Business Development Manager - China

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 If you're a seasoned semiconductor industry professional looking to expand your strategic influence, this is an opportunity to shape technology adoption, customer investment decisions, and business growth for one of the industry's most respected technology portfolios! At KLA, Business Development goes far beyond commercial execution. You will combine deep market knowledge, technical expertise, and customer insight to influence how leading semiconductor manufacturers solve some of their most critical process control and yield challenges. This role is built for someone who understands the technology, the customer, and the competitive landscape, and wants to leverage that expertise to drive meaningful business outcomes.   As the business owner for a strategic market segment, you will work closely with executive leadership, product management, engineering, and customers to develop growth strategies, shape technology roadmaps, and accelerate adoption of industry-leading inspection and metrology solutions. Success in this role comes from being a trusted advisor who creates value for customers while driving long-term growth for the business.

Serve as the Business Development owner for one of KLA's strategic business units supporting the China market. Develop and execute account strategies that drive business growth, market penetration, and customer adoption of new technologies. Leverage a deep understanding of semiconductor manufacturing, customer applications, and KLA's product portfolio to deliver differentiated solutions and articulate measurable business value. Identify and develop short- and long-term growth opportunities through analysis of market trends, customer investments, and competitive dynamics. Maintain accurate business forecasts and drive initiatives to achieve or exceed bookings objectives. Lead complex commercial engagements that support revenue growth, profitability, and market share expansion. Remove obstacles impacting bookings, shipments, and revenue plans. Coordinate customer meetings, executive engagements, product demonstrations, and strategic business reviews. Build strong relationships across customer engineering, operations, management, and executive teams, as well as internal cross-functional stakeholders. Partner with product management and engineering teams to align customer requirements and technology roadmaps with future product strategies. Provide competitive market intelligence and strategic insights that influence business decisions and growth initiatives. Qualifications, but not limited to: Experience within semiconductor capital equipment, particularly inspection, metrology, process control, or adjacent technologies. Business development, strategic sales, product marketing, or account management experience within the semiconductor industry. Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing customers, technology adoption cycles,