KLA Supplier Business Manager - Staging Tools 

United States, California, Milpitas 

288497061

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supplier management & alignment of sourcing strategy for the category of Stages with a strong focus on subcategories like Isolators, Encoders, Controllers, Air bearings, Granite etc

• Support NPI team on commercial and technical sourcing, supplier relationship management, and program management of technical components, subsystems, and systems that are developed with and/or procured from our supply chain

• Market research, identification, screening and qualification of new suppliers to meet KLA’s technical and commercial roadmap

• Drive cost savings initiatives and support customer concerns

• Understand, negotiate & align terms of Purchase Agreement

• Coordinate & lead supplier business reviews and scorecards

• Lead, and run cross-functional and cross-divisional teams to ensure timely achievement of landmarks, effective supplier relationship management, and ensure business continuity through effective risk management

• Maintain capability matrix for all key suppliers, track critical metrics on supplier performance and make sure an effective supply base is available to meet organizational needs

• Support risk management initiatives and lead escalations for assigned suppliers

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. MBA is preferred, but not required

• Six (6) years of relevant confirmed experience in supply chain management and technical sourcing

• Knowledge and Experience within the Semiconductor Industry required especially in Stages, Precision Mechanics or Mechatronics

• Ability to develop and complete sourcing strategies that map to and support overall business strategies

• Ability to lead complex supplier relationships and negotiations

• Requires a blend of technical and business expertise as well as solid interpersonal and negotiation skills to supply, lead, and manage at all organizational levels, both internally and externally

• Experience negotiating complex supplier agreements

• Ability to analyze large amounts of data and recommend actions or strategies from the analysis

• Ability to drive technical solutions both internally and externally

• Experience in working with global cross-functional teams

• Domestic and international travel may be required. (<=20%)

• Good project management, communication, negotiation and presentation skills

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

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