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    Global Category Manager - Ann Arbor, United States - KLA

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    Base Pay Range: $94, $161,300.00 Annually

    Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA

    KLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits identified below. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits identified below. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed above reflects the minimum and maximum pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

    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.

    Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

    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 in 2019 we invested 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.

    Opportunity for high impact performer to develop and drive global strategies. High visibility role that regularly interacts with procurement, engineering, quality, and product teams. Position is based at our growing Headquarters-2 in Ann Arbor, MI. Join a growing strategic supply chain team that directly impacts change across our global supply base and within KLA
    • Develop and drive global strategic category strategies for Image Compute across all sites
    • Develop and negotiate RFQ/RFP within the Image Compute category
    • Drive negotiation process with supplier and relevant internal global stakeholders
    • Leads supply agreements & contracts management process for assigned categories/suppliers
    • Evaluate HPC market and incorporate impact within global category and key supplier strategies
    • Assess all lead time drivers with critical suppliers & subcomponents to optimize global deliveries
    • Develop and foster critical supplier relationships to ensure mutual strategies & deliverables are properly communicated and understood. You will own the supplier relationship globally
    • Partner with Engineering teams to align the technology road map with critical suppliers
    • Lead the supplier performance process and coordinate quarterly business reviews with the executive team
    • Drive continuous improvement within category to enhance critical suppliers KPI's
    • Identify supplier risk and develop global multi-functional mitigation plans to ensure supply chain resiliency
    • Understand computational processes and network architecture that support high bandwidth required for transferring large datasets. GPUs, FPGAs, Memory Systems and Networking


    Minimum Qualifications
    • Proven technical, business, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
    • Work multi-functionally between internal global groups to achieve common business objectives
    • Professional experience within the HPC industry or products is strongly preferred
    • Education: Positions require a minimum of a BS Degree in a technical engineering field or equivalent; in addition, an MBA is preferred
    • Global Supply Chain/Procurement of 10 years or 4 years of a relevant technical field with 4 years of Supply Chain/Procurement experience. The relevant technical specialties may include the following: technical sales, R&D engineering, program management or new product introduction
    • On-site presence at KLA Ann Arbor is required at least 3 days per week.
    • Domestic and international travel is required (~25%)


    The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including but not limited to the following: 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.

    KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. 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 or at to request accommodation.


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