Product Localization Manager

Apple Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Singapore Operations and Supply Chain is seeking a senior PLR professional to lead localization and BOM architecture for APAC markets. You will partner with WW and regional teams to ensure 100% regulatory compliance and on-time launches of hardware across Japan, Australia, NZ, and broader APAC. Strong cross-functional leadership and problem-solving are essential.

The role emphasizes scalable processes, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement in launch readiness.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to navigate and lead cross-functional initiatives in a global matrix organization.
• Ability to synthesize regulatory and operational data into clear business cases.
• Meticulous in managing BOMs, regulatory texts, and component specs.
• Strong executive communication skills for cross-functional partners.
• Willingness to challenge workflows and drive scalable processes.

Responsibilities

• Define in-market localization requirements for every NPI and manage BOMs.
• Coordinate with Legal, Regulatory Affairs, and Trade to address regulatory hurdles.
• Architect scalable localization solutions balancing compliance with cost and supply chain.
• Drive continuous improvements across launch readiness workflows.

Skills

Matrix Leadership

Analytical Problem Solving

Execution & Detail Focus

Communication & Stakeholder Management

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Singapore, Singapore Operations and Supply Chain

The right product, in the right place, at the right time. That is the operational cornerstone ofPacific Operations.As part of the Product & Launch Readiness (PLR) team, you will help lead the operationalexecution that brings Apple’s hardware products into the hands of millions of customers acrossJapan, Australia, New Zealand, and the broader Asia-Pacific region.In this role, you will champion end-to-end product localization and regulatory compliance acrossdiverse, high-growth, and rapidly evolving markets. You will bridge complex country-specificmandates with tangible business outcomes—translating technical, legal, and environmentalrequirements into actionable product strategies, scalable Bill of Materials (BOM) architectures,and flawless launch plans. If you thrive on solving high-impact problems across global matrixedteams and driving operational excellence from New Product Introduction (NP

Description

NPI & Launch Execution• Localization Strategy & BOM Architecture: Partner with Worldwide (WW) andregional cross-functional partners to define in-market localization requirements for everyNPI. Drive flawless execution through accurate, timely BOM creation, cut-ins, and roll-ins.• Component Readiness & Verification: Conduct and oversee First Article Inspections(FAIs) for localized hardware components, packaging, and artwork to ensure 100%compliance prior to market release.• Regulatory Markings & Artwork Integration: Collaborate with global packaging andhardware design teams to implement regional regulatory markings, country-specificlabels, and compliance artwork across all SKUs.Regulatory Alignment & Risk Mitigation• Cross-Functional Partnership: Act as the operational nexus connecting Legal,Regulatory Affairs, Environmental Compliance, Product Safety, Trade Compliance, andGovernment Affairs to proactively anticipate and resolve in-country regulatory hurdles.• Scalable Solution Design: Architect localization solutions that balance compliance rigorwith operational feasibility, cost efficiency, and supply chain scalability.• Proactive Risk Intelligence & Management: Identify schedule, supply, and regulatoryrisks early; leverage intelligent monitoring and structured risk-assessment models toevaluate potential impacts and establish decisive mitigation roadmaps.Strategic Influence & Continuous Improvement• Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as the regional authority on target country regulationsand product specifications, connecting compliance decisions directly to time-to-marketand commercial impact.• Process Modernization & Workflow Automation: Challenge the status quo byleveraging modern digital tools, data-driven automation, and intelligent workflows tostreamline BOM validation, reduce manual operational overhead, and accelerate time-to-market.• Continuous System & Process Evolution: Drive ongoing business processimprovements across regional launch readiness workflows, ensuring operational modelsremain simple, robust, scalable, and cost-effective as the Pacific region expands.

Minimum Qualifications

• Matrix Leadership: Proven ability to navigate, influence, and lead cross-functional initiatives in a complex, fast-paced global matrix organization without direct authority.
• Analytical Problem Solving: Exceptional structured thinking and project management acumen; skilled at synthesizing ambiguous, incomplete regulatory and operational data into clear business cases and decisive action plans.
• Execution & Detail Focus: High operational agility with a \"hands-on\" orientation; demonstrated meticulousness in managing detailed technical data (BOMs, regulatory texts, component specs).
• Communication & Stakeholder Management: Superior verbal and written executive communication skills, with an ability to clearly articulate complex regulatory and operational impacts to cross-functional partners.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Proactive drive to challenge established workflows and build more resilient, scalable operational processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Experience: 8–10+ years of progressive professional experience across international supply chain operations, technical program management, or product lifecycle management (experience in the Pacific/APAC region strongly preferred).
• Domain Breadth: Demonstrated expertise across multiple supply chain disciplines— including New Product Introduction (NPI), order-to-fulfillment, demand/supply planning, logistics, manufacturing, and regulatory certification.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) required; MBA or advanced degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business is a plus.

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