Sr. Strategic Operations Program Manager, iPhone

Cupertino Until 9/21/2026 10+ years exp First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. The people here at Apple don’t just build products — they craft the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it.

Description

Strategic Operations Program Managers are responsible for ramp readiness, product launch and continuing operations through the ‘end of production’ of programs. You will influence product manufacturability, testability, and supply chain responsiveness in pursuit of low cost and maximum flexibility while stewarding the superior product quality expected of Apple products.

A successful Strategic OPM excels in program/ project management; communicates with ease at all levels; is adept at facilitating actions and resolving conflicts; leads through relationships and influence; and displays grace under pressure.

Minimum Qualifications

10+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering and supply chain operations.
Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

Masters in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field a plus
Masters of Business Administration or Engineering Management a plus
Strong program management and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of business processes and product cost drivers
Experience leading operations or related experience
Good people management skills / can drive consensus
Detail oriented/ analytical skills for complete project ownership
Strong cross-functional teamwork and interpersonal skills
Able to define processes and requirements under ambiguous conditions
Uses data to drive decision-making
Prioritize and communicate/ negotiate changes to project timeline while still supporting project goals

About this role

Summary

Manage product launch readiness, operations, and supply chain for iPhone.

Job title

Sr. Strategic Operations Program Manager, iPhone

Experience level

10+ years

Minimum experience

10+ years exp

Industry

technology

Location requirements

Candidate must be in Cupertino, no remote work.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

program managementcommunicationconflict resolutionrelationship buildingdata-driven decision making

Preferred skills

business processesproduct cost driverspeople managementanalytical skillscross-functional teamwork

Specializations

manufacturingsupply chainproduct launchprogram management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Cupertino, CA, USA

On-site City