Manager, Soft Goods Materials, Global Suppy Management at Apple

Cupertino, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

People Leadership, Global Supply Management, Vendor Strategy, Cost Negotiation, Supply Chain Strategy, Executive Supplier Relations, Should-cost Modeling, Risk Mitigation, Materials Sourcing, Contract Negotiation, Manufacturing Operations, Resource Allocation

Industry

Computers and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Apple is seeking an experienced, strategic, and people-first leader to join our Softgoods Materials Global Supply Management (GSM) team. This specialized business group manages the end-to-end lifecycle of Apple's highly differentiated and unique materials—from initial sourcing and development through mass production and ongoing supply continuity. Our portfolio spans many different textiles, polyurethane films, and adhesives. Our world-class material supply chains must be unique, innovative, and specialized to enable Apple's rigorous performance and quality standards. As the GSM Manager, you will lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing team of Global Supply Managers. You will bridge engineering innovation with business execution, drive the long-term material supply chain and vendor strategy, negotiate cost, execute supply, and manage executive-level partnerships with a network of global suppliers. You will ensure that Apple's material supply chains are resilient, responsive, and structured to support both current programs and future product roadmaps. DESCRIPTION As the GSM Manager, you will lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing team of Global Supply Managers. You will bridge engineering innovation with business execution, drive the long-term material supply chain and vendor strategy, negotiate cost, execute supply, and manage executive-level partnerships with a network of global suppliers. You will ensure that Apple's material supply chains are resilient, responsive, and structured to support both current programs and future product roadmaps. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: 10+ years of professional experience in global operations, supply chain management, or high-volume manufacturing environments. People Leadership: Demonstrated experience directly managing, mentoring, and developing professional teams (including individual career growth plans, performance management, and setting team culture). Executive Supplier Relations: Proven track record of establishing and managing senior executive relationships with international suppliers. Strategy & Resource Allocation: Experience defining long-term supply chain strategies and managing team workload, project allocations, and supply initiatives. Process Knowledge: Strong understanding of value-added manufacturing processes, cost engineering (should-cost modeling), and manufacturing operations. Negotiation & Governance: Experience leading commercial agreements, contract and cost negotiations, supplier financial assessments, and driving risk mitigation tactics. Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Materials Science, or similar) or Business/Operations. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Material Expertise: Experience in advanced materials manufacturing, specifically with softgoods, textiles, adhesives, polyurethane, or related cosmetic and functional materials. Advanced Degree: MBA or Master's degree is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of Global Supply Managers to oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of soft goods materials. Bridge engineering innovation with business execution to drive long-term vendor strategies and manage executive-level supplier partnerships.