Spares Demand Planner

KLA-Belgium; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 51,100 - 86,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and paid company holidays

Job summary

KLA-Belgium in Ann Arbor, MI, is seeking a Spare Parts Demand Planner to join its Aftermarket Supply Chain Operations. This role involves supporting service organizations, collaborating across departments, and optimizing inventory strategies. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Statistics, related experience with data analysis tools, and strong communication skills.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $51,100 – $86,900 annually and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Probability, or related field required.
• Experience with Tableau, Power BI, or other business intelligence/analytics tools preferred.
• Process-oriented with proven ability to turn data into actionable results.

Responsibilities

• Support the service organization and product families.
• Collaborate with various teams to supervise installed base growth.
• Optimize spares stocking strategy to reduce inventory.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical forecasting

Communication skills

Proficiency in MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics or related field

0 years related work experience

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

SAP ERP system

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. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays.

Group/Division

The KLA Services team headquartered in Milpitas, CA includes Service Sales and Marketing, Spares Supply Chain Management, Field Operations, Engineering, Product Training, and Technical Support. The organization partners with field teams and customers to maintain high performance and productivity through proactive tool management, 24/7 technical support, and an extensive parts network.

Job Description / Preferred Qualifications

Spare Parts Demand Planner – KLA Aftermarket Supply Chain Operations

Responsibilities

• Support the service organization and one or more product families.
• Collaborate with Product Support, Sales/Marketing, Procurement, and engineering to supervise installed base growth, lead global inventory plans, and manage the overall spare's business.
• Optimize spares stocking strategy and reduce inventory while maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Analyze data and situations, perform trend/variance root‑cause analysis, and drive corrective actions.
• Oversee spares plans for assigned product lines to ensure correct inventory for current, mature, and new products.
• Apply spare demand planning methodology, survival and statistical forecasting, and scenario tools to support optimal strategy.
• Monitor metrics and KPIs such as fill rate performance, inventory vs. actual inventory, and identify opportunities for agility and cost reduction.
• Maintain communication with Product Support Organization to ensure cross‑functional knowledge transfer.
• Partner with supply planning and procurement to design supply chain solutions and present recommendations to senior management.
• Participate in projects with the advanced analytics team to develop data sets, reports, dashboards, and pivot tables for effective decision making.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Probability, or related field (plus).
• Experience with Tableau, Power BI, or other business intelligence/analytics tools (plus).
• Experience with SAP ERP system (plus).
• Process‑oriented with proven ability to turn data into actionable results.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Level Degree.
• 0 years related work experience.
• Enjoy a challenging and fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, identify gaps, and implement innovative solutions.
• Lead through curiosity and continuous improvements.

Base Pay Range

$51,100.00 – $86,900.00 annually

Primary Location

USA – MI – Ann Arbor – KLA

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Health‑care, wellness, and employee assistance program.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Student debt assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off, paid company holidays, and family care leave.
• Development and career growth opportunities.
• Financial planning benefits.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

KLA is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified individuals with disabilities will receive reasonable accommodation throughout the application and interview process. For accommodation requests, contact [e-mail] or call [phone].