At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead purchasing initiatives and develop supplier relationships in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join KLA, a leader in semiconductor solutions with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, a pension scheme, and a global bonus plan.
- Other info: Work in a state-of-the-art facility with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the tech industry while developing your skills in supply chain management.
- Qualifications: Degree in Supply Chain or Logistics Management and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Company Overview: The SPTS division of KLA designs, manufactures and markets wafer processing solutions for the global semiconductor and related industries. SPTS provides industry‑leading etch and deposition process technologies on a range of single wafer handling platforms. End‑market applications include micro‑electromechanical systems (MEMS), advanced packaging, LED, high‑speed RF device ICs and power semiconductors. SPTS is part of KLA Corporation which develops industry‑leading equipment and services that enable innovation throughout the electronics industry.
Job Overview: Location: Celtic Lakes, Newport. This role is based in the 237,000‑square‑foot Newport facility, which includes 25,000sqft of R&D clean rooms, 35,000sqft of state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing space and tool demo areas.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate key expedite capability.
- Lead time reduction initiatives with Purchasing / Spares Organisations.
- Undertake problem solving and trouble‑shooting.
- Cost reduction and inventory reduction initiatives.
- Develop & evaluate new suppliers.
- Develop good relationships with current suppliers.
- Summarise results in a written report or presentation formats.
- MRP / SAP understanding.
- Global supply chain and logistics initiatives.
- Develop and understand key SPTS purchasing processes.
- Generating SAP reports and creating controlled measures.
- Understanding and creating data to support KPIs.
- Measuring market conditions and identifying key global constraints.
- Interfacing with SPARES to support tool‑down scenario and for regional forecasts.
- Developing reports to support OTIF to SPARES >90%.
Qualifications:
- Degree in a Supply Chain or Logistics Management category.
- CIPS Accredited.
- Good communication skills.
- Good IT skills (minimum Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
Benefits:
- Annual leave starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays).
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Cash health plan.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Global bonus plan.
- Share scheme.
- Rewards scheme.
- Life assurance.
- Generous shift allowance and overtime premiums.
KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The company 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.
Buyer in Newport employer: KLA-Belgium
KLA is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture in Newport, Wales, where innovation thrives. Employees benefit from a competitive rewards package, including generous annual leave, a contributory pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative environment. With a commitment to diversity and flexible working arrangements, KLA empowers its team members to excel while contributing to cutting-edge advancements in the semiconductor industry.
