5–15 years experience in Supplier Quality / Manufacturing Quality / Supply Chain
Experience in Semiconductor / high-tech / complex supply chain environment
Strong background in supplier development
Strong background in quality system & audits
Strong background in process improvement (Lean / Six Sigma / SPC / FMEA)
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
Eligibility2
Occasional travel may be required
Equal Opportunity Employer / inclusive workforce
Skills
SPC
FMEA
RCA
8D
ISO9001
Lean
Six Sigma
Benefits
Diversity equity inclusion
Job Mission
Quality Supplier Manager (QSM) is responsible for managing the quality and operational performance of strategic suppliers within the Supplier Account Team (SAT).
The role focuses on:
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Driving suppliers toward a Zero Defects mindset
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Ensuring material quality stability and availability
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Leading process optimization and continuous improvement
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Developing suppliers’ technical capability and maturity
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Acts as a bridge between factory operations and supply chain ecosystem
QSM is expected to influence both operational execution and strategic direction of supplier quality.
Key Responsibilities
1. Supplier Quality Ownership
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Own full scope of supplier quality and operational performance (Q, delivery, yield, reliability)
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Serve as primary quality interface across internal teams and multi-tier suppliers
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Ensure supplier adherence to quality systems, specifications, and agreements
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Manage supplier performance using data-driven KPIs and governance model
2. Systemic Problem Solving & Escalation Leadership
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Lead cross-functional teams to resolve systemic and recurring quality issues
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Drive structured problem solving using RCA, 8D, FMEA, SPC methodologies
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Manage critical escalations (CQN, DOA, line stops) with fast containment + permanent fix
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Ensure zero-repeat mindset through closed-loop corrective action
3. Supplier Development & Capability Building
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Drive suppliers toward high maturity level and operational excellence
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Define and deploy supplier quality roadmap aligned with business strategy
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Lead improvement initiatives in:
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Yield & process capability
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Cycle time & efficiency
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Cost of poor quality reduction
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Implement Lean / SPC / FMEA practices across supplier base
4. Factory–Supplier Integration
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Drive factory-supplier alignment on quality performance and improvement priorities
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Resolve material quality issues impacting manufacturing line stability
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Collaborate with Manufacturing, D&E, Procurement, and Supply Chain
a. Semiconductor / high-tech / complex supply chain environment
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Strong background in:
a. Supplier development
b. Quality system & audits
c. Process improvement (Lean / Six Sigma / SPC / FMEA)
Personal Skills
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
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Proactive, hands-on, and results-oriented mindset.
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Ability to manage complex issues and derive high-level strategic conclusions.
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Fluent in English
Context of the Position
Reports to the Team Leader of Asia Supply Chain Quality & Logistics. Works closely with suppliers, internal SAT members, and cross-functional teams. Occasional travel may be required depending on supplier base.
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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