Global Sourcing and Supply Manager (GSSM),

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Description

The Global Sourcing and Supply Manager acts 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.","responsibilities":"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

Preferred Qualifications

Operations/supply chain management or commodity management experience is a plus

Quick learner

Demonstrated ability to drive and deliver strategic business initiatives

Outstanding analytical capabilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work cross functionally in a dynamic environment - individually and as a member of a team

Ability to handle different and competing priorities

High level of personal and professional integrity

Strong work ethic with a high degree of flexibility

Familiar with Python/Tableau, data analysis etc. is a plus

Travel: Frequent travel might be required during some parts of the year, depending on the commodities

Mandarin fluency is a plus

MBA is a plus but not required

Minimum Qualifications

BS/BA degree

English and Japanese fluency is required