NPI Sourcing Manager

KLA • Milpitas, CA

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About The Position

The NPI Sourcing Manager leads technical sourcing strategy and supplier partnerships for KLA’s next-generation products. The role sources complex components, subsystems, and full systems, and collaborates across functions to support high-impact programs and semiconductor innovation.

The manager supports sourcing strategies that advance new technology introduction and KLA’s competitive position. Working with engineering, manufacturing, legal, supply chain, and other teams, the role supports execution from concept through volume production. It engages suppliers early in the product lifecycle, develops sourcing packages and supplier readiness, and owns NPI cost targets while aligning cost, quality, delivery, and technology goals. The role also negotiates with suppliers, ensures compliance with PLC phase exit requirements, and aligns sourcing activities with category strategies.

The position requires a technical foundation, experience in NPI, sourcing strategy, and project management, and the ability to bridge engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain functions. Travel of 15–20% is required. Proven experience in the semiconductor or capital equipment industry is a plus.

Requirements

• A technical foundation, such as a BS in Engineering or equivalent technical experience, with the ability to engage deeply on complex systems and components.
• A track record in NPI, sourcing strategy, and project management.
• Experience bridging engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain functions.
• Demonstrated ability to influence suppliers, negotiate effectively, and drive results under pressure.
• A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel 15–20% to engage with global suppliers and teams.
• Minimum qualifications: Doctorate (Academic) degree and 0 years of related work experience; Master’s degree and 3 years of related work experience; Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related work experience; or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

• Proven experience in the semiconductor or capital equipment industry.

Responsibilities

• Support a forward-looking sourcing strategy that accelerates new technology introduction and strengthens KLA’s competitive edge.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, legal, supply chain, and other cross-functional teams to support program execution from concept through volume production.
• Engage key suppliers early in the product lifecycle and lead development of sourcing packages, including NDAs, Development Agreements, RFQs, SOWs, and Purchase Agreements.
• Ensure supplier readiness during and after development.
• Own NPI cost targets, identify risks, drive mitigation strategies, and align with quality, delivery, and technology goals.
• Build supplier relationships and lead negotiations, balancing cost optimization with innovation, quality, and speed.
• Ensure compliance with PLC phase exit requirements and maintain focus on execution excellence and supplier manufacturing readiness.
• Collaborate with category managers to align sourcing activities with broader commodity strategies, leverage business scale, and enable early supplier engagement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits.
• 401(k) with 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.
• Family care and bonding leave.
• Participation in performance incentive programs may also be available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level