CapEx Global Supply Manager (GSM) - Mechanical Enclosures

Apple, Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 176,000 - 264,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple in Cupertino, California is seeking a CapEx Global Supply Manager (GSM) for Mechanical Enclosures. You will own the CapEx budget, drive cost optimization, and partner with engineering, finance and operations teams to enable timely product launches.

The role demands deep knowledge of enclosure components, ROI analysis, and international travel to support systems adoption. Apple offers competitive compensation, stock programs, and comprehensive benefits as part of total rewards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain development, sourcing management, or strong mechanical engineering background in product development.
• Hands-on experience in mechanical engineering, manufacturing practices/techniques involving CNC Machined parts, sheet metal, enclosures, casings, jigs, tooling, fixtures, injection molding, vacuum forming, plastic parts, ceramics, etc.
• BS Engineering, supply chain or equivalent. MBA a plus.

Responsibilities

• Understand the technical aspects of Equipment and Tooling & Fixtures.
• Identify and drive reuse and cost-optimization opportunities.
• Data analysis to identify and parse process-related opportunities.
• Run ROI analysis.
• Create and manage a CapEx budget.
• Drive standardization in asset naming convention across suppliers and internal teams.
• Build relationships, drive cross-functional teams on consensus of opportunities.
• Organize projects including schedules, teams, and motivation. Be able to think multiple steps ahead to mitigate project risks
• Clear and concise communication of Budget status to management team
• Manage Equipment and Tooling & Fixture forecasting and kickoff process
• Travel internationally to support systems & tools adoption, and early project engagement

Skills

Supply chain development

Sourcing management

Mechanical engineering

Manufacturing practices

Enclosures

Jigs and tooling

Education

BS Engineering

MBA a plus

Job description

CapEx Global Supply Manager (GSM) - Mechanical Enclosures

Cupertino, California, United States Operations and Supply Chain

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish.The people here at Apple don’t just create products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it.Apple GSMs own the commercial relationship with our enclosure manufacturing partners and are responsible for cost negotiations, continuity of supply, risk management, driving operational and cost efficiencies through process or design change, as well overall project execution. GSMs sit at the intersection of Apple's business activities and engineering communities, and effectively balance the needs of both groups to ensure successful product launches. Enclosure components (such as the housing) define the look, feel and expression of Apple’s globally recognized industrial and product design. GSMs work in concert with operations, supply quality, and supply base engineers as well as Apple’s Product Design and Industrial Design teams. Together, these teams execute and scale both new and existing manufacturing processes, materials, technologies, finishes and form factors.

Description

An Apple Enclosure CapEx GSMs sit at a unique intersection of manufacturing, engineering and finance/procurement – allowing individuals broad insight into the launch of Apple’s world class products. The team plays a critical role in finding ways to optimize the manufacturing process by identifying and implementing better ways of designing, managing, and purchasing the Equipment and Tooling & Fixtures used in manufacturing Enclosure parts. Enclosure components (such as the housing, cover glass & buttons) define the look, feel and expression of Apple’s globally recognized industrial and product design. CapEx GSMs work with cross-functional teams to best utilize Apple’s assets and minimize overall CapEx spend in enabling Apple products. A CapEx team member has the ability to impact Apple’s bottom line.The role includes the following activities:

• Understand the technical aspects of Equipment and Tooling & Fixtures
• Identify and drive reuse and cost-optimization opportunities
• Data analysis to identify and parse process-related opportunities
• Run ROI analysis
• Create and manage a CapEx budget
• Drive standardization in asset naming convention across suppliers and internal teams
• Build relationships, drive cross-functional teams on consensus of opportunities
• Organize projects including schedules, teams, and motivation. Be able to think multiple steps ahead to mitigate project risks
• Clear and concise communication of Budget status to management team
• Manage Equipment and Tooling & Fixture forecasting and kickoff process
• Travel internationally to support systems & tools adoption, and early project engagement

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain development, sourcing management, or strong mechanical engineering background in product development
• Hands-on experience in any of the following: mechanical engineering, mechanical development, manufacturing practices/techniques involving CNC Machined parts, sheet metal, enclosures, casings, jigs, tooling, fixtures, injection molding, vacuum forming, plastic parts, ceramics, etc.
• BS Engineering, supply chain or equivalent. MBA a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to toggle between strategic and tactical, detail-oriented thinking
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to influence across multiple functional teams
• Flexibility to adapt to dynamic and rapidly changing environments
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and/or Equipment and Automation design is preferred
• Ability to should-cost large capital Equipment and Tooling & Fixtures
• TCO (total cost of ownership) and financial fluency
• Global supply chain experience
• Experience with strategic sourcing, new vendor identification and market analysis
• Experience managing senior supplier relationships on an ongoing basis
• Supply chain risk mitigation: ability to independently identify and mitigate risks
• Experience in equipment technical sales is a plus
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and project management skills

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $175,500 and $263,800, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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