Category Manager Mechatronics Engineering Outsourcing

ASML is a world leader in lithography systems for the semiconductor industry. To maintain our technological edge, we rely on a robust and innovative supply base. As a Category Manager Mechatronics within the Engineering, Research and Development (ER&D) team in Indirect Procurement , you will act as a strategic business partner to R&D, ensuring that ASML’s commercial interests are protected while enabling access to suppliers with mechatronic capabilities.

• Category Strategy Development: Define and implement category strategies for mechatronics, aligned with ASML’s technology roadmap and procurement objectives

• Contracting and Negotiation: Lead complex negotiations and establish robust contractual agreements that support innovation, quality, and cost-effectiveness

• Stakeholder Management: Act as a business partner to D&E and Research, understanding their needs and translating them into sourcing solutions

• Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and manage a global network of suppliers specializing in mechatronics

• Risk Management: Monitor and mitigate supply risks, ensuring business continuity and compliance with ASML’s standards

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with legal, finance, quality, and technical experts to ensure holistic sourcing decisions

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field

• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement, preferably in a high-tech or R&D-intensive environment

• Proven track record in supplier management, contract negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration

• Strategic and analytical mindset with a hands-on approach.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Proactive and collaborative working style.

• Ability to manage complexity and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

• Fluent English communication skills.

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.

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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Work Experience: 4-9 years,10-15 years,16+ years

Travel: 10%

Education Level: Master

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Team: Sourcing and Supply Chain Management

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