
Apple Verified
Consumer Electronics, Software, Services, Retail
Sr. Strategic Operations Program Manager, iPhone
Cupertino, CAOnsiteFull TimeSeniorPosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available
Required skills
- iPhone
- Strategic Operations
- Program Manager
- Manufacturing
- Supply Chain Operations
- Product Launch
- Ramp Readiness
- End of Production
- Manufacturability
- Testability
Nice to have
- Masters
- Engineering Management
- Direct Management Experience
- Business Processes
- Product Cost Drivers
- People Management Skills
Role summary
Apple is seeking a Sr. Strategic Operations Program Manager for its iPhone division. This role is responsible for ensuring ramp readiness, successful product launches, and ongoing operations through the end of production. The Program Manager will influence product manufacturability, testability, and supply chain responsiveness to achieve cost efficiency and flexibility while maintaining Apple's high product quality standards. The ideal candidate excels in program management, communication, conflict resolution, and relationship-based influence, demonstrating composure under pressure.
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Strategic Operations Program Managers are responsible for ramp readiness, product launch and continuing operations through the ‘end of production’ of programs. You will influence product manufacturability, testability, and supply chain responsiveness in pursuit of low cost and maximum flexibility while stewarding the superior product quality expected of Apple products. A successful Strategic OPM excels in program/ project management; communicates with ease at all levels; is adept at facilitating actions and resolving conflicts; leads through relationships and influence; and displays grace under pressure.
12+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering and supply chain operations. Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
Masters in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field a plus Masters of Business Administration or Engineering Management a plus Direct management experience is a plus Strong program management and interpersonal skills Knowledge of business processes and product cost drivers Experience leading operations or related experience Good people management skills / can drive consensus Detail oriented/ analytical skills for complete project ownership Strong cross-functional teamwork and interpersonal skills Able to define processes and requirements under ambiguous conditions Uses data to drive decision-making Prioritize and communicate/ negotiate changes to project timeline while still supporting project goals
Description
Strategic Operations Program Managers are responsible for ramp readiness, product launch and continuing operations through the ‘end of production’ of programs. You will influence product manufacturability, testability, and supply chain responsiveness in pursuit of low cost and maximum flexibility while stewarding the superior product quality expected of Apple products. A successful Strategic OPM excels in program/ project management; communicates with ease at all levels; is adept at facilitating actions and resolving conflicts; leads through relationships and influence; and displays grace under pressure.
Minimum Qualifications
12+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering and supply chain operations. Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
Preferred Qualifications
Masters in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field a plus Masters of Business Administration or Engineering Management a plus Direct management experience is a plus Strong program management and interpersonal skills Knowledge of business processes and product cost drivers Experience leading operations or related experience Good people management skills / can drive consensus Detail oriented/ analytical skills for complete project ownership Strong cross-functional teamwork and interpersonal skills Able to define processes and requirements under ambiguous conditions Uses data to drive decision-making Prioritize and communicate/ negotiate changes to project timeline while still supporting project goals
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