Global Materials Sourcing & Negotiation Lead

Apple Inc.; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock programs

Discretionary bonuses

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Apple is seeking a Global Sourcing & Supply Manager (GSSM) to lead strategic planning, long-term deal structuring, and negotiations for raw materials. You will interface with procurement, engineering, finance, and legal teams and with external suppliers to optimize cost, quality, and supply continuity.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, supplier management, and capacity planning to support Apple’s product roadmap and environmental goals.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of work experience with a BA/BS; MBA preferred
• Proven negotiations experience across commercial and legal aspects
• Supplier management and operations experience; ability to solve complex supply chain issues

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for raw materials and components
• Negotiate terms with suppliers and manage long-term contracts
• Collaborate with product teams, procurement, engineering, finance and legal
• Drive cost, capacity, and risk mitigation initiatives across the supply base

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical thinking

Supply chain

Market knowledge

Education

BA/BS degree + 8+ years experience

MBA preferred

Job description

Apple is seeking a Global Sourcing & Supply Manager (GSSM) to lead strategic planning, long-term deal structuring, and negotiations for raw materials. You will interface with procurement, engineering, finance, and legal teams and with external suppliers to optimize cost, quality, and supply continuity.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, supplier management, and capacity planning to support Apple’s product roadmap and environmental goals.