Spares Demand Planner
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Milpitas
Posted on: October 24, 2024
Job Description:
Base Pay Range: $67,700.00 - $115,100.00 AnnuallyPrimary
Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLAKLA's total rewards package for
employees may also include participation in performance incentive
programs and eligibility for additional benefits identified below.
Interns are eligible for some of the benefits identified below. Our
pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range
displayed above reflects the minimum and maximum pay for this
position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual
pay depends on several factors, including location, job-related
skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. If
applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay
range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
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 QualificationsKLA
Aftermarket Supply Chain Operations team seeks an organized
professional for the role of spares product planner to lead the
spare parts planning during the product life cycle for their
product lines.This person will functionally support the service
organization and one or more product families. The planner will
work closely with Product Support, Sales/Marketing, Procurement and
engineering to supervise installed base growth, handle global
inventory plans and levels, and the overall spares' business for
their product line. The spares planner will also be looking for
ways to optimize the spares stocking strategy and be working with
the supply chain team and manufacturing to find opportunities for
inventory reductions while maintaining customer happiness.The role
of Spares Planner will entail working on sophisticated issues where
analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of
variable factors.Responsibilities:
- Oversee spares plan for assigned product lines to ensure right
spare's inventory for current, mature, and new products are
positioned at the right place and time to support KLA
customers.
- Works closely with new product introduction leaders; supply
chain and procurement, for assigned products to ensure right spares
inventory strategies/plans to support KLA new product customers'
support strategies.
- Uses spare demand planning methodology coupled with survival
and statistical forecasting methodologies, to drive efficient
spares support strategy along with trend/variance root cause
analysis to resolve and drive corrective actions and improvements
with respective owners.
- Monitors and reports out metrics and KPIs such as fill rate
performance vs. field rate targets and planned inventory vs actual
inventory to see opportunities of increased agility while reducing
total inventory and cost of service; uses what-if scenario tools to
facilitate fast decision making.
- Maintains strong communication path with PSO (Product Support
Organization) ensuring cross functional knowledge transfer allowing
to implement and drive the best support plan for global
customers.
- Ensure that established fill rate performance targets and
inventory or service commitments are incorporated into the global
spare's plan.
- Lead and/or participate in cross-functional projects that
impact current and future fill rate performance.
- Partner with supply planning team and procurement to craft
supply chain solution recommendations and strategic/tactical plans
based on business data, commodity, and product knowledge; present
proposals and recommendations to senior management and leaders;
supervise and ensure implementation and execution.
- Supports and participates as required in projects, partnering
with advance analytics team to develop data sets and sophisticated
reports, dashboard with multiple and different analytics view;
dill-down options; dynamic pivot tables and charts, to facilitate
fast and effective supply chain and business decision making
- Occasional domestic and/or international travel may be
requiredPreferred Qualifications:
- Background in statistics and probability is a plus
- Experience with Tableau, Power BI or other business
intelligence/analytical tools/services is a plus
- Experience with SAP ERP system is a plusMinimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years
OR Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience
- Experience with multiple aspects of sophisticated supply chain
operations, including:
- Supply and demand management efficiency (upturn and
downturns)
- Achieving cost reductions
- Should enjoy a challenging and fast paced environment.
- Resolved, independent, yet a strong excellent teammate.
- Creative, innovative, and resourceful with a passion for speed,
agility, simplification, and proactive action
- Process oriented with shown experience turning big data into
relevant analyses that lead to actionable results for supply chain
operations
- Strong data and analytical skills and track record for crafting
processes to improve business performance
- Ability to efficiently deal with ambiguity, identify gaps, and
implement innovative solutions to increase operational
efficiency
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Lead thru curiosity and continuous improvements
- Effective communication and presentation skills
- Proficiency in MS ExcelThe company offers a total rewards
package that is competitive and comprehensive including but not
limited to the following: 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. KLA is
proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate
on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender
identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital
status, veteran status, disability status or any other status
protected by applicable law. 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.
Keywords: Disability Solutions, Redwood City , Spares Demand Planner, Other , Milpitas, California
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