Global GSM Lead: Soft Goods Materials & Supplier Strategy

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino seeks a strategic GSM Manager for Softgoods Materials to shape long-term supply chains and vendor strategy. You will lead a high-performing team and partner with executives globally to strengthen supply resilience and material quality.

The role involves driving cost governance, supplier negotiations, and aligning material readiness with product roadmaps, with hybrid in-office requirements and up to 20% travel.

Qualifications

• Must have strong strategic thinking and leadership skills.
• Experience in supply chain or materials procurement preferred.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing team shaping long-term material supply chains and vendor strategy.
• Drive cost governance and supplier negotiations to optimize total cost of ownership.
• Align material readiness with product roadmaps and development timelines.
• Collaborate with global executives to ensure supply resilience and material quality.

Job description

Apple Inc. is seeking a strategic GSM Manager for Softgoods Materials in Cupertino. You will lead a high-performing team, shaping long-term material supply chains and vendor strategy while partnering with executives globally to ensure supply resilience and quality for differentiated materials.

You will drive cost governance, negotiate with suppliers, and align material readiness with product roadmaps, with hybrid in-office requirements and up to 20% travel.