Buyer|Cost/Inventory management

About the role

Join KLA’s global supply chain team and play a key role in ensuring seamless production by driving material availability, supplier performance, and cost optimization in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.

Responsibilities

• Procure direct materials, components, and equipment aligned with MRP and reorder point signals to support uninterrupted production
• Analyze planning reports and proactively manage supply to meet production schedules and customer demand
• Drive gross margin improvement through strategic supplier negotiations, cost reductions, localization, and minimizing expediting costs and purchase price variance
• Partner with suppliers to reduce lead times through cycle time improvements, hedging strategies, and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs
• Execute purchase orders with precision and resolve supplier issues related to quality, capacity, and supply continuity
• Collaborate closely with suppliers to manage schedule changes (expedites or delays) and consistently achieve on-time delivery targets
• Participate in supplier business reviews, delivering actionable feedback to strengthen supplier performance and accountability
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of supplier claims related to ECO (Engineering Change Orders) and EOM activities
• Lead EOL (End of Life) material strategies, including last-time buys, and partner with engineering to identify alternative solutions
• Drive inventory optimization by reducing excess and obsolete materials; collaborate with Inventory Analysts during quarterly E&ND reviews and execute action plans
• Improve inventory turns through effective MRB disposition and timely RTV processing
• Conduct quarterly safety stock reviews to balance service levels, risk, and inventory efficiency

Requirements

• Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years; or equivalent work experience

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years; or equivalent work experience

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Experience with procurement and supply chain management
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Base Pay Range: $77,800.00 - $132,300.00 Annually
• Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA
• Additional benefits include 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.

Pay

• Pay Range: $77,800.00 - $132,300.00 Annually

Schedule

• Not specified