Procurement Category Leader (Contingent Workforce)-Hybrid

Base Pay Range: $92,100.00 - $156,600.00 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 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.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Contingent Workforce, HR, and employee benefits Commodity leader

Job Description

Are you looking for the chance to become a part of a growing company that is advancing humanity? If so, we have an outstanding opportunity for you to join an extraordinary team!

The person selected will collaborate with HR, Procurement, and the Non-Employee Workforce Project Management Office. Cross-functional support and alignment with the Managed Service Provider (MSP) will be critical.

This role reports within the Global Corporate Procurement team. You would be leading the category strategy for Contingent Workforce Management, Employee Benefits & HR Services in partnership with business teams throughout KLA. It includes working with the teams to define and implement strategies supporting business priorities across a category's complete life cycle. This will require leading a preferred supplier base (handling new emerging and existing legacy non-directional categories) and assisting and driving standards of excellence where warranted.

The lead will build cross-functional teams to address key contract renewals aligned with category metrics to resolve opportunities to improve value and maintain service while driving time frames aligned with various businesses and support groups. Key leadership traits required include influencing and forming positive relationships with business leaders and operational excellence in running multiple complex priorities simultaneously. The Category Lead is an experienced practitioner in creating environments and has a strong bias for decision-making rooted in Sourcing, data, and analytics. As a subject matter expert in nonemployee workforce/contingent labor in VMS tools. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a team that daily impacts company success.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of global category strategies, including regional and localization of these strategies

• Category lead for HR Services and Employee Benefits

• Leading a non-employee global workforce program.

• Recommend cost-saving proposals including make-versus-buy analysis or alternative Sourcing.

• Work with an MSP team to evaluate supplier core proficiencies and positioning using industry cost models and benchmarking analysis.

• Work with business and finance leaders to identify and drive savings and controllership improvements, focusing on the total cost of ownership.

• Consistently develop and recommend reasonable, data-driven, business-building ideas and encourage the use of customer and market insights to advise business decisions

• Support cross-functional teams throughout the Sourcing, vendor management, negotiations, contracting, and standards.

• Guide internal partners on procurement strategies and maintain procurement ethics following KLA's global policies.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Supply Chain/Procurement or other related fields.

• Deep working and proven knowledge of services Procurement, Sourcing, and contingent workforce within the staffing/recruitment industry (SOW)

• Subject matter expertise with the ability to translate strategies into executable plans.

• Very customer-focused, taking the time to understand the needs of the business.

• Strong analytical skills include quickly synthesizing distill and drawing conclusions on large amounts of disparate data.

• Excellent organization skills, time management, and planning abilities, acute attention to detail, ability to balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced and time-sensitive environment

• Deep knowledge of sourcing & procurement strategic levers and tactics.

• Strong ability to influence others with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present ideas in a clear, concise fashion to technical and non-technical audiences as well as high-level executives

• Knowledge of VMS systems is required, such as Beeline, Fieldglass, and Coupa.

• Previous experience managing a Contingent Labor Program

• Previous experience in category management of HR services and Employee Benefits.

• Experienced in Creating and executing HR and Employee benefits contracts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in team management is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years or 6 years Masters Degree

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 0 years related work experience; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years

The 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 to request accommodation.