Sourcing Manager - Rack Systems Electrical

To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and... To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale—faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.

Group/Division

KLA has manufacturing sites worldwide. The Global Operations (GOPS) team, comprised of Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Installation and Quality, builds our leading-edge technology. GOPS partners with KLA's global supply base and design engineering teams to develop new products, working continuously to build better, faster and more cost-efficient solutions.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.

Key Responsibilities

Part 1 – Engineering Sourcing (Rack Architecture)

• Partner directly with Central Engineering to define and support rack architecture development and system roadmaps
• Own rack and system infrastructure sourcing strategy, including: networking, power distribution, cooling (air, RDHX, liquid), networking switches, rack-level integration
• Drive standardization and cost optimization across rack platforms, interconnects, and supporting infrastructure
• Lead supplier selection, qualification, and engagement for new product development and system evolution
• Drive continuous improvement of existing rack platforms across: cost, performance, and supply continuity
• Translate engineering requirements into clear sourcing strategies, RFQs, and supplier performance frameworks
• Ensure suppliers meet requirements for: performance, scalability, quality and reliability
• Act as the primary interface between Engineering and Supply Chain for rack infrastructure and subcomponent sourcing decisions
• Lead adjacent sourcing initiatives aligned to Central Engineering priorities (e.g., interconnects, integration, subsystems), where system-level ownership or cross-functional coordination is required

Part 2 – Supplier Business Manager - Rack Ecosystem

• Build and manage sub supplier relationships aligned with overarching Rack & Image Compute global Strategies.  Initial focus areas include:  networking switches, cables, tbd
• Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers; lead supplier governance and QBR cadence, capacity management and continuous improvement
• Ensure suppliers meet requirements for: performance, scalability, quality and reliability
• Work cross functionally across:  IMC Ecosystem, Contract Manufacturing Category, Engineering teams.  Contribute to Category Strategies
• Enhance suppliers' visibility to demand and outward forecast to ensure capacity road map.
• Negotiate supplier agreements to support capacity and supply strategies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in strategic sourcing and category management in technical industries
• Strong ability to operate across:
  • engineering teams
  • supplier ecosystems
  • commercial negotiations
• Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) and system-level sourcing
• Demonstrated capability in:
  • supplier strategy development
  • cost and contract negotiations
  • supplier performance management
• Ability to translate technical requirements into sourcing strategies

Minimum Qualifications

• 8 years of experience with a bachelor's degree OR 6 years experience with master's degree OR 3 years experience with a PHD; OR equivalent work experience

About KLA

We provide advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics that make electronics possible, tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics, we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place, join us.

Total Rewards

Base Pay Range: $102,200.00 - $149,867.00 Annually
Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA

KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: 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.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Use of AI Statement 

At KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews—whether virtual or in person—is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset.

Equal Opportunity Statement

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 [email protected] or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

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