CapEx Global Supply Manager (GSM) - Mechanical Enclosures

Apple•Cupertino, CA

About The Position

Apple GSMs own the commercial relationship with our enclosure 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. GSMs sit at the intersection of Apple's business activities and engineering communities, and effectively balance the needs of both groups to ensure successful product launches. Enclosure components (such as the housing) define the look, feel and expression of Apple’s globally recognized industrial and product design. GSMs work in concert with operations, supply quality, and supply base engineers as well as Apple’s Product Design and Industrial Design teams. Together, these teams execute and scale both new and existing manufacturing processes, materials, technologies, finishes and form factors. An Apple Enclosure CapEx GSMs sit at a unique intersection of manufacturing, engineering and finance/procurement – allowing individuals broad insight into the launch of Apple’s world class products. The team plays a critical role in finding ways to optimize the manufacturing process by identifying and implementing better ways of designing, managing, and purchasing the Equipment and Tooling & Fixtures used in manufacturing Enclosure parts. Enclosure components (such as the housing, cover glass & buttons) define the look, feel and expression of Apple’s globally recognized industrial and product design. CapEx GSMs work with cross-functional teams to best utilize Apple’s assets and minimize overall CapEx spend in enabling Apple products. A CapEx team member has the ability to impact Apple’s bottom line.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in supply chain development, sourcing management, or strong mechanical engineering background in product development
Hands-on experience in any of the following: mechanical engineering, mechanical development, manufacturing practices/techniques involving CNC Machined parts, sheet metal, enclosures, casings, jigs, tooling, fixtures, injection molding, vacuum forming, plastic parts, ceramics, etc.
BSME or BSIE, or equivalent.
Ability to work with large datasets and generate actionable insights
Create visualizations from large datasets (using Tableau, other)
Ability to toggle between strategic and tactical, detail-oriented thinking
Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
Ability to influence across multiple functional teams
Flexibility to adapt to dynamic and rapidly changing environments
Understand the life-cycle and health of large capital Equipment

Nice To Haves

MBA a plus
Experience in a manufacturing environment and/or Equipment and Automation design is preferred
Database development and maintenance experience a plus
Enterprise software experience a plus
Knowledge in data analysis (python, R, VBA, Tableau) is desirable
Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and management skills
Prior CapEx or Budget Management experience a plus
Ability to should-cost large capital Equipment and Tooling & Fixtures

Responsibilities

Understand the technical aspects of Equipment and Tooling & Fixtures
Identify and drive reuse and cost-optimization opportunities
Data analysis to identify and parse process-related opportunities
Run ROI analysis
Create and manage a CapEx budget
Drive standardization in asset naming convention across suppliers and internal teams
Build relationships, drive cross-functional teams on consensus of opportunities
Organize projects including schedules, teams, and motivation. Be able to think multiple steps ahead to mitigate project risks
Clear and concise communication of Budget status to management team
Manage Equipment and Tooling & Fixture forecasting and kickoff process
Travel internationally to support systems & tools adoption, and early project engagement