New Product Launch Operations Lead (NPI)

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 246,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses/commissions

Apple stock programs

Relocation assistance

Medical and dental coverage

Tuition/reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, California, is seeking a New Product Introduction Operations Program Specialist (NPI OPS) to drive on-time launches with top product quality and availability.

You will guide material strategy for early builds, partner with engineering, and manage BOM readiness and supplier deliveries. The role demands 2+ years in supply chain/procurement, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and up to 15% international travel.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement or Buyer roles.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Supply Chain/Operations, Science or Engineering.
• Ability to travel internationally up to 15%

Responsibilities

• Lead Apple & Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) operations teams in executing early operations builds & line bring-up material strategy
• Track readiness/risks: work with procurement teams and engineering teams on material down-selections, technical and production risks
• Lead communications, resolve issues and clearly communicate current status
• Influence product cost and product margin through material usage optimization projects
• Communicate system requirements and schedules to facilitate technical readiness with cross-functional teams
• NPI owner in ordering, tracking and actualizing material to support development builds & product ramp; drive material delivery through Apple Procurement and direct with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery
• Cross-functional owner for tracking & BOM readiness
• Create purchase orders, maintain invoice tracking and goods receipts

Skills

Supply Chain Experience

Procurement/Buyer experience

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain/Operations/Science/Engineering

Tools

Excel

Database

SPSS

SAS

SQL

Job description

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, California, is seeking a New Product Introduction Operations Program Specialist (NPI OPS) to drive on-time launches with top product quality and availability.

You will guide material strategy for early builds, partner with engineering, and manage BOM readiness and supplier deliveries. The role demands 2+ years in supply chain/procurement, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and up to 15% international travel.