# Buyer [KLA](https://www.jorb.ai/firms/kla.md) · Singapore · [Operations](https://www.jorb.ai/jobs/operations.md) KLA is hiring a Buyer in Singapore. Posted 2026-06-13; applications close 2026-08-12. **Apply**: https://kla.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Search/job/Singapore-Singapore/Buyer_2637667 Posted 1d ago. ## Role details ## 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 / Qualifications - Responsible for the production planning/co-ordination, shop scheduling and dispatching - Support and review to ensure timely materials for production & production planning based on customers’ orders - Works closely with master scheduler, manufacturing, purchasing and warehouse/logistics groups to ensure on-time receipt, delivery of materials and finished goods shipments - Purchase direct materials, components and equipment as driven by MRP system or Re-order Point system - Plans for production which includes releasing of work orders and ensuring on-time delivery of shipments based on customer requirements - Monitors and coordinates on material shortages, expediting and ensuring material availability to support production plan - Drives and minimizes excess and obsolescence inventory - Drive Gross Margin Improvements through negotiations or localization with supplier on pricing, rework cost and minimizing expediting cost and purchase price variance - Work closely with production to ensure customer request dates are met which are aligned with cycle time set in the system - Responsible for materials lead time reduction by getting suppliers to improve cycle time, negotiating on hedges and VMI program - Communicate with suppliers for early or delayed deliveries as required, drive suppliers to meet on-time delivery - Active participation on business review with suppliers and provide constructive feedback to help suppliers to improve their scores - Assists in developing, maintaining and improving existing processes, procedures and key performance metrics - With understanding of MRP logic which related to system work order and material positioning - Timely review and execute on ECN and ECO changes so that production is not affected. - Willing to take up ad hoc tasks assigned by supervisor - Develop actions to minimize excess inventory. Work with Inventory Analyst by providing recommendations during quarterly E&ND review. Follow through the action proposed. - Quarterly review of safety stock to ensure an optimal balance of supply vs inventory turns. ## Minimum Qualifications **Job Requirements:** - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Supply Chain Management / Logistics - Minimum 1 year of related industry experience in production planning and buying - Proficient in MS Excel, Macros, Word, Outlook; BI experience and SAP system experience is highly desirable - Willing to learn - Strong analytical skills - Knowledge of supply chain and materials flow concepts - Experience in low volume high mix and DFT/pull manufacturing environment is a plus - Experience in developing and improving existing processes and procedures _We offer a competitive, family-friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees._ _KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer_ Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA’s Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please email talent.acquisition@kla.com to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and handle your information confidentially. ## Applying to this role This Buyer role at KLA runs through the firm's own careers portal and expects a CV and cover letter written specifically for the posting, not a portable submission carried across firms. Jorb AI's application agent tailors a CV and cover letter from your background to this posting and tracks the role alongside the rest of your applications. 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