Global Supply Manager

Apple; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 164,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple, Inc. in Cupertino, California, is seeking a Global Sourcing & Supply Manager (GSSM) to lead strategic planning, long-term sourcing deals, and negotiations with suppliers and foundries.

The role interfaces with product teams, engineering, finance, and legal to drive supply continuity and cost optimization. You will forecast commodity trends, perform supplier analyses, and manage cross-functional programs to support Apple's product roadmap while mitigating risk and ensuring high-quality

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Operations, Manufacturing, Sourcing, or related
• BS/BA in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or related field
• Proficiency with cost analysis and/or data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau, or similar)
• Adept at managing competing priorities and solving complex problems under deadline pressure

Responsibilities

• Develop a nuanced understanding of the commodity landscape to forecast industry trends and gauge competitive forces; adapt to Apple’s advantage.
• Perform supplier financial research, spend analysis and ad-hoc financial analysis for strategic procurement deals.
• Negotiate optimal terms with suppliers to meet performance criteria and secure long-term supply continuity.
• Collaborate across the Apple organization to ensure business objectives are met and communicate findings to senior leaders.
• Optimize supply chain performance through cost and capacity scenario analysis and benchmarking.
• Develop understanding of value-added manufacturing processes and costs to influence product roadmap and sourcing decisions.
• Provide program management support and contribute to ongoing development of processes, templates, escalation procedures, and reporting.

Skills

Cost analysis

Data analytics

Education

BS/BA in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain

Tools

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Job description

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. Apple is seeking a Global Sourcing & Supply Manager (GSSM) to assist with strategic planning, long term deal structuring and negotiations. This position requires the ability to work with procurement, engineering, finance and legal teams and also third-parties such as foundries and suppliers. Position requires strong quantitative and analytical skills, critical thinking, and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. The Global Sourcing & Supply Manager is positioned at the interface between Apple’s product teams and the industries that supply core technologies. We are responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies as well as recommending product innovations based on improving technology. The position requires an interest in market dynamics, negotiation and pricing, manufacturing processes, and risk mitigation. The Global Sourcing & Supply Management team drives centralized capacity planning for all components used across Apple products and helps drive long term strategic deals.

Description

• Develop a nuanced understanding of the commodity landscape in order to forecast industry trends and gauge emerging competitive forces. Identify changes in buyer and supplier power and use industry dynamics to Apple’s advantage.
• Perform supplier financial research, spend analysis and ad-hoc financial analysis for strategic procurement deals.
• Effectively work with suppliers to negotiate optimal terms for sourcing. Understand the trade-offs between cost, volume, and quality in order to strike agreements that meet Apple’s performance criteria and secure long-term supply continuity.
• Collaborate across the Apple organization to ensure business objectives are met. Includes the ability to rapidly synthesize and communicate findings to senior leaders and to actively identify potential supply issues that can affect product strategy.
• Optimize supply chain performance through cost and capacity scenario analysis, and benchmarking.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of value-added manufacturing processes and costs and market intelligence, and apply this knowledge to influence Apple’s future product roadmap and sourcing decisions.
• Provide overall program management support and contribute to ongoing development of processes, templates, escalation procedures, and reporting.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in Operations, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Supply Chain or related area
• BS/BA in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or a related field
• Proficiency with cost analysis and/or data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau, or similar)
• Adept at managing competing priorities and solving complex problems with composure and rigor under deadline pressure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree or MBA preferred
• Experience working in Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field
• A tenacity, passion and demonstrated skill in negotiations
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Superb communication and interpersonal skills
• Can build, grow and develop key cross-functional relationships to be able to influence and drive projects
• Ability to operate independently and lead without authority
• Ability to make quick decisions and solve complex problems with 80% information
• Experience in supplier management and operations
• Ability to identify and solve complex supply chain issues
• Demonstrated experience in driving autonomous decisions
• Presenting and leading Executive communications
• End to end ownership of contract negotiations for both commercial and legal aspects a plus
• Direct experience in long-term capacity planning a plus

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 $163,500 and $246,200, 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.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant

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