Senior Strategic NPI Sourcing Manager

KLA; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 129,700 - 220,500; Full time

Job summary

KLA in Milpitas, CA is seeking an NPI Sourcing Manager to lead strategic supplier engagements for breakthrough products in the semiconductor space.

You will collaborate across engineering, manufacturing and supply chain to drive cost, quality and delivery outcomes, while accelerating time-to-market and shaping supplier ecosystems with early engagement.

Strong technical foundation and experience in NPI and sourcing are essential, with willingness to travel 15-20% globally.

Qualifications

• A technical foundation (BS in Engineering or equivalent) with ability to engage on complex systems.
• Strong track record in NPI, sourcing strategy, and project management.
• Experience bridging engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain functions.
• Demonstrated ability to influence suppliers, negotiate effectively, and drive results under pressure.
• A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel (15-20%) to engage with global suppliers and teams.
• Proven experience in the semiconductor or capital equipment industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive a forward-looking sourcing strategy to accelerate new technology introduction.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, legal, and supply chain for execution from concept to volume production.
• Develop early supplier engagement, NDAs, development agreements, RFQs, SOWs, and purchase agreements.
• Own cost, quality and delivery outcomes; identify risks and mitigation aligned to goals.
• Build supplier relationships and lead negotiations balancing cost, innovation, and speed.
• Ensure PLC phase exit compliance while maintaining execution and supplier readiness.
• Align sourcing activities with category strategies and leverage scale.

Skills

NPI sourcing

Sourcing strategy

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Supplier negotiation

Influence and leadership

Education

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

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.

Group/Division

KLA has manufacturing sites across the globe, including Belgium, China, Germany, Israel, Singapore and Milpitas (CA). The Global Operations (GOPS) team, comprised of Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Installation, and Quality, is responsible for manufacturing our leading-edge technology. We partner with our world-wide supply base and our design engineering teams to bring new products to market. The GOPS team is continuously working to build our products Better, Faster, Cheaper.

Job Description / Preferred Qualifications

As an NPI Sourcing Manager, you will be at the forefront of bringing KLA's most advanced, next-generation technologies to life. You will lead technical sourcing strategy and supplier partnerships for breakthrough products-playing a critical role in shaping the future of semiconductor innovation.

Leveraging your strong technical acumen, you will orchestrate the sourcing of complex components, subsystems, and full systems, while collaborating across cross functional teams. Your ability to connect people, technology, and suppliers will directly influence the successful delivery of high-impact programs across KLA.

Job Description

• Drive Innovation Through Strategic Sourcing
  Champion a forward-looking sourcing strategy that accelerates new technology introduction and strengthens KLA's competitive edge.

• Lead Cross-Functional Execution
  Partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, legal, supply chain and other cross functional teams to ensure seamless program execution from concept through volume production.

• Shape Supplier Ecosystems Early
  Engage key suppliers early in the product lifecycle-leading development of sourcing packages (NDAs, Development Agreements, RFQs, SOWs, Purchase Agreements) and ensuring supplier readiness during and after development.

• Own Cost, Quality & Delivery Outcomes
  Take full ownership of NPI cost targets-proactively identifying risks, driving mitigation strategies, and ensuring alignment with quality, delivery, and technology goals.

• Influence and Negotiate with Impact
  Build strong supplier relationships and lead negotiations with confidence-balancing cost optimization with innovation, quality, and speed.

• Accelerate Time-to-Market
  Ensure compliance with PLC phase exit requirements while maintaining a relentless focus on execution excellence and supplier manufacturing readiness.

• Align to Category Strategies
  Collaborate with category managers to align sourcing activities with broader commodity strategies-leveraging business scale and enabling early supplier engagement.

What You Bring

• A technical foundation (BS in Engineering or equivalent technical experience) with the ability to engage deeply on complex systems and components

• Strong track record in NPI, sourcing strategy, and project management

• Experience bridging engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain functions

• Demonstrated ability to influence suppliers, negotiate effectively, and drive results under pressure

• A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with strong problem-solving skills

• Willingness to travel (15-20%) to engage with global suppliers and teams

• Proven experience in the semiconductor or capital equipment industry is a plus

Why This Role Matters

This is a high-impact role where you will directly shape how KLA delivers cutting-edge technology to its customers. You won't just manage sourcing-you'll enable innovation, influence product success, and build the supply ecosystem for the future.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years

Base Pay Range: $129,700.00 - $220,500.00 Annually. Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLAKLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. 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.

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 [e-mail] or at [phone] to request accommodation.