Strategic Supply Chain Buyer for NPI & Supplier Risk

KLA-Belgium; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) matching

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

KLA in Milpitas, CA is seeking a Buyer to manage end-to-end supplier execution for NPI, Engineering and Production programs. You will own supplier relationships, drive commitments, and coordinate with Planning, Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality to ensure timely procurement and supplier readiness.

Responsibilities include monitoring supplier performance, mitigating risks, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and leading the HCL procurement support group to ensure SAP updates, PO

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher and related work experience
• Bachelor's degree or higher with related work experience
• Experience in semiconductor/electronics manufacturing environments preferred

Responsibilities

• Own supplier relationships and drive commitments with suppliers and commodities
• Monitor material availability, risk assessments, and coordinate mitigation plans
• Provide direction to HCL procurement back-office and ensure SLA compliance for transactional activities
• Govern and collaborate with HCL resources to ensure service-level targets are met
• Utilize SAP, ENOVIA, PLM tools to manage supplier performance and data

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Escalation management

SAP

ENOVIA

PLM systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

ENOVIA

PLM software

Job description

KLA in Milpitas, CA is seeking a Buyer to manage end-to-end supplier execution for NPI, Engineering and Production programs. You will own supplier relationships, drive commitments, and coordinate with Planning, Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality to ensure timely procurement and supplier readiness.

Responsibilities include monitoring supplier performance, mitigating risks, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and leading the HCL procurement support group to ensure SAP updates, PO