Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager- Supplier Management

ASML; Wilton (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML is seeking a Sr. Sourcing Manager to lead a team of Account Managers in fostering strong supplier relationships and implementing supplier strategies. The role emphasizes quality, logistics, technology, cost, and sustainability, ensuring performance and accountability across the team. A focus on collaboration and effective negotiation is essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years in Sourcing or Sales roles.
• Experience with New Product Introductions (NPI).

Responsibilities

• Drive supplier development and manage commercial relationships.
• Manage and develop a team of Account Leads.
• Ensure transparency in interactions and refine negotiation strategies.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in engineering or business

Job description

Introduction

At ASML, we collaborate with trusted partners (suppliers) crucial to our market success and customer satisfaction. The Sr. Sourcing Manager oversees a team of Account Managers managing multiple suppliers, focusing on building trust, mutual interests, and benefits. This role ensures the performance of the account managers, who serve as the first point of contact for suppliers and internal stakeholders, and coordinate a unified voice towards suppliers. You will lead an experienced team and implement supplier strategies supporting ASML’s long-term growth, emphasizing Quality, Logistics, Technology, Cost, and Sustainability (QLTCS). Together with the Account Managers, you will manage all aspects of supplier relations, including technology road mapping, quality, logistics performance, and commercial contracts.

Role and Responsibilities

1. Drive supplier development and manage commercial relationships within a strategic supplier cluster.
2. Manage and develop a team of Account Leads.
3. Support Account Managers in managing long-term, transparent, and trust-based supplier relationships.
4. Prioritize projects within the category, including pilots and volume execution.
5. Handle day-to-day strategic account management, including escalation handling, QLTCS reviews, risk assessment, and measure definition.
6. Ensure transparency in interactions, competence development, cost roadmaps, and development activities.
7. Refine negotiation strategies for key suppliers and support contract negotiations.
8. Resolve escalations beyond team capabilities.
9. Promote best practices and consistency across the team.
10. Monitor and formalize supplier performance, maintaining global accountability for QLTCS.
11. Understand key value drivers for each QLTCS discipline.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 10 years in Sourcing or Sales roles.
• Master’s degree in engineering or business is preferred.
• Experience with New Product Introductions (NPI).
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, product lifecycle, market dynamics, and category-specific requirements.

Skills

Working at the forefront of technology requires collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving. Key skills include:

• Building and maintaining trustful relationships.
• Effective prioritization and analytical skills.
• Judgment on when support is needed and involving appropriate stakeholders.
• Negotiation and collaborative skills.
• Maturity in management, especially in virtual teams and with Centers of Excellence.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to secure stakeholder buy-in.

Additional Information

This role involves access to controlled technology under US Export Regulations. Candidates must be authorized to access such technology before employment. Business needs may require immediate access eligibility.

Diversity and Inclusion

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion, hiring without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We believe diversity enhances our success.

Application Support

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