Strategic Supply Chain Engineer – Technical Sourcing & NPI

KLA; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA in Singapore is seeking a procurement professional to lead technical sourcing and contract management for components and subsystems, partnering with global suppliers. You will drive supplier audits, business reviews, and risk mitigation while aligning with program milestones; travel may be required.

This role offers exposure to cutting-edge metrology technologies and a path for both early-career and experienced professionals to shape the future of electronics.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in a technical engineering field or equivalent.
• Experience in engineering/product development and manufacturing operations, supply chain, or procurement.
• Strong technical, business, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Able to develop and execute sourcing strategies that map to and support overall business strategies.
• Able to lead complex supplier relationships and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for technical sourcing, contracting and contract management, supplier relationship management, and program management of technical components, subsystems, and systems that are developed with and/or procured from our supply chain.
• Perform Supplier Process Audit for manufacturing & quality excellence and cost reduction improvements.
• Contribute, lead, and manage at all organizational levels, both internally and externally to ensure timely achievement of milestones, effective supplier relationship and contract management, and on-time delivery of high quality material goods and services at the lowest possible costs.
• Lead, co-ordinate, and manage supplier business reviews.
• Support, lead, and manage the early involvement of key suppliers in our technology and NPI programs managing the sometimes conflicting technical and business challenges.
• Support, lead, and manage the achievement of all business objectives, including technology and product requirements, cost reductions, product improvements, and problem resolutions.

Skills

Negotiation

Sourcing strategy

Supplier relationships

Strategic thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

BS Degree in engineering

Job description

KLA in Singapore is seeking a procurement professional to lead technical sourcing and contract management for components and subsystems, partnering with global suppliers. You will drive supplier audits, business reviews, and risk mitigation while aligning with program milestones; travel may be required.

This role offers exposure to cutting-edge metrology technologies and a path for both early-career and experienced professionals to shape the future of electronics.