Sourcing & Supply Chain – Sourcing Account Lead

ASML • San Jose, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

ASML US brings together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography machines that are key to producing faster, cheaper, more energy-efficient microchips. We design, develop, integrate, market and service these advanced machines, which enable our customers - the world’s leading chipmakers - to reduce the size and increase the functionality of their microchips, which in turn leads to smaller, more powerful consumer electronics. In this position you will manage assigned suppliers and an overall commodity (supply base) to ensure ASML is supported by world-class suppliers delivering on time, at spec, and at the lowest total cost. You will be expected to actively pursue continuous improvement with current suppliers and potential suppliers. You will be expected to continually explore opportunities arising from process and product improvements, new technology, alternative materials and suppliers, enhancements in supply chain activities, cost reduction programs and any other opportunities that may present a competitive advantage. Our headquarters are in Veldhoven, the Netherlands, and we have 18 office locations around the United States including main offices in Chandler, Arizona, San Jose and San Diego, California, Wilton, Connecticut, and Hillsboro, Oregon.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Engineering or related field is required or equivalent experience
• a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in supplier management in a high-tech, international manufacturing environment
• Experience with complex negotiations, problem solving, strategic planning and financial analysis are essential
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Negotiation skills are critical.
• Candidate needs to be able to operate effectively with all levels of management both internally and externally.
• The ability to lead cross-functional teams is essential to performing the job.
• Must be able to professionally represent ASML to outside companies.
• Must thrive in an environment where multi-tasking is the norm.
• Must be proficient with Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Electronics preferred
• A deep understanding of one or more technology-related supply chains is strongly preferred.
• Due to the strategic nature of the commodities involved, a proven track record in developing strong business relationships with key suppliers and experience in developing and executing long term agreements is required
• Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques is a big plus and a strong familiarity with technology manufacturing is highly preferred
• MBA is strongly preferred
• Knowledge of SAP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitors developments and trends within the supply base and ensures ASML is prepared to react appropriately
• Drives supplier selection activities by leading one or more Sourcing Teams
• Negotiates Long Term Supply Agreements (LTSA), NPI Agreements, and associated addenda
• Monitors contractual compliance of the supplier as well as ASML
• Drives continuous cost and lead time reduction
• Prepares supplier spending forecasts
• Monitors supplier financial health
• Ensures all communication to the supplier is coordinated and consistent
• Executes the QLTCS (Quality, Logistics, Technology, Cost and Sustainability) supplier performance measurement process
• Prepares for, leads, and follows-up from SAT (“Supplier Account Team”) meetings
• Drives supply base rationalization within the category
• Participates in supplier quality audits and drives closure of findings
• Makes predictions and anticipates on future developments in the market
• Interaction with internal & external stakeholders
• Formulates, and after approval implements and monitors plan for own SAT and gives input to sourcing strategy
• Manages SAT with high volume and/or critical materials and/or services with high risk for business continuity
• Orchestrates relationships with Development & Engineering, Logistics and Industrial Engineering at strategic level
• Has contacts and cooperates with stakeholders throughout the entire organization and with external parties, local as well as global
• Typically represented by contacts up to EVP and BoM level
• Fully understands own discipline / area and relation with other business processes
• Establish Cost of Goods roadmap in support of business targets & calculated cost price
• Owns global suppliers and builds and maintains relationships with them on tactical & strategic level
• Takes into account potential barriers to realize the plan, keeps deadlines even in adversary circumstances
• Produces work that meets ambitious quality standards, recognizes and pays attention to the critical few details and takes measures to improve quality within the scope of own work
• Consistently adheres to rules, procedures and processes, even beyond own area of responsibility
• Sets SMART targets for self and others and aligns them to overall organizational objectives
• Monitors progress and measures results and overcomes barriers by reacting to changing environmental factors at an early stage; escalates if targets cannot be met
• Is able to influence stakeholders, work independently and remains effective under pressure

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• Employees are able to participate in the Company’s 401k plan.
• Employees will also receive eight (8) hours of vacation leave every month and (13) paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior