Planning Supervisor (Front-End)

KLA-Belgium; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA is seeking a seasoned Production Planning Director to lead a high-performing team and own end-to-end planning across demand, capacity, and production in S&OP/IBP frameworks. You will standardize planning processes, drive data-driven decisions, and collaborate with operations, engineering, and supply chain to mitigate risks and execute new product ramps.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in a related field (Master’s preferred), 10+ years in production planning or operations in semiconductor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in production planning, supply chain, or operations in semiconductor/high-tech manufacturing.
• 5+ years leading planning teams in complex, matrixed organizations.
• Strong assembly/test operations and manufacturing flow expertise.
• Deep understanding of MRP, MPS, S&OP/IBP processes and long lead-time materials.
• Proven ability to drive process transformation, optimization, and cross-functional alignment.
• Advanced proficiency with SAP and strong Excel/data modeling skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and scale a high-performing production planning team.
• Own short- and long-term production plans aligned to demand.
• Lead S&OP/IBP integrated demand, supply, and production planning.
• Standardize and improve planning processes and systems.
• Provide strategic input to executives via scenario modeling and risk assessments.
• Oversee planning within ERP systems and ensure data integrity.
• Analyze demand, capacity, and supply to identify gaps and improvements.
• Define KPIs like forecast accuracy, inventory turns, cycle time.
• Plan readiness for NPI, ramps, lifecycle transitions.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and supply chain to mitigate risks.
• Support executive reviews with data-driven insights.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

MRP/MPS systems

Excel

Data modeling

Job description

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, develop, and scale a high-performing team of production planners, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
• Own the development and execution of short- and long-term production plans, ensuring alignment to customer demand, capacity constraints, and business objectives
• Drive end-to-end planning strategy, integrating demand, supply, and production plans within S&OP / IBP frameworks
• Establish, standardize, and continuously improve planning processes, systems, and best practices across the organization
• Provide strategic input to executive leadership through scenario modeling, capacity planning, and risk assessments
• Oversee planning execution within ERP and advanced planning systems (e.g., SAP, MRP/MPS), ensuring data integrity and process discipline
• Lead deep analysis of demand, capacity, and supply signals to identify gaps, risks, and optimization opportunities
• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), including forecast accuracy, inventory turns, cycle time, service levels, and on-time starts, driving accountability and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive planning readiness and execution for new product launches (NPI), product ramps, and lifecycle transitions
• Partner with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to proactively mitigate risks related to capacity constraints, material shortages, and supply disruptions
• Support executive reviews, audits, and operational readiness initiatives with data-driven insights and recommendations

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field (Master's degree preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in production planning, supply chain, or operations within a semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing environment
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing planning teams in complex, matrixed organizations
• Strong expertise in assembly/test operations and manufacturing flow
• Deep understanding of MRP, MPS, S&OP / IBP processes, and long lead-time material management
• Proven experience driving process transformation, system optimization, and cross-functional alignment
• Advanced proficiency with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and strong analytical capabilities (Excel, data modeling)

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer