ASM International

Lead II, Category Management (Machining)

ASM International
Equipment EngineeringSingaporeOnsitePosted 1 month ago

About the role

AI summarised

Lead the development and execution of global sourcing strategies for machining categories to achieve key business goals, including Time-to-Market acceleration, COGS reduction, and supply continuity within a dynamic high-technology manufacturing environment.

EquipmentOnsitePurchasing & Supply chain

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead global sourcing strategies for machining categories to meet business goals like COGS reduction and lead-time optimization.
  • Communicate commodity strategies across Business Units, Engineering, and NPI Operations to align sourcing with product development.
  • Shape negotiation strategies to proactively drive cost reductions in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing setting.
  • Own the total commodity lifecycle from supplier identification through relationship management.
  • Manage total supplier performance against quality, cost, delivery, service, and ESG commitments.
  • Review supply risk profiles and lead mitigation strategies, including developing alternative sources for critical goods.
  • Act as the key liaison between suppliers, engineering, operations, and the business to ensure seamless execution.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Proven ability to build strong supplier partnerships that balance innovation with risk mitigation.
  • Demonstrated experience in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.
  • Strong familiarity with build-to-print manufacturing and machining processes.
  • Ability to navigate complex global supply ecosystems with operational discipline.