Global Sourcing & Supply Manager

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something.

Description

The Global Sourcing and Supply Manager (GSSM) acts as a key interface among Apple’s Worldwide Operations organization, strategic suppliers and contract manufacturers. As a GSSM you will be responsible for driving critical strategic and tactical initiatives of Apple’s supply chain. In this role, you will manage a specific commodity and will play an important role in the overall success of Apple’s supply chain development and operations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree with 3-6 years of overall experience and relevant procurement / operations background
Experience in supplier management and operations with some history of having solved complex supply chain issues
Hands on experience in developing robust localized supply chain in India for key technologies (eg. automation, capital equipment)
Willingness and ability to travel internationally / domestically up to 50%

Preferred Qualifications

MBA/MS preferably in Supply chain
A tenacity, passion and demonstrated skill in negotiations
Excellent communication, capable of working with global teams
Can build, grow and develop key cross-functional relationships to be able to influence and drive projects
Experience working with OEMs and Contract Manufacturers in the consumer electronics industry a plus
Ability to operate independently and flexibility to adapt to dynamic environments
Ability to make decisions and solve complex problems with with partial/limited information
Direct experience in long term capacity planning a plus
Interest in technology