Material Planner

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

• Analyze build plans against inventory and supply chain data to determine material demand, generate MRP requirements, and provide forecasts to suppliers.
• Monitor and control material availability to support on-time product builds.
• Drive material flow from strategic forecasting through tool shipment.
• Plan production orders for Manufacturing, considering product demand, material availability, and production capacity.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Finance, Engineering, and Purchasing teams.
• Analyze supply and demand trends (internal and external) and generate reports to support business decisions.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field; alternatively, a B.A. with at least 2 years of planning experience.
• High proficiency in English.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and capable of independently driving challenging tasks to completion.

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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