Regional Procurement Leader Germany & EU (Indirect), Hybrid
Apply locations Newport, United Kingdom time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id 2427006
Company Overview
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.
Job Description
Main objectives
In this role you will be responsible to manage daily purchasing activities for multi-categories on a strategic level. This function provides guidance and direction to all internal stakeholders and liaison with business owners and supplier representatives mainly for all German sites (but not limited to). Your goal is to enable the business to procure third party goods and services in a cost effective, professional manner while mitigating the financial and commercial risk for KLA. This is a Hybrid working model (office/remote) with 50% travel.
Responsibilities
Sourcing & processes
To be the Indirect Procurement Guidelines and Process Owner for Business within your responsible region
To lead/support, where required, strategic sourcing activities
To Lead/facilitate RFX, supplier selection and negotiation process
Evaluate, negotiate, and finalize contracts with suppliers
Work closely with the company legal department to make sure contracts and terms are compliant
Supplier Management
Lead and develop supplier relationships and integrate supplier expertise as appropriate to meet business strategy
Continually scouting for additional suppliers for ‘bottleneck’ segments or where dual sourcing is needed.
Monitor supplier performance, set KPI’s and act where under performing
Conduct regular XBR’s for strategic or key suppliers across region
Costs, TCO & savings
Developing sound, cost-effective strategies for your responsible region
Evaluating spending while seeking ways to improve and enhance the quality of products purchased and the timeliness of deliveries
Execute saving activities
Conducting cost analyses and setting benchmarks for improvement
Other
Handle critical issues and support the business navigate through them
Continuously extend understanding of current and potential suppliers
Interact with Accounts Payable for payment or other issues relating to vendors
Stay up to date of local laws and compliance
Support Contract Manager
Qualification & skills
Extensive proven experience in multi-category Procurement
Experience of working within a multi-functional and multi-national environment
Ability to influence stakeholders
Prioritizes work to provide the most efficient service possible.
Know-how to take ownership on whole procurement process from A-Z
German at mother tongue level, high command of the English language (must) + additional European language (nice to have)
Experience with SAP is an advantage
Personal profile
An enthusiastic individual who responds constructively to new ideas and inputs.
An effective communicator
A resilient individual with a continuous learning mindset.
A team player who actively develops and supports team members but is also an effective self-starter
A person with the natural ability to develop strong and long-lasting relationships
The KLA benefits package includes: Annual leave starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays), contributory pension scheme, cash health plan, cycle to work scheme, global bonus plan, share scheme, rewards scheme, and life assurance.
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
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Company Overview
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.
Job Description
Main objectives
In this role you will be responsible to manage daily purchasing activities for multi-categories on a strategic level. This function provides guidance and direction to all internal stakeholders and liaison with business owners and supplier representatives mainly for all German sites (but not limited to). Your goal is to enable the business to procure third party goods and services in a cost effective, professional manner while mitigating the financial and commercial risk for KLA. This is a Hybrid working model (office/remote) with 50% travel.
Responsibilities
Sourcing & processes
To be the Indirect Procurement Guidelines and Process Owner for Business within your responsible region
To lead/support, where required, strategic sourcing activities
To Lead/facilitate RFX, supplier selection and negotiation process
Evaluate, negotiate, and finalize contracts with suppliers
Work closely with the company legal department to make sure contracts and terms are compliant
Supplier Management
Lead and develop supplier relationships and integrate supplier expertise as appropriate to meet business strategy
Continually scouting for additional suppliers for ‘bottleneck’ segments or where dual sourcing is needed.
Monitor supplier performance, set KPI’s and act where under performing
Conduct regular XBR’s for strategic or key suppliers across region
Costs, TCO & savings
Developing sound, cost-effective strategies for your responsible region
Evaluating spending while seeking ways to improve and enhance the quality of products purchased and the timeliness of deliveries
Execute saving activities
Conducting cost analyses and setting benchmarks for improvement
Other
Handle critical issues and support the business navigate through them
Continuously extend understanding of current and potential suppliers
Interact with Accounts Payable for payment or other issues relating to vendors
Stay up to date of local laws and compliance
Support Contract Manager
Qualification & skills
Extensive proven experience in multi-category Procurement
Experience of working within a multi-functional and multi-national environment
Ability to influence stakeholders
Prioritizes work to provide the most efficient service possible.
Know-how to take ownership on whole procurement process from A-Z
German at mother tongue level, high command of the English language (must) + additional European language (nice to have)
Experience with SAP is an advantage
Personal profile
An enthusiastic individual who responds constructively to new ideas and inputs.
An effective communicator
A resilient individual with a continuous learning mindset.
A team player who actively develops and supports team members but is also an effective self-starter
A person with the natural ability to develop strong and long-lasting relationships
The KLA benefits package includes: Annual leave starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays), contributory pension scheme, cash health plan, cycle to work scheme, global bonus plan, share scheme, rewards scheme, and life assurance.
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
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