Global Supply Manager (GSM) - iPhone Mechanical Enclosures

Quick Facts

• Own commercial relationships with enclosure manufacturing partners
• Drive cost, supply continuity, risk management, and operational efficiencies
• Collaborate across business and engineering teams to ensure successful product launches

Description

The Global Supply Manager (GSM) is responsible for enclosure component manufacturing relationships, including cost negotiations, continuity of supply, risk management, and overall project execution. The role balances business needs with engineering requirements and works with operations, supply quality, supply base engineers, and Product/Industrial Design teams to scale manufacturing processes, materials, technologies, finishes, and form factors.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate costs with manufacturing partners and execute strategic commercial deals
• Manage continuity of supply and overall supply risks
• Drive operational and cost efficiencies through process or design changes
• Identify, scale, and manage new and existing manufacturing partners
• Execute and scale new and existing manufacturing processes and materials for enclosure components

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in supply chain development, sourcing management, or a strong mechanical engineering background in product development
• Hands-on mechanical engineering/mechanical development experience with manufacturing practices such as CNC machined parts, sheet metal, enclosures/casings, jigs, tooling, fixtures, injection molding, vacuum forming, plastic parts, or ceramics
• BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent); MBA preferred
• Ability to travel internationally (~25%)

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a rapidly changing environment and drive excellence across responsibilities and partners
• Work with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with senior management and peers