting goals.
• Demonstrate Green Certification of at least two discipline (Lean, Six Sigma or Industrial Engineering).

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Primary Tasks and Qualifications

• Revenue & Forecas t: Responsible and accountable for regional forecasting of different revenue types for all accounts within the region and potentially for strategic accounts worldwide. Support the forecasting operating model and participation in the yearly 5-year forecast outlook created during the strategic planning period.

• Customer Engagement: Highly proficient at managing all customer engagements as well as proactively anticipating customer needs and requests. This includes preparing for customer meetings with regular checkpoints to drive alignment with the appropriate stakeholders. Has foresight to develop long term strategies in alignment with the KLA enterprise. Cultivates meaningful relationships at key accounts beyond normal interface relationships including Director and Executive levels. Engages with a sense of urgency to address customer experience escalations and can lead recovery of service delivery to agreed levels with “get well / stay well” plans

• Service Contract Renewal Closure: Lead contract renewal negotiations with little to no management support. Capable of negotiating deals at customer VP levels. Capable of performing detailed data analysis to identify key performance indicators, culminating in the development of a focused, actionable single sales objective. Utilize Miller-Heiman or equivalent sales processes. Follow the KLA Services renewal deliverables, best known methods and adopt the renewal operating model to lead the deal reviews with the appropriate approvers

• Product and Services Alignment : Drive alignment with the business unit and regional division business development leads to optimize the tool, service price, and total cost of ownership and ensure KLAS is positioned appropriately with the customer to gain adoption. Ensure that regional team members also adopt the product and service alignment strategy. Host KLA “service pitches” with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the value of service contract is communicated. Support the operating model to prioritize the “service pitches” and the drive support from product marketing for the appropriate collateral

• Financial Metrics & BSC Initiatives : Accountable for financial KPIs (ASP, Market Share, Gross Margin and contract penetration) in the region. Report the KPIs in the BD monthly business review. Understand the KPI drivers (positive or negative). Develop plans to improve the KPIs in alignment with the business goals and consistent with annual BSC growth targets. As a result of strategic planning initiatives, this individual can take a concept or idea from strategic planning environmental issues and creating a strategic initiative around it. This includes developing a plan or record, aligned across multiple functions. The individual may be required to justify investment and ROI. The initiative may then need to be budgeted, and a scoring mechanism defined to track progress to plan including reporting of BSC progress and justifies scoring to HQ Exec team

• Strategic Planning: Independently drives strategic planning activity, phases 1/2/3. Develop HQ PPT material. Present strategic plan to executives beyond KLAS

• Accountability to KLA Enterprise & Operating Model : Ability to manage KLAS business through the adoption of the existing operating models like the contract renewal process. This individual must have the ability to define new operating models with their regional BD counterparts in other regions and then drive adoption of those operating models in the organization.

• Business Acumen : Demonstrates strong business acumen; ability to assess short term and long-term impact, anticipating future challenges and avoiding unintended consequences.

• Cross Collaboration : Ability to motivate and drive action across teams, BUs, or Divisions. Should have influence and respect of divisional management throughout the KLA Enterprise.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree with 15 years of experience in Semiconductor capital equipment systems or service sales. Knowledge of KLA inspection and metrology equipment or broader market OEM knowledge such as process tools used in the manufacturing of semiconductors.

• Experience managing large commercial engagements with a strong track record of closing. Ability to manage a team of individuals both domestic and internationally.

• Expert at building effective working relationships with key customers at VP levels and above.

• Adept at leveraging existing internal processes and the ability to develop / create new processes is a must in order to enable scale in the organization.

• Ability to speak a 2nd language, specifically Japanese, would be considered an additional bonus.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Level Degree with a minimum of 13 years of relevant experience OR Bachelor Level Degree with a mimumum of 15 years of relevant experience.

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Key Responsibilities:

• End-to-End Supplier Management: Responsible for global supplier relationships, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Implement the aligned global category strategies with assigned suppliers.
• RFQ/RFP Development & Negotiation: Develop and coordinate RFQs and RFPs within the supply base. Drive negotiation and contract process with assigned suppliers and relevant internal global customers.
• Performance & Improvement: Lead the supplier performance process and coordinate quarterly business reviews with the executive team. Manage and report on key performance metrics related to supplier performance and efficiency improvements.
• Risk Mitigation & Leadership: Identify supplier risk and work with assigned suppliers to develop global multi-functional mitigation plans to ensure supply chain resiliency.
• Strategic Assignments: Manage critical assignments tied to key Global Operations strategic plans. Customers may be internal and/or external.
• Supplier Development: Develop and implement plans for efficiency improvements. Initiate programs to improve quality, cost, and delivery performance.
• Contract Negotiation: Secure favorable terms with suppliers and partners. Ensure alignment with business and operations requirement.
• Market Analysis & Relationship Building: Analyze market trends and supply chain metrics. Build positive relationships with internal customers and external vendors.
• Technical Analysis: Ability to perform technical analysis required to support global capacity assessments, forecasting improvements & supplier financial status.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering, science, business, or a related field. A master’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred

• Global Supply Chain/Procurement of 8 years or 6 years of a relevant technical field with 2 years of Supply Chain/Procurement experience. The relevant technical specialties may include the following: technical sales, R&D engineering, program management or new product introduction.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years

• 25% travel domestic or international

• Implement strategic supplier initiatives that map to and support overall business strategies.

• Experience with Lean Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

• Proficiency in supply chain management systems and tools.

• Strong technical, business, interpersonal and negotiation skills.

• Work multi-functionally between internal groups to achieve common business objectives.

• Able to ensure compliance with company standard processes, policies, procedures, and external compliance requirements

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Leadership and Management

• Lead and mentor a team of algorithm engineers and leaders, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for the Algorithm group, aligning with the company's overall objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software, hardware, and product development to integrate algorithm solutions into products.

Algorithm Development

• Oversee the development and optimization of conventional signal processing algorithms.
• Drive the research and implementation of AI and Deep Learning solutions to enhance product capabilities.
• Ensure the robustness, scalability, and performance of algorithmic solutions.

Project Management

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and quality of outcomes.
• Allocate resources effectively and adjust priorities based on project needs and business goals.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.

Leadership Development and Succession Planning

• Identify and nurture high-potential team members, providing opportunities for growth and development

Technical Expertise

• Connect product and application requirements to algorithm requirements, capabilities and success criteria.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in signal processing, AI, and Deep Learning technologies.
• Provide technical direction and support to the team, guiding the development of and promoting innovative solutions.
• Evaluate and integrate new tools, frameworks, and methodologies to improve algorithm development processes.

Cross-Division Collaboration

• Foster strong relationships with other divisions to ensure alignment and synergy in achieving company-wide goals.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between the Algorithm group and other departments, such as marketing, sales, and customer service.
• Leverage cross-division expertise to enhance the development and implementation of algorithmic solutions.

Qualifications:

• PhD or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with a focus on signal processing and AI/Deep Learning.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in algorithm development, with a strong emphasis on conventional signal processing and AI/Deep Learning.
• Proven track record of leading and managing large high-performing technical teams.
• Experience in project management and delivering complex technical projects on time and within budget.
• Deep understanding of signal processing techniques and AI/Deep Learning algorithms.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, etc.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the semiconductor industry or related fields.
• Knowledge of GPU programming and optimization.
• Experienced with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Keras.
• Experience in development of High-Performance Compute systems to support image capture and signal processing algorithms

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to lead a dynamic and innovative team.
• Work on cutting-edge technologies and make a significant impact on product development.
• Highly collaborative work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate (Academic) with minimum of 12 years of relevant experience OR
• Master’s Level Degree with minimum of 15 years of relevant experience OR
• Bachelor’s Level Degree with minimum of 17 years of relevant experience

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