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ASML

Technical Supplier Manager

ASML, San Diego, California, United States, 92189


IntroductionASML US, including its affiliates and subsidiaries, bring 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. Our headquarters are in Veldhoven, 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.

Roles and ResponsibilitiesThe Technical Supplier Manager (TSM) develops and maintains at a strategic management level the relation to the supplier with the purpose of creating an optimal engineering collaboration between the supplier and ASML during New Product Introductions (NPI). The role of the TSM will be focused on aligning NPI processes at supplier with the NPI process at ASML.

As a TSM you are responsible for aligning the technical capability of a select number of suppliers with the demand forecast at ASML. Key focus areas as stated in Supplier Profile are:

Technical Competence management

Design Engineering Specifications

Product & Process Realization and Validation Capabilities

Project Management Planning and Execution

In addition to being the technical interface between supplier and D&E, the TSM will work with suppliers on finding structural solutions to deviation notifications, collaborating on technical issues, driving technical process improvements and managing the feedback loop with ASML internal stakeholders.

As a member of the ASML Supplier Account Team (SAT) team you work closely together with the Sourcing Lead (SL), the Logistics Supplier Manager (LSM) and Quality Supplier Manager (QSM). The main areas of interest are to encourage a first-time right mindset at suppliers, facilitate accelerated learning, perform process optimization and develop the supplier to a high maturity level. The TSM is responsible for supplier development to improve operational excellence and to meet the ever-increasing business demands.

Role DescriptionWithin ASML, D&E is responsible for the planning, development, and delivery of integrated solutions that meet business requirements. The department supplies resources, means and methods and technology to ensure the parts quality in all product phases. The TSM interfaces with suppliers, project leads development, customer support, manufacturing, supplier network managers, design engineers and sourcing leads to drive project management at the supplier and optimize the effectiveness and efficiency of executing the NPI portfolio. Using your technical knowledge, analytic thinking, professional network and excellent people skills, you will participate in the Supplier Account Team to manage the capability of the supplier according to the agreed Supplier Profile on Technology. The main activities for a TSM are:

Participate in supplier audits and follow up on applicable non-conformities

Drive technical supplier maturity

Keep supplier technical capability overview up-to-date

Identify T-capabilities/gaps on NPI, drive agreement of action plans and follow-up on the associated execution

Define, monitor and improve Improvement Plans (IPs) together with the supplier, including improving the technical capability of supplier as a result of the Supplier Profile Audits

Support category management in:

T-performance based on SP10.0: drive structural improvements which are essential in controlling supplier performance, reducing impact of material and deviation notifications (MN/DN) and mitigating risk to project key deliverables

Translate future needs on the NPI T-roadmap, including Q capabilities in alignment with QSM

Supporting development and definition of the technical supplier roadmap to enable NPI’s processes

Monitoring NPI load and performance at the supplier across all ASML projects

Reporting out on performance of NPI-projects

Providing input on supplier NRE/CAPEX/OPEX to sourcing TAP

Contribute in defining and executing the overall supply chain strategy

Organize introduction of quality, manufacturing and qualification processes during NPI at the supplier

Align and improve the processes at the supplier for a smooth and efficient New Product Introduction

Introduction of quality wrt product & process validation (SP10-T3)

Introduce ASML improvement projects at supplier

Review and define technical metrics from the NPI monitor

For new strategic suppliers the TSM is also responsible for implementing the necessary way-of-workings (E.g. Portals)

Education and ExperienceBachelors in business Administration, engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).

10 years of progressive experience in supplier management in a high-tech, international manufacturing environment.

Based on the education level as outlined above, relevant work experience must have taken place as an process engineer who has gained experience in the areas of Quality systems and methodologies including:

Green or Black Belt / Lean Six Sigma experience including tooling (e.g. SPC, FMEA, 8D)

Experience in project management in complex/commercial high-tech low volume industry

Experienced in supplier management

Experience in quality improvement & operational excellence in manufacturing environment

Experience in participating in improvement projects across the supply chain

Working closely with suppliers on technical/manufacturing process development including mFLOW, pFMEA, SPC, RCA, 8D, etc

Direct manufacturing experience (optical, electrical, mechanical, mechatronics) is a plus.

Proven track record in developing strong business relationships with key suppliers.

Skills

Can observe and respond to people and situations and interact with others encountered in the course of work.

Can learn and apply new information or skills.

Must be able to read and interpret data, information, and documents.

Strong customer focus and commitment to customer satisfaction through prioritization, quality, efficiency and professionalism.

Ability to complete assignments with attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.

Proven ability to perform effectively in a demanding environment with changing workloads.

Result driven-demonstrate ownership and accountability.

Identifies bottlenecks and drives improvements.

Work independently or as part of a team and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision.

Demonstrate open, clear, concise and professional communication.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and customer.

Work according to a strict set of procedures within the provided timelines.

Strong negotiation skills during interactions with suppliers and other ASML sectors. Ability to initiate, influence and steer without formal authority.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Other information

This position is located on-site in San Diego, CA. It requires onsite presence to attend in-person work-related events, trainings and meetings and to further ensure teamwork, collaboration and innovation.

A flexible workplace arrangement may be available to employees working in roles conducive to remote work (up to two days a week).

Work in a fast-paced office environment, including working in a standing or seated position for long periods sometimes exceeding 8 hours per day, 5 days per week.

All new ASML jobs have a minimum application deadline of 10 days.

This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. § 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

Diversity and InclusionASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

Request an AccommodationASML provides reasonable accommodations to applicants for ASML employment and ASML employees with disabilities. An accommodation is a change in work rules, facilities, or conditions which enable an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform the essential functions of a job, and/or enjoy equal access to the benefits and privileges of employment. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or otherwise participate in the employee pre-selection process, please send an email to

USHRServiceCenter@asml.com

to initiate the company’s reasonable accommodation process.

Please note: This email address is solely intended to provide a method for applicants to initiate ASML’s process to request accommodation(s). Any recruitment questions should be directed to the designated Talent Acquisition member for the position.

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