Summary
Apple is seeking a Global Sourcing u0026 Supply Manager (GSSM) to assist with strategic planning, long term deal structuring and negotiations. This position requires the ability to work with procurement, engineering, finance and legal teams and also third-parties such as foundries and suppliers across multiple locations and timezones. Position requires strong quantitative and analytical skills, critical thinking, and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. The Global Sourcing u0026 Supply Manager is positioned at the interface between Apple's product teams and the industries that supply core technologies. We are responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies as well as recommending product innovations based on improving technology. The position requires an interest in market dynamics, negotiation and pricing, manufacturing processes, and risk mitigation. The Global Sourcing u0026 Supply Management team drives centralized capacity planning for all components used across Apple products and helps drive long term strategic deals.
Description
- Develop a nuanced understanding of the commodity landscape in order to forecast industry trends and gauge emerging competitive forces. Identify changes in buyer and supplier power and use industry dynamics to Apple's advantage. nn- Perform supplier financial research, spend analysis and ad-hoc financial analysis for strategic procurement deals. nn- Effectively work with suppliers to negotiate optimal terms for sourcing. Understand the trade-offs between cost, volume, and quality in order to strike agreements that meet Apple's performance criteria and secure long-term supply continuity. nn- Collaborate across the Apple organization covering multiple time zones and global regions to ensure business objectives are met. Includes the ability to rapidly synthesize and communicate findings to senior leaders and to actively identify potential supply issues that can affect product strategy. nn- Optimize supply chain performance through cost and capacity scenario analysis, and benchmarking. nn- Develop an in-depth understanding of value-added manufacturing processes and costs and market intelligence, and apply this knowledge to influence Apple's future product roadmap and sourcing decisions. nn- Provide overall program management support and contribute to ongoing development of processes, templates, escalation procedures, and reporting.
Minimum Qualifications
7+ years of relevant experience in Operations, Manufacturing, Sourcing,Supply Chain or related areanBS/BA in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or a related field
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree or MBA preferrednExperience working in Supply Chain, Operations, or a related fieldnA tenacity, passion and demonstrated skill in negotiationsnStrong analytical and critical thinking skillsnSuperb communication and interpersonal skillsnCan build, grow and develop key cross-functional relationships to be able to influence and drive projectsnAbility to operate independently and lead without authoritynAbility to make quick decisions and solve complex problems with 80% informationnExperience in supplier management and operationsnAbility to identify and solve complex supply chain issuesnDemonstrated experience in driving autonomous decisionsnPresenting and leading Executive communicationsnEnd to end ownership of contract negotiations for both commercial and legal aspects a plusnDirect experience in long-term capacity planning a plusnWillingness to travel internationally 25-30%
