Supplier Operations Analyst, Infrastructure Services

Apple • Austin, TX

16d

About The Position

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values
that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple
Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas
stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make
something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better.
It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation
that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the
best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add
something. Join Apple and help reimagine the way we work. We are seeking a
dynamic, energetic and motivated analyst to join the Infrastructure Services
Business Operations - Global Purchasing Operations (GPOPs) team as an
Infrastructure Supplier Operations Analyst.

DESCRIPTION

We are responsible for Apple Data Center (DC) supplier operations within
Infrastructure Services. This team works collaboratively with multi-functional
teams to improve the supply chain process and develop innovative fulfillment
strategies. An Infrastructure Supplier Operations Analyst is responsible for
engaging in the order process with our suppliers, maintaining collaboration
throughout DC operations, and upholding data integrity within central databases.
This position works closely with other key cross-functional teams from Material
Planning, Asset Management, and Finance to develop the strategic direction,
goals, objectives and key measurement systems to ensure the business goals are
met. They will manage vendor engagement while supporting fulfillment operations.
They will ensure proper updates within our tools with regard to advanced
shipping notices, order confirmations and assets while meeting on time delivery,
product availability and customer experience goals. This person will perform
data analysis and process mapping to drive the optimal fulfillment activities
from order induction through delivery and EOL support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in Finance, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field, or equivalent work experience
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP or equivalent)
• Intermediate Excel skills for data manipulation and reporting

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with data centers, technical components and structure of a server or similar products, supply chain, logistics, or vendor management processes
• Tableau, or similar data visualization tools Experience contributing to efforts to improve internal tools and leveraging software to improve efficiency in data management/reporting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills Highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing ambiguity
• Manage multiple supplier relationships and supplier data within internal tools
• Demonstrable ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders across a variety of business units

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees