Supply Chain Specialist (Front-End)

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

Role Purpose

Address increasing supply chain complexity and sub-tier dependencies

Provide dedicated resources to debottleneck critical suppliers

Improve supply assurance during ramp / constrained environments

Enable faster issue resolution vs traditional buyer structure

Build longer-term visibility and capability across shared sub-tier suppliers

Key Responsibilities

1. Sub-Tier Supply Chain Management

Track demand vs. supply across critical sub-tier suppliers (not just direct suppliers)

Monitor supplier PO placement and fulfillment status downstream

Validate that sub-tier suppliers have received orders, have capacity, and can deliver on time

Develop visibility into multi-tier supply chain constraints and risks

2. Supply Bottleneck Resolution / Debottlenecking

Identify and prioritize supply chain bottlenecks impacting key programs

Lead cross-functional and supplier engagements to remove constraints

Drive recovery plans for shortages, late deliveries, and capacity issues

Focus on critical parts / constrained commodities impacting output

3. Supplier Escalation Ownership

Act as primary escalation point for complex supplier and sub-tier issues

Conduct deep-dive follow-ups across supplier tiers until resolution

Coordinate escalation across suppliers, sub-suppliers, and internal stakeholders

Ensure timely closure of high-impact supply disruptions

4. Strategic Supply Chain Coordination

Work across assigned divisions to align supply priorities

Identify common sub-tier suppliers and consolidation opportunities

Support development of shared supply chain capabilities across divisions

Contribute to longer-term strategy for cross-site / cross-business supply resilience

5. Supply Assurance & Ramp Support

Support business ramp and demand surges by ensuring supply readiness

Partner with planning and procurement teams to align supply commitments

Anticipate risks and ensure proactive mitigation plans are in place

Drive continuity planning for critical materials and components

6. Data Tracking & Visibility

Monitor and manage key supply chain metrics:

Suppliers’ commit vs. actual delivery

Sub-tier readiness and capacity

Shortage / backlog tracking

Develop clear dashboards and reports for leadership visibility

Provide inputs for operations, management reviews, and escalation forums

7. Continuous Improvement & Capability Building

Identify structural gaps in multi-tier supply visibility

Implement processes to enhance tracking of sub-tier supply risks

Support development of playbooks for supplier escalation and recovery

Drive long-term improvements in supply chain resilience and response speed

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field

5+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or supplier management

Experience in high-mix, complex manufacturing environment (e.g., semiconductor, equipment)

Familiarity with supplier ecosystems and multi-tier supply chains

Key Skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical capability (high ambiguity environment)

Deep supplier management and escalation handling skills

Ability to navigate cross-functional and cross-company stakeholders

Data-driven decision-making (Excel/Power BI / ERP tools)

Strong communication and influence skills

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.

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