Senior Strategic Category Buyer
Company Overview
The SPTS division of KLA designs, manufactures, and markets wafer processing solutions for the global semiconductor and related industries. SPTS provides industry-leading etch and deposition process technologies on a range of single wafer handling platforms. End-market applications include micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), advanced packaging, LED, high-speed RF device IC’s, and power semiconductors. SPTS is part of KLA Corporation, which develops industry-leading equipment and services that enable innovation throughout the electronics industry.
Job Description
Business Unit
Here at KLA, we design, develop, and manufacture high-tech machines for the global semiconductor market. Responsible for the growth of our world-leading wafer handling and process systems, the Commodity department is a growing strong team operating within the Operations group of KLA Wales, Newport. We are seeking an additional Strategic Buyer to join our team and support continued departmental and business growth!
KLA is proud to be an inclusive and diverse employer. To enhance our diverse workforce and business growth, we offer a flexible working culture. Please let us know how we can support your needs - full time, part time, job share, flexible hours.
Day to day responsibilities include:
* Own the strategic supply chain for new products to support the Product Lifecycle process, including the identification and cut-in of suppliers with new capabilities, creation of exclusivity deals with suppliers, and development of local suppliers to meet new demands.
* Lead strategies that optimise the supply chain to deliver high quality parts, consistently hit on-time delivery targets, and control cost reduction year-on-year.
* Develop a robust and agile supply chain for a category that will support the continuing growth plans of KLA, ensuring supply continuity as business demand flexes.
* Achieving smooth handover of suppliers, products, and contractual agreements to the tactical purchasing team.
* Track and improve against a backdrop of KPI’s aligned to internal and external customer requirements using analytical skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
* Consistently monitor processes and identify continual improvement to drive KLA forward, touching all areas of strategic supply chain.
* Conduct supplier visits both internally and externally to audit suppliers within the UK and abroad to evaluate capability, capacity, and process control.
KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
For this role we are looking for someone who:
* Is a strong negotiator with a proven background in category management.
* Can develop negotiation strategies ahead of customer meetings, using strong internal relationships to build leverage to support those strategies.
* Can demonstrate experience in supply chain strategic management.
* Has an in-depth understanding of supply processes to ensure that all opportunities for cost reduction are identified and delivered.
* Has knowledge of MRP/ERP systems with a good solid understanding of supply chain replenishment mechanisms; experience of SAP and Enovia (PLM) systems would be advantageous.
* Is target-driven and proactive with the desire to grow this role and support the development of a High Performing Team.
* Can work as part of an effective team or as an individual who can both utilise and support the team around them to achieve departmental goals, possessing strong and effective communication skills.
* Is a self-starter who will meet a diverse set of challenges in an efficient and effective manner and strives for excellence in project delivery.
Qualifications Summary:
* CIPS or MCIPS qualified or degree equivalent is desirable but not essential.
* Good IT Skills (minimum Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
What we will offer you?
KLA’s benefits package includes:
Annual leave starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays), contributory pension scheme, cash health plan, cycle to work scheme, global bonus plan, share scheme, rewards scheme, and life assurance.
Minimum Qualifications
We offer a competitive, family-friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.
KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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