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Product Marketing Manager GSS

KLA Tencor

Milpitas, CA
Full Time
Senior
156k-266k
9 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

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. We focus on innovation, investing 15% of sales back into R&D, and our teams work on advancing humanity through research and development. The company’s expert teams collaborate with leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices, fostering an exciting and problem-solving work environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Establish and communicate comprehensive service strategies for each product line to drive activity across functional groups within GSS, regions, and product divisions.
  • Establish revenue targets and plans to meet those targets.
  • Participate in design reviews and develop requirements for design-for-service and the service business roadmap to ensure product performance in reliability, availability, cost of service, measurement performance, and tool-to-tool matching.
  • Lead execution of service revenue plans and review progress regularly with GSS management, making course corrections as needed.
  • Develop differentiated service product offerings, create service programs, pricing, and revenue targets for new products, and develop collateral to support pricing and service value.
  • Understand each product’s use-case within the fab to align service strategy with expected tool use case.
  • Define enhanced service offerings, including multi-tool fleet management and data analytics, incorporating innovative technologies such as AI, machine learning, and remote support.
  • Drive cross-functional programs for product improvements, monitor cost of service, and contribute to managing tool-down field critical issues.
  • Work directly with tool end-users to uncover unmet needs and promote the value of service, ensuring needs are met in accordance with the product strategy.
  • Research competitive product and service offerings and position KLA solutions to maximize value while recognizing customer alternatives.
  • Ensure internal systems accurately integrate all service products, including price lists, coverage, analytics, fleet management, and other options.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree or greater; advanced degree is a plus.
  • Minimum 10 years of industrial experience, including direct knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing.
  • Established track record of business ownership in sales or marketing roles.
  • Experience with direct end-customer interaction.
  • International business experience.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to conduct effective presentations under pressure.
  • Analytical skills, including the ability to draw business conclusions from complex datasets.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
  • Well-organized with attention to detail.
  • Hardworking with a desire to work in a team environment.

Nice to Have

  • MBA and/or business/marketing education.
  • Master's degree and 8 years related work experience or Bachelor's degree and 10 years related work experience.
  • Experience with artificial intelligence, machine learning, and remote support technologies.

Qualifications

  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination due to international travel requirements.
  • Master's degree and 8 years related experience, or Bachelor's degree and 10 years related experience, or equivalent work experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • Participation in performance incentive programs.
  • Eligibility for benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and other voluntary benefits.
  • 401(K) with company matching.
  • Employee stock purchase program (ESPP).
  • Student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, and career development opportunities.
  • Financial planning and wellness benefits including employee assistance program (EAP).
  • Paid time off and holidays, family care and bonding leave.

Working at KLA Tencor

KLA fosters an innovative, collaborative, and high-energy work environment focused on solving hard problems and advancing technology. The company values research, development, and continuous improvement, encouraging teamwork, attention to detail, and a passion for technology and customer value.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 11, 2025
Job CategoryProduct Marketing
Salary156k-266k
Job TypeFull Time
ExperienceSenior

About KLA Tencor

Website

kla.com

Company Size

5001-10000 employees

Location

Milpitas, CA

Industry

Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing

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