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.

Group/Division

The Information Technology (IT) group at KLA is involved in every aspect of the global business. IT’s mission is to enable business growth and productivity by connecting people, process, and technology. It focuses not only on enhancing the technology that enables our business to thrive but also on how employees use and are empowered by technology. This integrated approach to customer service, creativity and technological excellence enables employee productivity, business analytics, and process excellence.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

As a Planner at KLA, you will be responsible to lead and manage end to end the production plan to enable and meet customer needs and according to leading Operational KPIs

You will work closely with other disciplines including MS-CA, Purchasing, Engineering, Logistics, Production, Quality, Finance and R&D.

*This is temporary position for 18 months

Build accurate production plan for meeting demand while maintaining production and inventory policies established by analyzing performance, identifying trends, proposing alternatives, and real-time risk management eliminating delivery risks along the supply chain
MRP release and BOM management (NPI and ECO)
Work to resolve labor and material shortages, backlogs and other potential schedule interruptions. Identify, negotiate, and resolve conflicts of supply (materials and capacity) to ensure optimal outcome of production plan
Inventory
Determine inventory policy
Analyzing inventory trends
ENND simulation
Material utilization
Physical count

Minimum Qualifications

BSc in industrial & management engineering or equivalent
Up to 2 years of experience in multidisciplinary planning/operations/supply chain
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Excellent English - writing, speaking & reading
High analytical skills and ability to work with advanced analysis BI tools
Working non-routine hours
Ability to work independently, under pressure and in a group
highly organized with the ability to meet deadlines
Experience with ERP
Independent, assertive, “Out of the box” thinker, problem solver

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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