Supply Chain Program Manager

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 219,024 - 281,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Employee stock purchase plan

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, California is seeking a Supply Chain professional to drive material planning, procurement, and supply chain strategy. This role involves developing models to forecast supply availability and mitigating material risks, reporting to executives on progress and challenges.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree and has experience in supply chain management. Benefits include health coverage, stock programs, and educational reimbursements.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in supply chain management or related field.
• Experience in inventory management and Clear-to-Build (CTB) risk assessments.
• Strong skills in statistical simulations and data modeling.

Responsibilities

• Own strategic material planning and end-to-end procurement.
• Develop supply chain models and drive data-driven decisions.
• Prepare executive-level reports on material readiness and risks.

Skills

Advanced Excel

VBA

SQL

Tableau

MRP/ERP systems

Project management (JIRA, Confluence)

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

Agile PLM

Education

Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Operations and Supply Chain

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Description

APPLE INC has the following available in Cupertino, California and various unanticipated locations throughout the USA. Own strategic material planning, readiness, sourcing, and end-to-end procurement to support NPI programs from concept through production launch and sustaining transition. Develop supply chain and material flow models using advanced Excel, VBA, SQL, Tableau, and other analytics tools to forecast availability, perform what-if scenario analysis, and drive data-driven decisions. Lead allocation and risk mitigation strategies for constrained materials across factories, programs, and business lines, guiding Global Supply Managers, suppliers, and Contract Manufacturers (CMs) to optimize production and minimize risk. Identify and mitigate Excess & Obsolete (E&O) and other material risks by leveraging predictive analytics, PLM tools (Agile), and inventory management systems to phase out obsolete parts, manage BOMs, and introduce new materials. Manage Clear-to-Build (CTB) readiness, global logistics, inventory control, and production scheduling through ERP/MRP and build management systems to ensure timely execution and material availability. Prepare and present executive-level reports and dashboards on material readiness, risk, and cost impacts during weekly program reviews. Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven process optimization to enhance supply chain efficiency and cost performance. 40 hours/week. 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 $219,024 - $281,900/yr and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.PAY & BENEFITS: 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: https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field and 1 year of experience in the job offered or related occupation.
• 1 year of experience with each of the following skills is required:
• Performing inventory management and Clear-to-Build (CTB) risk assessments, predicting and mitigating supply and demand constraints, leading decision-making using MRP/ERP planning systems and build management tools.
• Conducting data modeling, statistical simulations, and what-if scenario analysis using advanced Excel (pivot tables, VBA, macros), Tableau, and internal tools to forecast constraints, optimize allocation strategies, and enable data-driven decision making.
• Leading new product launches from concept through production handoff, tracking deliverables and status using project management tools such as JIRA and Confluence.
• Preparing and presenting concise executive-level reports in PowerPoint or Keynote on material risks, cost impacts, and mitigation plans; maintaining weekly reporting cadence on CTB status and shortages.
• Managing supplier relationships by forecasting demand, expediting constrained materials, and coordinating build readiness through ERP/MRP systems; driving supplier reviews and influencing process improvements.
• Utilizing Agile PLM software for Bill of Materials (BOM) analysis, Excess & Obsolete (E&O) management, and lifecycle transitions of components and new materials.
• Managing budgets and financial tracking from concept to production using internal procurement tools; performing E&O liability and cost optimization analysis to mitigate financial exposure.
• Driving Lean, Six Sigma, and Kanban initiatives to standardize, streamline, and improve supply chain processes, to achieve time and cost savings.
• Executing demand planning, material scheduling, and lead-time management using ERP/MRP systems; managing global logistics, inventory control, and daily configuration inputs to meet build requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

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