Apple Inc.

Job Description

Descriptionr Descriptionr We in the Global Supply Management team are responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies as well as recommending product innovations based on improving technology. As a GSM, you are should be interested in market dynamics, negotiation and pricing, manufacturing processes, and risk mitigation. – Develop a nuanced understanding of the commodity landscape to forecast industry trends and gauge emerging competitive forces. Identify changes in buyer and supplier power within core materials markets and use industry dynamics to Apple s advantage. – 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. – Collaborate across the Apple organization to ensure business objectives are met. Rapidly synthesize and communicate findings to senior leaders and to actively identify potential supply issues that can affect product strategy. – Optimize global supply chain performance through cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking. Develop an in-depth understanding of value-added manufacturing processes and costs, reverse logistics, and market intelligence, and apply this knowledge to influence Apple s future product roadmap and sourcing decisions. – Assess and mitigate risks to the business. Manage global supply chain disruptions in real time with the support of an international team., r Key Qualificationsr Key Qualificationsr r

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Superb communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to balance sudden setbacks
A knack for negotiation
Willingness to operate in a dynamic environment
Ability to make quick decisions with 80% information
Thirst for knowledge and the ability to learn quickly
Interest in technology and/or operations (experience preferred but not required)
Willingness to travel (20% – 30% depending on commodity)