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Senior Director, Freight and Trade Operations

KLA
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Ann Arbor
1200 Woodridge Avenue (Show on map)
Nov 20, 2024
Base Pay Range: $173,500.00 - $303,600.00 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

Group/Division

The Senior Director of Global Freight Operations reports into the Global Supply Chain Services organization and is accountable for the enterprise-wide management of the KLA Freight and Trade Operations network. Functional responsibilities include delivering operational excellence and resilience by strategically leveraging KLA's carriers and customs brokers. The key internal customers for Global Freight Operations are the Global Services Logistics, Global Manufacturing Logistics and Corporate Compliance teams. Global Freight Operations is a rapidly growing and an essential element of assuring that KLA meets the world-wide demand to bring new products and services to market.

KLA has manufacturing sites across the globe, including Wales, Germany, Denmark, Israel, Korea, China, Singapore, Milpitas (CA) and across the US and spares distribution centers in Milpitas (CA), Singapore, Israel and UK/Amsterdam networked into local parts depots strategically deployed to support KLA's rapidly growing customer base. Frequent international travel is required and 7x24 support is demanded from the freight operation.

This role is in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with a mission focused on strategically positioning and effectively delivering equipment and parts on time into KLA's growing market utilizing in-situ track and trace protocols.

Responsibilities

The Senior Director Global Freight Operations is responsible for managing, scaling, optimizing and setting the strategy for Freight and Trade Operations. The role also includes the effective leadership of a globally deployed staff and third-party customs brokers and freight suppliers.

Minimum Qualifications

Core Competencies:

  • Drives Results: Consistently achieves results for self, team, and enterprise, even under tough circumstances.
  • Business Insight: Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.
  • Communication: Develop and deliver effective communications that focuses on the unique needs of different audiences.
  • Courage: Effectively takes on difficult assignments and issues, saying what needs to be said and doing what needs to be done.
  • Customer Focus: Builds strong customer/client relationships and delivers successful customer-centric solutions.
  • Drive Vision & Purpose: Model, connect, and inspire others to action via the KLA mission and vision; as well as articulating a mission & vision for own org.
  • Manages Ambiguity: Navigate uncertain environments positively by driving self and team to effective decisions and actions.
  • Strategic Mindset: Plan and implement successfully with long-term impacts in mind while thoroughly considering all the important variables & scenarios.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Master's Level Degree with at least 12 years of experience OR
  • Bachelor's Level Degree with at least 14 years of experience
  • Leadership experience in a similar industry

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 or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

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