Manager, Corporate Strategy

KLA•Milpitas, CA

4d•$163,000 - $277,100•Onsite

About The Position

The Corporate Business Development (CBD) Team reports to the CFO and is responsible for identifying and acquiring new business lines that align with the company’s strategic goals. The team works closely with other corporate functions and business units to evaluate external opportunities, complete acquisitions that build shareholder value, and integrate them into KLA. This role is similar to product or strategic marketing within a business unit and requires a mix of technical, financial, communication, and marketing skills.

Requirements

Minimum 6 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, preferably in a corporate marketing, strategic marketing, or product marketing role
Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, interpersonal skills, and strong work ethics.
Candidate will be required to present results to VP level leadership.
Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 5 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 12 years.
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or Physics

Nice To Haves

Experience as an analyst in investment banking or at a top consulting company preferred
MBA

Responsibilities

Evaluate companies in terms of individual business lines & market segments
Analyze business drivers, competitors, and customer dynamics
Identify risks and opportunities within companies and market segments
Develop insights into companies and their applications/segments
Stay updated on industry trends, customer technologies, and macroeconomic factors
Read, interpret, and summarize a high volume of business documents
Take initiative in conducting analysis independently
Create clear, well-designed presentations
Present findings clearly and persuasively
Network effectively across product teams and external sources while maintaining confidentiality
Attend conferences for market and data research