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

The Supply Chain Specialist plays a critical role in driving supply chain performance across planning, execution, and strategic initiatives. This role operates across multiple areas of the supply chain-including inventory management, supply planning, product lifecycle transitions, and process improvement-depending on business priorities. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, comfortable with ambiguity, and able to influence cross-functional stakeholders to drive outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced, and evolving environments
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of loosely defined problems and drive them to resolution
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders without authority
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex topics clearly to leadership
• Adjusts quickly to changing business priorities and effectively manages multiple competing demands
• Understands the business impact of supply chain decisions and operational activitie
• Analyzes data and identifies trends to support planning and decision-making
• Makes routine operational decisions within established guidelines and processes
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of inventory management principles and their impact on business performance
• Supports cross-functional partners, including Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Planning, and Operations
• Proactively identifies and escalates supply chain risks, constraints, and potential disruptions
• Clearly communicates issues, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements and drives operational efficiencies
• Takes ownership of assigned workstreams and ensures timely execution of deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with large datasets (Excel required; Power BI, SQL, or similar tools preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field

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.