Spares Demand Planner

KLA

Spares Demand Planner responsible for end-to-end service parts planning for KLA's products. Driving planning decisions through data analysis and cross-functional collaboration to optimize inventory and service levels.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeAnn Arbor • Arizona, Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $77,800 - $132,300 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own spares planning strategy and execution for assigned product families across all lifecycle stages (NPI, ramp, sustaining, and end-of-life).
Be the expert of assigned products
Develop, maintain, and continuously optimize spares plans to meet Fill Rate targets and customer service commitment.
Conduct thorough Root Cause Analysis for deviations to plan
Monitor and report performance metrics including Fill Rate, service levels, and planned vs. actual inventory
Proactively analyze demand signals, install base changes, and lifecycle events to adjust plans dynamically
Review and validate system-generated planning recommendations, applying subject matter expertise to refine outputs through vetted and approved exceptions.
Partner with Business Intelligence Team to incorporate advanced analytics to improve forecasts.
Provide Root Cause/Corrective Action for Excess & No Demand (E&ND) inventory of assigned spare parts
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (e.g. Regional Planning, Product Support Organization (PSO), Supply Planning, Program Managers, etc.) to incorporate business/customer/technical insights into demand plan
Serve as primary point of contact for global stakeholders on part availability, supply risks, and recovery plans
Lead cross-functional alignment across Engineering, Product Support (PSO), Procurement, and Logistics to resolve constraints and improve outcomes.
Hold accountable owners to quality inputs and give visibility to upstream issues impacting spares planning to management
Partner with Engineering on: ECOs and design changes FRU BOM and product structure readiness Quality issues impacting demand
Drive execution of recovery plans, ramp readiness strategies, and critical part allocation decisions
Participate as requested in strategic initiatives that improve service levels, reduce excess inventory, or enhance planning accuracy
Support new product introductions with spares readiness and ramp planning strategies
Contribute to continuous improvement of planning processes, tools, and data quality
Escalate and communicate risks, trade-offs, and recommendations to leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong expertise in service supply chain, spares planning, or demand/supply planning within a complex product environment
Strong analytical skills with ability to translate data into actionable decisions
Excellent communication skills, including executive-level updates and stakeholder alignment
Experience working with planning systems (e.g., SAP, IBP, Baxter/Prophet, or similar)
Deep understanding of: Inventory optimization and service level trade-offs
Product lifecycle management (NPI through EOL)
BOM structures, FRU planning, or survival curve forecasting
Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence without formal authority
Experience supporting global operations and working across time zones
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field
5+ years of relevant experience in supply chain, demand planning, inventory planning, or related role
Demonstrated experience managing supply/demand trade-offs and driving service performance
Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel required; SQL / Power BI preferred
Experience working in cross-functional environments with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain
Process oriented with proven experience turning big data into meaningful analyses that lead to actionable results for supply chain operations
Strong data and analytical skills and track record for creating processes to improve business performance
Ability to effectively deal with ambiguity, identify gaps, and implement innovative solutions to increase operational efficiency
Ability to translate complex business needs into actionable plans
Ability to identify key insights and critical thinking to prioritize and focus on highest value opportunities or biggest risks
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Effective communication and presentation skills
Should enjoy a challenging and fast paced environment
Self-driven, independent, yet a strong team player
Creative, innovative, and resourceful with a passion for speed, agility, simplification, and proactive action

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
paid company holidays
family care and bonding leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

Inventory OptimizationDemand PlanningRoot Cause AnalysisBOM StructuresFRU PlanningSurvival Curve ForecastingPerformance Metrics MonitoringPlanning Systems (SAP, IBP)Data AnalysisProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationStrong LeadershipInterpersonal SkillsCritical ThinkingProblem Solving