Summary
Posted: Oct 5, 2023
Weekly Hours: 40
Role Number:200507454
Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. The New Product Introduction Operations Program Specialist (NPI OPS) plays a key role in launching Apple's new products on time with superior product quality and maximum customer availability. We support the fast-paced development and launch of Apple's products. You will be a key facilitator who defines and drives material to enable manufacturing line bring-up and collaborate with engineering to define final bill of materials. Overall mission is a successful product launch with all lines brought up on schedule and within budget.
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Key Qualifications
- 3+ years of industry experience in one or more of the following disciplines: New Product Introduction / Supply Chain Management / Manufacturing Operations
- Consolidate detailed and extensive cross-functional data into concise executive briefings
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, and ability to articulate complex scenarios in simple terms to OEM and working level teams as well as executives
- Excel, Database, & Statistical Software (SPSS, SAS, SQL etc.) experience a plus
- Ability to travel internationally up to 15%
Description
- Lead Apple & Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) operations teams in executing early operations builds & line bring-up material strategy. - Track readiness/risks: work with procurement teams and engineering teams on material down-selections, technical and production risks. - Lead communications, resolve issues and clearly communicate current status. - Influence product cost and product margin through material usage optimization projects. - Communicate system requirements and schedules to facilitate technical readiness with cross-functional teams. - NPI owner in ordering, tracking and actualizing material to support development builds & product ramp; drive material delivery through Apple Procurement and direct with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery. - Cross-functional owner for tracking & BOM readiness - Create purchase orders, maintain invoice tracking and goods receipts
Education & Experience
Bachelor's Degree preferably in Supply Chain/Operations, Science or Engineering
Additional Requirements
Pay & Benefits
- At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $119,900.00 and $181,000.00, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.