About this role
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 create products — they create 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.
Strategic Sourcing Managers (SSMs) on the Places Strategic Sourcing Team own the commercial relationship with our Owner Furnished Item (OFI) manufacturing partners and are responsible for cost negotiations, continuity of supply, risk management, driving operational and cost efficiencies through process or design change, as well overall project execution and delivery. SSMs sit at the intersection of Apple's Supply Chain Development (SCD) and Construction Development teams, and effectively balance the needs of both groups to ensure successful project deliveries. Fit out components (such as the display fixtures and wall panels) define the look, feel and expression of Apple’s globally recognized retail stores and offices. SSMs work in concert with R&D, Design, Development, Operations, Merchandising and Facilities to deliver these extraordinary projects. Together, these teams execute and launch both new and reimagined spaces used by both Apple employees and customers across the world.
Minimum Qualifications
5-7 years of experience in supply chain development, strategic sourcing, or procurement
Procurement experience specifically with construction materials
Hands-on experience in any of the following: product development, design, manufacturing practices/techniques, vendor management, or supply chain development
Experience working well with and ability to influence cross functional teams
Possess strong business acumen and experience managing strategic supply chains, cost models, and complex procurements
Excellent communicator, capable of working in multinational environments, driven and motivated by accomplishing extraordinary objectives
Have a background in handling detailed negotiations
Ability to travel frequently locally and internationally when needed
Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience visiting factories and understanding manufacturing capabilities is a plus
Strong analytical/negotiation skills
Ability to toggle between strategic and detail orientated thinking
Tenacious problem solving & issue resolution skills
Flexibility to adapt to dynamic and rapidly changing environments
A self-starter who is comfortable working independently