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Global Sourcing & Supply Manager

Apple -
Cork, County Cork

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Job details

Qualifications

Sourcing
Supplier management experience
Supply chain
Master's degree
Analysis skills
Bachelor's degree
Supply chain management
Manufacturing
Business
Supply Chain Management
Communication skills
Negotiation

Full job description

Apple is a place where extraordinary people gather to do their best work. Just be ready to dream big.The people here at Apple don't just build products, they build the kind of wonder that's revolutionised entire industries.

It's the diversity of those people and their ideas that encourages the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. The Global Sourcing and Supply Manager serves as the critical link between Apple's product teams and the industries providing essential component technologies.

This position will be based out of Apple's EMEIA Headquarters in Cork, Ireland.

Description
Apple is seeking a Global Sourcing & Supply Manager (GSSM) to support strategic planning, deal structuring, and negotiations. This role requires collaboration with internal teams, including procurement, engineering, finance, and legal, as well as engagement with third-party vendors and suppliers.

This role is responsible for developing and implementing sourcing strategies while identifying opportunities for product innovation through advancements in technology. Success in this position requires a strong understanding of market dynamics, strategic negotiation and pricing, manufacturing processes, and risk mitigation. ","responsibilities":"Develop a multifaceted understanding of the commodity landscape in order to forecast industry trends and gauge emerging competitive forces
Identify changes in buyer and supplier power within core materials markets and use industry dynamics to Apple's advantage
Effectively work with suppliers to negotiate optimal terms for sourcing
Understand the trade-offs between cost, volume, and quality in order to strike agreements that meet Apple's performance criteria and secure long-term supply continuity
Collaborate across the Apple organisation (Engineering, R&D, Global Supply Management teams) to ensure business goals are met
Optimise global supply chain performance through cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking
Develop an in-depth understanding of improved manufacturing processes and costs, reverse logistics, and market intelligence, and apply this knowledge to influence Apple's future product roadmap and sourcing decisions
Assess and mitigate risks to the business
Manage global supply chain disruptions in real time with the support of an international team
Provide overall programme management support and contribute to ongoing development of processes, templates, escalation procedures, and reporting

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field
Master's degree or MBA
Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis (20%-30%)

Minimum Qualifications
Extensive experience in global sourcing, supply chain management, or a related field, with a demonstrated track record of managing complex supplier relationships and negotiations
Strong quantitative and analytical skills, critical thinking, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Proven ability to negotiate with tenacity, passion, and strategic skill
Expertise in managing forecasts and supply, ensuring supply chain flexibility to mitigate risks
In-depth knowledge of supplier management and operational processes
Experience developing and managing suppliers to uphold industry-leading standards in quality, delivery, and cost efficiency
Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to rapidly synthesise and communicate findings to senior leaders and actively identify potential supply issues that can affect product strategy
Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to navigate unexpected challenges and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment

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