Director, Product Sourcing

About the role

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.

For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what's next, at the forefront of innovation and what's technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we're more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.

Position Summary

The Director, Product Sourcing is responsible for developing and executing global sourcing strategies that support new product introduction (NPI), product lifecycle management, supplier development, and supply continuity across a complex semiconductor equipment portfolio. This leader partners closely with Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, and Business Unit teams to drive innovation, mitigate risk, improve supplier performance, and enable scalable business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global product sourcing and category strategies aligned with business objectives, technology roadmaps, and operational priorities.
• Lead sourcing activities across the product lifecycle, from concept and NPI through production ramp and end-of-life management.
• Drive supplier selection, qualification, development, and performance management to optimize quality, delivery, cost, innovation, and risk.
• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with strategic suppliers and lead complex commercial negotiations and long-term agreements.
• Partner with Engineering to support design-for-supply-chain initiatives, supplier technology alignment, component standardization, and value engineering opportunities.
• Lead cross-functional efforts to ensure material readiness, supply continuity, and successful execution of NPI and engineering change initiatives.
• Develop strategies that strengthen supply chain resilience, mitigate risk, and address capacity, quality, and availability challenges.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing global sourcing organization while fostering collaboration across key business functions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that improve operational performance, supplier effectiveness, and total cost of ownership.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering Management, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering strongly preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain, operations, or engineering leadership within semiconductor, semiconductor capital equipment, or other advanced technology manufacturing environments.
• 5+ years of experience leading sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or engineering teams.
• Proven experience supporting complex NPI programs, product lifecycle management, and global supplier networks.
• Strong background in category management, supplier strategy, contract negotiations, and cross-functional leadership.
• Demonstrated success influencing executive stakeholders and driving business results in a global environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Semiconductor capital equipment industry experience.
• Product or equipment engineering background.
• Experience leading global sourcing organizations.
• Advanced knowledge of supplier quality, commodity management, and supply chain risk mitigation.
• Experience with SAP or other enterprise ERP systems.
• APICS/ASCM, CPSM, Lean Six Sigma, or related certifications.

Leadership Profile

The ideal candidate is a strategic, results-oriented leader with strong business acumen, technical credibility, and executive presence. They excel at building supplier partnerships, influencing cross-functional stakeholders, and developing sourcing strategies that enable growth, innovation, and operational excellence.

Apply today to be part of what's next.

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