Global Supply Manager, Soft Goods

Due to the importance of this discipline in the definition of Apple's brand, this business group must be able to innovate not only our products, but also the very business processes by which we accomplish our objectives. The complicated balance between the need to achieve ground breaking products and business execution that creates challenges that drive processes that require a bridge from engineering risk to manufacturing capability to business needs.

Apple is continuing to grow in our product offerings and volume. This growth will present opportunity to select individuals who have demonstrated aggressive innovative thinking in their career development. The ideal individuals will have an advanced educational and career path with a focus on new product development and launch, program management, manufacturing practices/techniques, supply chain, logistics and business.

Supply chain management: identification, development, negotiation and management of developing Apple soft goods materials suppliers. There is a strong global supply base, which requires travel
On-time-delivery: schedule, capacity and supply planning to meet Apple’s production demand
Risk Mitigation: evaluation of technical and business risks using data based analysis and developing sound risk mitigation alternatives
Program Management: the ability to manage all of the above tasks and personnel resources
Cross functional support: with Apple's industrial design, product development and operations teams
Technology Development Management: evaluation and development of new technologies using new materials, finishes, and processes.
Build Support: on site management of materials and final assembly partners to manage the development builds, risk mitigation and ramp
Cost: development, negotiation and execution of a part and assembly cost strategy. An understanding of materials manufacturing processes/ techniques is important to better evaluate supplier capabilities and opportunities for Apple
Travel up to 25%

5+ years in NPI operations readiness, supply chain, or similar industry
Bachelors in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering or similar discipline

Master's degree or MBA is a plus
We are looking for individuals who are good communicators, capable of working in multinational environments, driven and motivated by accomplishing world-class objectives.

Apple is in the process of recruiting individuals to join our Soft Goods Materials Global Supply Management team. The soft goods materials global supply management team is responsible for the sourcing, manufacturing development execution, and production of Apple's differentiated and unique materials including textiles, adhesives, and polyurethane. Part of Apple's core business is the creation and development of our world-class industrial designs and as such, the management of the supply chains is required to be equally unique, innovative and specialized.

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 $128,400 and $236,700, 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

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