Global Sourcing and Supply Manager at Apple

Taipei, , Taiwan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supply Chain Management, Commodity Management, Strategic Sourcing, Capacity Planning, Supplier Development, Risk Assessment, Data Analysis, Cross-functional Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Python, Tableau, English Fluency, Mandarin Fluency, Forecast Management, Supplier Evaluation, Project Management

Industry

Computers and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, creative ideas have a way of becoming wonderful 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. Acting as a key interface among Worldwide Operations Team, strategic suppliers and contract manufacturers, APO GSSM is responsible for managing strategic and tactical initiatives of the Apple supply chain. This role will focus on a specific commodity and will play a critical role in the overall success of the Apple Operation. DESCRIPTION - Act as resident expert in an assigned commodity - Collaborate with Worldwide Team to plan manufacturing capacity, prepare supply chain for new product ramps, lead timely actions to resolve supply issues and provide accurate risk assessments and supply projections - Manage forecast and supply, ensure supply chain flexibility to minimize risks - Manage and develop suppliers to maintain industry leading quality, delivery and cost - Develop and maintain professional and productive business partnership with suppliers - Work with Apple cross-functional teams and supply chain to achieve business goals and objectives - Spot improvement opportunities in supply chain and work to execute key initiatives and strategies - Participate in supplier evaluation and selection MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A BS/BA degree (an advanced degree like an MBA, MS or higher is preferred) Experience in semiconductor-related industries or roles Prior experience in Operations/Supply Chain Management or Commodity Management is a plus English and Mandarin fluency PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Proven ability to rapidly acquire new knowledge and apply strong critical thinking skills for problem solving Demonstrated ability to drive successful delivery of strategic business initiatives Exceptional ability to interpret complex data and translate findings into clear, actionable insights that drive results Excellent written and verbal communication for conveying operational, technical, and commercial information clearly to diverse internal and external stakeholders Ability to work cross functionally in a dynamic environment - individually and as a member of a team Skilled at effectively managing competing priorities, leveraging adaptability and resourcefulness to deliver on time Strong personal and professional integrity Demonstrates a strong work ethic and high degree of flexibility Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Python, Tableau) highly desire Frequent travel might be required during some parts of the year, depending on the commodities

Responsibilities

Manage strategic and tactical initiatives for a specific commodity within the Apple supply chain, acting as a key interface between operations, suppliers, and manufacturers. Responsibilities include planning manufacturing capacity, managing supplier performance, and executing supply chain improvement strategies.