Strategic Electronics Buyer

KLA; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

KLA is seeking a procurement professional in Totowa, NJ to support direct materials purchasing, supplier coordination, and RFP management. The role focuses on ensuring material availability and aligning supplier activity with the production plan and build schedule.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of buyer experience in a controlled manufacturing setting, with ERP system expertise (SAP or similar). Work involves cross-functional collaboration and ongoing supplier performance monitoring.

Qualifications

• 2 years of buyer experience in a controlled manufacturing environment (semiconductor, electromechanical)
• Experience in high-mix components and assemblies
• SAP or similar ERP experience

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders for direct materials per MRP or reorder point
• Ensure timely materials availability per planning requirements and build plan
• Review reports to mitigate shortages (Open order, WIP Shortage)
• Communicate with suppliers for on-time or delayed deliveries to align with plan
• Manage the RFP process from creation to bid evaluation and vendor selection
• Coordinate with suppliers on non-conformances and MRB replacements or repairs
• Coordinate ECOs and phasing in of new revisions
• Work with Inventory Analyst during END review and proposed actions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of procured materials and services
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and maintain records

Skills

Buyer experience

Data analytics

SAP or ERP experience

Education

Master's degree in a related field

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

KLA is seeking a procurement professional in Totowa, NJ to support direct materials purchasing, supplier coordination, and RFP management. The role focuses on ensuring material availability and aligning supplier activity with the production plan and build schedule.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of buyer experience in a controlled manufacturing setting, with ERP system expertise (SAP or similar). Work involves cross-functional collaboration and ongoing supplier performance monitoring.