Sr. Buyer

Base Pay Range: $71,300.00 – $121,200.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA

KLAs 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 OverviewKLA 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 worlds leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrows 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 QualificationsResponsibilities

Purchase direct materials, components and equipment as driven by MRP

Review and analyze planning report to ensure timely materials availability for production

Drive Gross Margin Improvements through negotiations or localization with supplier on pricing, rework cost and minimizing expediting cost and purchase price variance

Responsible for materials lead time reduction by getting suppliers to improve cycle time, negotiating on hedges and VMI program

Ensure timely PO execution and address suppliers quality, capacity, materials issues that may affect supply

Communicate with suppliers for early or delayed deliveries as required, drive suppliers to meet on time delivery

Active participation on business review with suppliers and provide constructive feedback to help suppliers to improve their scores

Ensure accuracy and timeliness of claims from suppliers on ECO and EOM projects

Timely review and complete ECN and ECO changes so that production is not affected

Develop actions to minimize excess inventory

Work with Inventory Analyst by providing recommendation during quarterly E&ND review and follow through the action proposed

Drive to improve inventory turns by having quick execution on MRB and quick returns on RTV

Quarterly review of safety stock to ensure an optimal balance of supply vs inventory turns

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree with minimum 5 years of related industry experience in buying and production planning

Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Outlook and experience in SAP system is highly desirable

Experience in low-volume high-mix Manufacturing environment is a plus

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, financia