Transfer Manager - US Supply Chain Transformation

ASML; Wilton (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML is seeking a Supply Chain Transfer Manager in Wilton, CT to lead cross-functional teams. You will manage multi-disciplinary transfer projects, align with internal and external stakeholders, and safeguard supply continuity across program phases.

The role requires a strong background in supply chain management, project leadership, and experience optimizing transfers in a high-tech, low-volume environment. Occasional travel and collaboration with suppliers are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in supply chain processes, ideally in a high-tech, low-volume industry.
• Proven expertise in project management and familiarity with reallocating products or production.
• Experience collaborating in cross-functional, technical environments to drive supply chain improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-disciplinary transfer teams and establish clear governance with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-sector teams to create and maintain the transfer portfolio.
• Support resource planning to ensure successful transfer execution.
• Develop comprehensive phase-out and transfer strategies with capacity alignment and risk mitigation.
• Provide input for phase-out negotiations and data-driven recommendations.
• Conduct supply chain risk assessments and ensure material availability throughout all program phases.
• Manage escalations to resolve bottlenecks and avoid recurrence.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Organized

Project management

Negotiation

Execution focus

Continuous improvement

Coaching cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Introduction to the role

Over the past decades, ASML has grown exponentially, and as we rely heavily on our supply chain, so has our supply chain ecosystem. In the coming years, we expect further growth that will require a transformation of large parts of our Supply Chain. In order to tackle this strategic challenge and help shape & drive the transformation in our supply chain, we created the "Supply Chain Transformation" department within Strategic Sourcing & Procurement. Within this department, a team of professionals in Supply Chain management disciplines will drive engagements/change programs in our supply chain and be supported with specific competencies from across ASML. Strategic Sourcing & Procurement collaborates closely with our supply chain partners to enhance their operational performance across the QLTCS domains—Quality, Logistics, Technology, Cost, and Sustainability. The day-to-day operational activities are managed within the framework of supplier clusters. To drive transformation, the Supply Chain Transformation team leads initiatives that focus on evolving the business. This includes maintaining continuous and transparent communication channels, providing constructive behavioral feedback to team members and peers, and supporting their development. The team also plays a pivotal role in inspiring, engaging, and guiding cross-sector and project team members to achieve shared goals. As a Supply Chain Transfer Manager, you will lead cross‑functional teams responsible for managing critical supply chain transfers. Your goal is to ensure the timely and reliable availability of materials, working closely with stakeholders across technical and operational disciplines. You’ll drive project progress, safeguard supply continuity, and play a key role in managing transitions in our supply chain.

Role and responsibilities

The Supply Transfer Manger is responsible for:

• Manage and lead multi-disciplinary technical orientated cross-sector transfer team
• Establish clear project governance and align with internal and external stakeholders on goals and plans
• Collaborating with stakeholders and cross-sector teams to create and maintain the transfer portfolio
• Supporting resource planning to ensure successful transfer execution
• Developing a comprehensive product phase-out and transfer strategy that includes:
• Capacity alignment across the entire n-tier supply chain to ensure readiness and continuity
• Logistics risk mitigation, incorporating buffer strategies and last-buy decisions to safeguard supply
• Definition and execution of technical release procedures for each product category in collaboration with the transfer team
• Providing robust input for phase-out negotiations to support the Sourcing team with clear, data-driven recommendations
• Proactively conducting supply chain risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure material availability throughout all program phases. This includes verifying quality standards both pre- and post-shipment, and securing on-time delivery across the project lifecycle.
• Managing escalations within transfers to solve bottlenecks in supply chain and avoid re-occurrence

Education and experience

• A Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years' of relevant experience in supply chain processes, ideally in a high-tech, low-volume industry.
• Proven expertise in project management and familiarity with re-allocating products or production
• Experience collaborating in cross-functional, technical environments to drive supply chain improvements

Skills

• Exceptional stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities
• Strategic, conceptual thinker with a strong grasp of long-term vision
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Proven expertise in project management across complex initiatives
• Demonstrated negotiation skills with measurable outcomes
• Pragmatic, results-oriented mindset with a focus on execution
• Proactive attitude and a strong drive for continuous improvement
• Skilled in coaching and guiding cross-functional stakeholders through processes

Other information

Occasional travel for business is required given close cooperation with involved suppliers

Additional Responsibilities

There is potential for exposure to strong magnetic fields, high voltage and currents.

This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States 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.

Inclusion and diversity

ASML 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 inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.

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