KLA
Harsha K. has extensive experience in supply chain management and engineering within the semiconductor and energy sectors. Currently serving as a Team Leader in New Product Strategic Supply Management at KLA since April 2020, Harsha oversees the strategic sourcing for innovative semiconductor inspection and metrology tools, as well as leading the team for the EUV mask inspection tool. Prior roles at Applied Materials included Senior Technical Program Manager and various Global Commodity Business Manager positions, emphasizing supply chain leadership and program management for after-market services and high-purity cleaning processes. Harsha’s earlier positions included Quality Control Engineer at BroadRock Renewables, design engineering at General Motors, and research internships. Academic credentials include a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Columbia Engineering and a Bachelor's degree from Visvesvaraya Technological University.