Data Analyst, Supply Chain

Position Overview

KLA is hiring a Data Analyst, Supply Chain with 5 - 10 years of experience based in the United States – Ann Arbor, MI with Hybrid ways of working. With global manufacturing sites in Belgium, China, Germany, Israel, Singapore, and Milpitas (CA), the Global Operations (GOPS) team is dedicated to building leading‐edge technology—Better, Faster, Cheaper. As a key member of our extraordinary Strategic Supplier Management (SSM) team, you will support the team by ensuring our supply base is prepared to meet a rapidly growing forecast.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a global supplier forecast using inputs from master scheduling and service.
• Communicate the forecast to management, supplier managers, and suppliers as needed.
• Utilize statistical concepts and theories to analyze data, validate trends, and construct predictive models to solve business problems.
• Establish a global tracking system for supplier readiness including targets, gaps, remedies, investments, lead times, and action status.
• Prepare executive-ready PowerPoint presentations.
• Coordinate analysis of supplier financials and proactively communicate critical findings to the strategic supply chain team.
• Oversee external market intelligence platforms and analyze market conditions impacting suppliers and category strategies.
• Supervise and analyze cost drivers within the global supply base.
• Drive projects aimed at improving systems within global operations.

Required Qualifications

• Strong supply chain background with expertise in spend/cost analysis, demand forecasting, supplier capacity & lead time, and the overall sourcing process.
• Proven experience in data analytics and management, including data structure, mining, and maintenance.
• Solid project management skills capable of defining problems and driving key stakeholders toward detailed solutions.
• Proficiency with SAP, Microsoft Excel, and Power BI; experience with Python and SQL is a plus.
• Ability to process, synthesize, and extract relevant information from complex datasets.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with experience interacting with business owners, suppliers, and global teams.
• A collaborative mindset with a passion for working in a global, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to adapt to evolving business and legal environments while employing strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of work experience OR Master’s degree with 6 years of experience, including at least 6 years in a corporate environment focused on Supply Chain.