Specialist II, Purchasing (Business-Level Japanese Required)

  Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture. ​ For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving.  But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world.  Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.     What you will be working on Manage purchase orders and supplier coordination for Japan-based suppliers supporting Spare Parts, HVM, and NPI operations. Drive supplier delivery commitments by managing pull-in/push-out requests and proactively following up on material availability and delivery schedules. Coordinate and resolve material and supply-related escalations across Production, Customer Support, and Engineering teams. Build effective working relationships with suppliers through regular communication and issue resolution. Collaborate with cross-regional teams to optimize global inventory utilization and support urgent material requirements. Coordinate global material support for NPI activities and critical business needs.Manage reverse logistics processes, including non-conforming materials, failure analysis, and repair activities. Support part extension and standard cost roll-up activities. Partner with Finance to review monthly supplier payments and related P-note matters. Act as a key contact for supplier-related inquiries from internal and external stakeholders. Support additional projects and assignments as required. What we are looking for   5+ years of experience in purchasing or supplier management related Excellent communication skills, including professional Japanese and English proficiency (written and spoken) to support global collaboration Structured and collaborative problem-solving skills leveraging analytics Experience in working with SAP and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)   Apply today to be part of what’s next. We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect. To learn more about ASM, find us at  asm.com and on LinkedIn ,  Facebook ,  Instagram,   X  and  YouTube . ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.