Sourcing Manager, Rack Systems Electrical

About the role

KLA, which makes inspection tools and metrology systems for electronics, is hiring a Sourcing Manager for its Rack Systems Electrical area within the Global Operations team. The role advances business priorities by delivering high-impact sourcing work, partnering with Central Engineering and the global supply base to deliver rack infrastructure and subcomponents.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with Central Engineering to define and support rack architecture development and system roadmaps
• Own the rack and system infrastructure sourcing strategy, covering networking, power distribution, cooling (air, RDHX, liquid), networking switches and rack-level integration
• Drive standardization and cost optimization across rack platforms, interconnects and supporting infrastructure
• Lead supplier selection, qualification and engagement, and drive continuous improvement of existing rack platforms in cost, performance and supply continuity
• Translate engineering requirements into sourcing strategies, RFQs and supplier performance frameworks, and act as the main interface between Engineering and Supply Chain
• Build and manage sub-supplier relationships, lead supplier governance, QBR cadence, capacity management and continuous improvement
• Negotiate supplier agreements to support capacity and supply strategies, and enhance suppliers' visibility to demand and forecasts

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent advanced degree and experience
• Or 6 years with a master's degree, or 3 years with a PhD, or equivalent work experience
• Experience in strategic sourcing and category management in technical industries
• Experience supporting new product introduction and system-level sourcing
• Ability to work in cross-functional environments with engineering and supply chain teams and to manage multiple complex workstreams

Required skills

• Supplier strategy development, cost and contract negotiation, and supplier performance management
• Ability to translate technical requirements into sourcing strategies

What we offer

• Base pay range of $102,200 to $149,867 annually
• Possible performance incentive programs and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching, ESPP, tuition reimbursement, EAP, paid time off and family care leave