Quality Supplier Manager

Introduction

ASML supports the semiconductor industry’s ongoing quest for producing faster, smarter and more energy efficient chips. We are a young, dynamic, international and highly skilled workforce. ASML creates the systems that the lithography industry needs to achieve its goals. This can only be accomplished with a strong support of our suppliers.

Are you an engineer who is challenged by managing the quality performance of suppliers in a high tech-low volume environment, specialized in electrical, mechanical, chemical or optical engineering?

Job Mission

Quality Supplier Manager (QSM) is responsible for the Quality Management and Operational performance of a selected number of key suppliers, which are managed by SAT (Supplier Account Team). Main focus areas are driving suppliers to a zero defects mindset, enable accelerated learning, perform (business) process improvements, optimization and develop the supply chain to a high maturity level. In addition to being the quality interface between supplier and ASML, the QSM works with suppliers and ASML stakeholders on finding structural solutions to material quality non conformities, driving business process improvements and managing the feedback loop with ASML stakeholders. The main responsibilities of the QSM in SAT are the following:

Job Description

• Act as the quality interface between ASML and suppliers, including n-tier suppliers.
• Develop and implement supplier quality assurance processes and product control mechanisms.
• Identify quality gaps, define Improvement Plans (IPs), and ensure timely execution.
• Ensure zero-repeat issues through high-quality and timely Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and 8D problem-solving.
• Prioritize and manage Customer Quality Notifications (CQNs) and Dead On Arrivals (DOAS).
• Define and maintain the supplier quality roadmap in alignment with ASML’s strategic goals.
• Facilitate N-tier change management, ensuring quality requirements are validated and implemented.
• Initiate and lead supplier improvement projects (e.g., SPC, Lean, FMEA, Operational Excellence).
• Support Supplier Profile capability assessments and audits, ensuring alignment with ASML expectations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Procurement, Logistics, Engineering) to resolve escalations and drive continuous improvement.

• Accountable for the Quality (Q) dimension in the GQLTCS supplier performance framework. Responsible for ensuring suppliers meet ASML’s quality standards and contribute to long-term strategic goals.

Education

Bachelor or Masters degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering.

Experience

• 7 – 12 years relevant work experience in a similar role
• 5–15 years of relevant experience in supplier quality management, preferably in high-tech or semiconductor industries.
• Proven experience in supply chain improvement projects, quality systems, and supplier development.
• Familiarity with SPC, Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, and Operational Excellence methodologies.

Personal skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proactive, hands-on, and results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage complex issues and derive high-level strategic conclusions.
• Fluent in English

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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.

Diversity and inclusion

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

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