Full-Time
Product Launch Readiness Program Manager
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Apple
10,001+ employees
Designs and sells consumer electronics and software
Mid, Senior
Austin, TX, USA
You match the following Apple's candidate preferences
Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:
- 3+ year’s experience leading execution in the areas of operations, supply chain, program and/or project management
- Consistent record of leading diverse, complex projects, combined with the ability to execute tactical activities and tasks
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong organizational and collaboration abilities
- Confidence in managing and navigating ambiguity successfully
- Demonstrated ability in business process re-engineering with an acute attention to detail and continuous innovation
- Excellent forward thinking capabilities, able to see beyond the current state, proactively identifying risks/opportunities
- Proven experience working optimally in a matrixed and global organization
- BA/BS Required. Ideally in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Engineering, Computer Science or Management Information Systems, or relevant field.
- Evaluate supply chain risks and implement contingency plans to mitigate consumer impact, including ad-hoc analytical problem solving during unprecedented events.
- Identify process improvement/change management opportunities (tools, workstreams, systems) and drive solutions from conception through implementation, developing solutions directly or through partner teams.
- Manage cross-organizational teams to roll out new products, systems, and solutions to market while ensuring complete confidentiality; driving organizational, systems, and people readiness.
- Own new product/systems/tool launch plans, providing updates on critical checkpoints and elevating risks to business partners and executive team.
- Present, defend, and influence supply chain capability and technology roadmap to Apple’s senior executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Develop/Provide inputs to time dependency models for key milestones, building contingency plans and knowing when to recommend changes and/or when to escalate.
- Evaluate supply chain risks and implement contingency plans to mitigate consumer impact, including ad-hoc problem solving during unprecedented events.
- Identify process improvement opportunities (tools, workstreams, systems) and drive solutions from conception through implementation.
- Stitch across a global cross-functional teams throughout the supply chain, both technical and functional, adjusting communication and messaging for intended audience/stakeholders.
- Demonstrate and explain complex business plans/processes, systems, and/or tools with a focus on the upstream/downstream impact and relationship between multiple functions and/or decisions.
- Engage with cross-functional stakeholders to gain perspective on scalability, risk, and unique regional differences; drive best practices globally and strengthen harmony among integrations.
- Develop and utilize analytical models to evaluate complex data sets, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to drive critical business decisions.
- Drive innovation opportunities within our supply chain aimed towards achieving Apple’s Sustainability and eco-friendly goals of Carbon Neutrality throughout our supply chain by 2030.
- Proficiency in computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and software development, enhancing problem-solving capabilities and project efficiency a plus.
- MBA or Advanced Degree preferred.
Apple Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells a variety of technology products and services, including iPhones, iPads, Mac computers, Apple Watches, and Apple TVs. The company also offers services like the App Store, Apple Music, iCloud, and Apple Pay. Apple's products work together seamlessly, providing users with a cohesive experience across devices. This integration is a key differentiator from competitors, as it allows for easy interaction between hardware and software. Apple aims to enhance customer loyalty and sustainability through initiatives like the Apple Card, which offers cash back on purchases, and a trade-in program that encourages recycling of old devices. The company's goal is to maintain its position as a leader in the technology market by continuously innovating and providing high-quality products and services.
Company Stage
IPO
Total Funding
$619.1K
Headquarters
Cupertino, California
Founded
1976
Simplify's Take
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What critics are saying
- Apple faces competition in the smart home market from Amazon and Google.
- Potential supply chain issues could delay the HomePod mini 2 release.
- Criticism of AI-powered notification summaries may impact iOS 18 adoption.
What makes Apple unique
- Apple's integrated hardware and software create a seamless user experience.
- Apple's trade-in program supports sustainability and customer loyalty.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Performance Bonus
Relocation Assistance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan