KLA Corporation
Buyer
Ann Arbor, MI
Sponsorship not specified$78k-$132kDetected 4 days ago
Machine LearningData AnalysisSupply ChainProblem Solving
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47Sponsors, lottery-bound
Cap-exempt (no lottery)0
Sponsors this role78
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level II)66
Fits your clock70
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About the role
- To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and...
- To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale-faster and better than ever before.
- Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.
Responsibilities
- Procure direct materials, components, and equipment aligned with MRP and reorder point signals to support uninterrupted production
- Analyze planning reports and proactively manage supply to meet production schedules and customer demand
- Drive gross margin improvement through strategic supplier negotiations, cost reductions, localization, and minimizing expediting costs and purchase price variance
- Partner with suppliers to reduce lead times through cycle time improvements, hedging strategies, and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs
- Collaborate closely with suppliers to manage schedule changes (expedites or delays) and consistently achieve on-time delivery targets
- Lead EOL (End of Life) material strategies, including last-time buys, and partner with engineering to identify alternative solutions
- Drive inventory optimization by reducing excess and obsolete materials
- collaborate with Inventory Analysts during quarterly E&ND reviews and execute action plans
- Drive inventory optimization by reducing excess and obsolete materials; collaborate with Inventory Analysts during quarterly E&ND reviews and execute action plans
Requirements
- Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years
- Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years
Compensation
- $77,800.00 - $132,300.00 AnnuallyPrimary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA
- 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.
Benefits
- Conduct quarterly safety stock reviews to balance service levels, risk, and inventory efficiency
- Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed.
Equal opportunity
- Statement
- 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.
- KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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