Senior Specialist, Logistics, Global Freight & Transportation

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.

Job's mission

As part of ASM’s Global Manufacturing Logistics team, you will lead global freight and transportation across air, ocean, road, express and specialized freight. You will build a standardized, data-driven capability that delivers safe, compliant, reliable and cost-effective movement while protecting manufacturing continuity and customer commitments.

What you will be working on

Provide functional leadership for global freight operations and logistics providers across inbound materials, intercompany flows, spare parts and finished capital equipment

Manage forwarders, carriers, customs brokers and logistics providers through clear SLAs, scorecards and business reviews

Own transportation escalations, service recovery and corrective actions for recurring performance gaps

Partner with Procurement on tenders, lane strategies, provider selection and implementation

Manage freight budgets, forecasts, audit and payment controls, including rate validation, accruals, disputes and overcharge recovery

Deliver productivity through mode, route, consolidation, gateway and provider optimization while reducing premium freight

Establish a transportation control tower with shipment visibility, proactive exception management and clear escalation routines

Use dashboards and predictive insights to improve delivery, lead-time, spend, claims and provider performance

Maintain compliant cross-border execution and business-continuity plans for critical lanes and providers

Drive global standards and continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma and structured problem solving

Lead logistics planning for quarter-end and other critical business timelines

Collaborate with Warehouse Operations, Manufacturing, Planning, Procurement, Finance, Customer Operations and regional logistics teams

What we are looking for

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business or a related discipline

Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in global transportation, freight or supply chain operations

Proven leadership of international air, ocean and road freight in a global manufacturing environment

Strong capability in freight procurement, budgeting, provider governance and cost optimization

Working knowledge of customs interfaces, freight claims, compliance and transportation risk

Strong analytical and digital skills across Excel, BI tools, ERP and Transportation Management Systems

Strategic, data-driven leader with strong communication, influencing and problem-solving skills in a global matrix

What sets you apart

Lean, Six Sigma or recognized supply chain certification

Experience leading tenders, network redesign, control towers or logistics transformation

A measurable record of improving service, cost, resilience and provider performance

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.

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