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. We provide advanced process control and process-enabling solutions for manufacturing wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. In close collaboration with leading customers across the globe, our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers design solutions that move the world forward.SPTS wafer processing solutions include market-leading silicon etch, dielectric etch, dry-release etch, PVD, PECVD and molecular vapor deposition (MVD®), available with a range of wafer-handling options applicable to R&D, pilot production, or volume production environments. SPTS is headquartered and has its main manufacturing facility in Newport, UK, with additional manufacturing in Allentown, Pennsylvania. SPTS operates across 19 countries in Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and offers comprehensive service and spare parts support through a worldwide network of service centers and qualified local agents.

Job Description

SPTS Technologies, a KLA company, 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. We provide advanced process control and process-enabling solutions for manufacturing wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. In close collaboration with leading customers across the globe, our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers design solutions that move the world forward.

Group/Division

SPTS wafer processing solutions include market-leading silicon etch, dielectric etch, dry-release etch, PVD, PECVD and molecular vapor deposition (MVD®), available with a range of wafer-handling options applicable to R&D, pilot production, or volume production environments. SPTS is headquartered and has its main manufacturing facility in Newport, UK, with additional manufacturing in Allentown, Pennsylvania. SPTS operates across 19 countries in Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and offers comprehensive service and spare parts support through a worldwide network of service centers and qualified local agents.

Job Description:

We are currently developing and growing the UK supply chain for KLA. This role offers a great growth opportunity as you seek to drive a vast array of exciting projects to deliver this growth. You will be able to lead people and projects across commodity areas (mechanical, electrical, OEM etc.) and take ownership of a team of Commodity Engineers and Commodity Specialists at mid to senior career level.

The role involves developing and implementing strategic procurement operations, ensuring that the supply chain is set up at the right quality level, with optimised capacity, has capability aligned with New Product Introduction and is underpinned by good cost control. You will also be confident in shaping and sizing your successful team to deliver positive outcomes for KLA.

In this role you will establish friendly, professional, and positive relationships with suppliers, colleagues and leaders involved in material delivery. Much of your work will be on a global basis and be a strong negotiator with the ability to influence decision making at executive level with clients and at KLA.

The right person will have the ambition to succeed in role, growing the department both in size and remit, and progress within the company. With an understanding of the requirements of sophisticated mechanical and electrical assembly supply you'll shape our supply chain to meet the demands of rapid R&D development, volume production and newly in-sourced products.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimise efficiency and reduce costs.

Initiate, develop and lead new supplier relationships to develop supply chain capacity and capability and draft initial supplier contracts before handover of accounts

Oversee the first article procurement process, from identifying potential suppliers to leading the initial part delivery and production ramp. Involvement in the Product Life-cycle creating strategic purchasing plans for new products that consider quality, lead-time, volume, specialist capability and cost.

Collaborate closely with the operational purchasing function to understand their procurement needs and provide solutions.

Drive part cost down annually, without compromising quality or delivery, to grow Gross Margin.

Monitor market trends and perform analysis to make informed procurement decisions and ensure adverse cost variance is mitigated due to changes in the macro-economic and political landscape.

Ensure supply chain compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related experience. MBA or equivalent would be helpful.
• Ideally qualified to CIPS Level 5 or above, MCIPS
• Proven experience in a Senior strategic procurement role with management of people in a technical engineering context
• Evidence of strong negotiation and decision-making skills.
• Excellent understanding of procurement processes and market dynamics.

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.

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