Buyer / Operativer Einkäufer*in (m/w/d)

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.

Group/Division

KLA has manufacturing sites across the globe, including Belgium, China, Germany, Israel, Singapore and Milpitas (CA). The Global Operations (GOPS) team, comprised of Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Installation, and Quality, is responsible for manufacturing our leading-edge technology. We partner with our world-wide supply base and our design engineering teams to bring new products to market. The GOPS team is continuously working to build our products Better, Faster, Cheaper.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Stellenbeschreibung

Wir suchen derzeit einen detailorientierten und proaktiven Einkäufer (m/w/d) zur Verstärkung unseres Teams. In dieser Funktion sind Sie verantwortlich für die termingerechte und kosteneffiziente Verfügbarkeit von Materialien, unterstützen das tägliche Einkaufsgeschäft und arbeiten eng mit Lieferanten sowie internen Stakeholdern zusammen. Der ideale Kandidat verfügt über fundierte Erfahrung im operativen Einkauf, zeichnet sich durch ausgeprägte analytische Fähigkeiten aus und fühlt sich in einem dynamischen, internationalen Umfeld wohl.

Hauptaufgaben:

Planung und Beschaffung von Maschinenkomponenten und Ersatzteilen in SAP

Sicherstellung einer termingerechten und kostenoptimierten Materialverfügbarkeit

Koordination von Lieferterminen durch regelmäßige Online-Meetings mit Lieferanten

Lösung von Lieferengpässen in Zusammenarbeit mit strategischen Einkäufern

Mitwirkung bei der Umsetzung von Maßnahmen zur Bestandsoptimierung

Pflege von Material- und Stammdaten in SAP

Unterstützung nationaler und internationaler Projekte

Job Description

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely and cost-effective availability of materials, supporting daily purchasing operations, and maintaining strong collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings solid experience in operational procurement, demonstrates strong analytical capabilities, and thrives in a dynamic, international environment.

Main Responsibilities:

Planning and procurement of machine components and spare parts in SAP

Ensuring timely and cost-optimized material availability

Coordinating delivery schedules through regular online meetings with suppliers

Resolving supply shortages in collaboration with strategic buyers

Contributing to the implementation of inventory optimization measures

Maintaining material and master data in SAP

Supporting national and international projects

Minimum Qualifications

Abgeschlossene kaufmännische Ausbildung, idealerweise mit Weiterbildung zum Fachwirt Einkauf oder Industriefachwirt.

Mindestens 2 Jahre Berufserfahrung im (operativen) Einkauf

Fließende Deutschkenntnisse sowie gute Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift

Gute Anwenderkenntnisse in SAP und Microsoft Office 365, insbesondere Excel

Ausgeprägte analytische Fähigkeiten, hohe Detailgenauigkeit und präzise Arbeitsweise

Interkulturelle Erfahrung von Vorteil

Completed commercial training, ideally with further qualification as a purchasing specialist

At least 2 years of professional experience in (operational) procurement

Fluent German and good English skills, both written and spoken

Solid user knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office 365, especially Excel

Strong analytical skills, high attention to detail, and a precise working style

Intercultural experience is an advantage

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.

Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA’s Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to talent.acquisition@kla.com to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.