Supply Chain Analyst

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 KLA Services team headquartered in Milpitas, CA is our service organization that consists of Service Sales and Marketing, Spares Supply Chain management, Field Operations, Engineering, Product Training, and Technical Support. The KLA Services organization partners with our field teams and customers in all business sectors to maintain the high performance and productivity of our products through a flexible portfolio of services. Our comprehensive services include: proactive management of tools to identify and improve performance; expertise in optics, image processing and motion control with worldwide service engineers, 24/7 technical support teams and knowledge management systems; and an extensive parts network to ensure worldwide availability of parts.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

We are seeking a motivated Supply Chain Analyst to support our growing Customer Spare and Part Escalation business within KLA Services (SSO). This role will focus on operational reporting and analytics, process improvement/design, and cross-collaboration to drive greater overall customer
experience. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, data-driven, and comfortable working with people and systems in a growing business environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze escalation demand trends, operational performance, and service fulfillment data to identify process gaps, inefficiencies, compliance risks, and improvement opportunities.

• Analyze operational data and performance to identify gaps, inefficiencies, and compliance

• Develop, maintain, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to backlog health, order fulfillment, service levels, lead times, and escalation rates across multiple demand types and priorities.

• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders including Operations, Planning, Logistics, IT, and Customer Support teams to resolve supply chain issues, improve workflows, and drive project completion.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on process standardization, automation, and KPI visibility to improve service performance and operational efficiency.

• Perform root cause analysis on order delays, backlog growth, inventory shortages, and system-related issues, providing actionable corrective and preventive recommendations.

• Monitor escalation demand patterns to identify recurring drivers, emerging risks, and opportunities to reduce expedited orders and improve planning accuracy.

• Ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy across multiple business intelligence and operational reporting platforms.

• Support business transformation initiatives by gathering, documenting, and validating SAP S/4HANA business requirements, process flows, and reporting needs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Analytics, or related fields

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Experience working with data, metrics, and reporting tools

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Vizio, Power BI, AI or similar analytic tools is a plus

• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across multiple teams

• Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset

• Experience in supply chain, order management, or logistics

• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or similar platforms

• Lean, Six Sigma, or process improvement methods

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years

Base Pay Range: $63,000.00 - $107,100.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-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.

               

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 talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

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