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Lead I, Category Management

ASM · Japan > Chitose; Japan > Higashi Hiroshima; Japan > Kawasaki; Japan > Kitakami; Japan > Kumamoto; Japan > Nagaoka; Japan > Tokyo (Tama-shi); Japan > Tomakomai; Japan > Yokkaichi; Singapore

Posted about 2 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
72 days
ASM's roles stay open a median of 103 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of ASM's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at ASM
high
450 stale, 3 reposted of 450 open
Hiring momentum
75 roles opened in the last 90 days
↓ down vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-11-14

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from ASM's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for ASM.

About this role

In the role of Lead I, Category Management for Gas Delivery at ASM, you will be responsible for developing global sourcing strategies for gas delivery systems and managing supplier relationships. Your day-to-day activities will include leading commodity management activities, negotiating commercial agreements, and collaborating with various teams to ensure alignment with business objectives and technology needs. You will also analyze supplier markets and monitor performance to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Our read on this posting2.8out of 5
benefits
1/5
freshness
4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
0/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of ASM as an employer.

What you need

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related discipline
  • 10+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or commodity management
  • 5+ years of experience within the semiconductor industry or a comparable high-technology manufacturing environment
  • Strong ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation
  • Proven experience managing supplier relationships, commercial negotiations, and supplier performance programs
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills

Nice to have

  • Professional working proficiency in Japanese
  • Experience sourcing Gas Delivery systems, gas panels, gas lines, valves, regulators, or related components
  • Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing equipment and associated supply chains
  • Experience working in a global, matrixed organization
  • Ability to build trusted supplier partnerships that balance innovation, performance, and risk mitigation

Worth weighing

  • No salary listed
  • Role involves significant negotiation and supplier management responsibilities
  • Position requires strong technical understanding and strategic thinking
  • Professional proficiency in Japanese is preferred but not mandatory

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Listed by ASM on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-11-14. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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