The posting
To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and... To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale—faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.
Group/Division
KLA has manufacturing sites worldwide. The Global Operations (GOPS) team, comprised of Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Installation and Quality, builds our leading-edge technology. GOPS partners with KLA's global supply base and design engineering teams to develop new products, working continuously to build better, faster and more cost-efficient solutions.
What You'll Do
In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.
As an NPI Sourcing Manager, you will be at the forefront of bringing KLA’s most advanced, next-generation technologies to life. You will lead technical sourcing strategy and supplier partnerships for breakthrough products—playing a critical role in shaping the future of semiconductor innovation.
Leveraging your strong technical acumen, you will orchestrate the sourcing of complex components, subsystems, and full systems, while collaborating across cross functional teams. Your ability to connect people, technology, and suppliers will directly influence the successful delivery of high-impact programs across KLA.
Job Description
- Drive Innovation Through Strategic Sourcing Support a forward-looking sourcing strategy that accelerates new technology introduction and strengthens KLA’s competitive edge.
- Lead Cross-Functional Execution Partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, legal, supply chain and other cross functional teams to ensure seamless program execution from concept through volume production.
- Shape Supplier Ecosystems Early Engage key suppliers early in the product lifecycle—leading development of sourcing packages (NDAs, Development Agreements, RFQs, SOWs, Purchase Agreements) and ensuring supplier readiness during and after development.
- Own Cost, Quality & Delivery Outcomes Take ownership of NPI cost targets—proactively identifying risks, driving mitigation strategies, and ensuring alignment with quality, delivery, and technology goals.
- Influence and Negotiate with Impact Build strong supplier relationships and lead negotiations with confidence—balancing cost optimization with innovation, quality, and speed.
- Accelerate Time-to-Market Ensure compliance with PLC phase exit requirements while maintaining a relentless focus on execution excellence and supplier manufacturing readiness.
- Align to Category Strategies Collaborate with category managers to align sourcing activities with broader commodity strategies—leveraging business scale and enabling early supplier engagement.
What You Bring
- A technical foundation (BS in Engineering or equivalent technical experience) with the ability to engage deeply on complex systems and components
- A track record in NPI, sourcing strategy, and project management
- Experience bridging engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain functions
- Demonstrated ability to influence suppliers, negotiate effectively, and drive results under pressure
- A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with strong problem-solving skills
- Willingness to travel (15–20%) to engage with global suppliers and teams
- Proven experience in the semiconductor or capital equipment industry is a plus
Why This Role Matters
This is a high-impact role where you will directly shape how KLA delivers cutting-edge technology to its customers. You won’t just manage sourcing—you’ll enable innovation, influence product success, and build the supply ecosystem for the future.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 0 years related work experience; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years; OR equivalent experience
About KLA
We provide advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics that make electronics possible, tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics, we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place, join us.
Total Rewards
Base Pay Range: $106,700.00 - $181,400.00 Annually Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA
KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.
Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Use of AI Statement
At KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews—whether virtual or in person—is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset.
Equal Opportunity Statement
KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [email protected] or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.
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