Inventory Control Specialist, Data Center Operations

Apple Inc.; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist within Data Center Operations to safeguard inventory and drive efficient processes across facilities and co-locations. You will document procedures, manage cycle counts, and lead a small team in applying Lean and 5S principles.

The role requires inventory management experience, SAP ERP proficiency, and a valid driver’s license. This position supports a large-scale global infrastructure with cross-site collaboration and a focus on accuracy and

Qualifications

• Prior inventory management and/or supply chain experience.
• Experience with ERP systems like SAP or similar and manual inventory processes.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provides daily guidance and leadership to a small team of inventory control technicians using Lean and 5S principles.
• Input forecasting, budgeting, and purchasing for data center consumables.
• Collaborate with cross-functional onsite teams and peers in remote locations to standardize processes.
• Conduct physical inventories and lead cycle counts, analyzing and correcting discrepancies.
• Develop, document, and improve operational policies and procedures.
• Develop, refine, and report KPIs to measure performance and compliance.

Skills

Inventory management

ERP systems (SAP)

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Inventory Control Specialist, Data Center Operations

Do you want to help build some of the largest and most consequential enterprise and customer technology systems in the world? Join Apple’s Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) organization. IS&T is the engine behind everything Apple does for customers and for the people who build for them. It’s Apple’s central nervous system. Supporting 2.5 billion active Apple devices, processing billions of secure transactions, and keeping the technology that defines modern life running flawlessly, IS&T makes the impossible feel effortless.”Do you love building solutions to handle global complexity and immense scale? Imagine what you could do here.Infrastructure Services is part of IS&T and the foundation of Apple's global network operations — managing data center equipment and systems to deliver compute, storage, and networking services for teams across Apple, including its internal developer community. From individual facilities to a worldwide network, Infrastructure Services ensures the technology underneath everything works without question.The Data Center logistics team is responsible for supporting Apples Enterprise of Apple owned and operated Data Centers and Co-Locations globally through shipping, receiving, inventory and reverse logistics.We are searching for a highly motivated and passionate Inventory Control Specialist to join our team.

Description

As the Inventory Control Specialist you will ensure accountability and security of inventory through transaction documentation, process, procedure verification, and system review.

Responsibilities

• Provides daily guidance and leadership to a small team of inventory control technicians using Lean and 5S principles.
• Provide input to forecasting, budgeting, and purchasing processes for data center consumables
• Collaborate with local cross functional onsite teams and with peers in remote locations to improve and standardize processes.
• Conduct physical inventories and leads cycle counts, analyzing and correcting any discrepancies.
• Develop, document, and improve operational policies and procedures
• Develop, refine, and report key performance indicators to measure operational performance and process compliance. Use key performance indicators to further refine operational policies and procedures

Minimum Qualifications

• Prior inventory management and or supply chain experience
• Experience with ERP systems like SAP or similar and manual inventory processes
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with multifunctional teams and providing peer leadership
• Highly motivated self-starter that is able to work independently, meet assigned deadlines and handle various tasks at one time in an ambiguous and dynamic environment
• Experience in process improvement and standardization
• Ability to communicate and implement in a fast paced environment
• Computer skills with basic understanding of Microsoft Suite or Apple equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

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 $104,200 and $156,600, 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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