Apple GSMs own the commercial relationship with our enclosure manufacturing partners and are responsible for cost negotiations, continuity of supply, risk management, driving operational and cost efficiencies through process or design change, as well overall project execution. GSMs sit at the intersection of Apple’s business activities and engineering communities, and effectively balance the needs of both groups to ensure successful product launches.

Enclosure components (such as the housing, cover glass & buttons) define the look, feel and expression of Apple’s globally recognized industrial and product design. GSMs work in concert with operations, supply quality, and supply base engineers as well as Apple’s Product Design and Industrial Design teams. Together, these teams execute and scale both new and existing manufacturing processes, materials, technologies, finishes and form factors.

Successful GSMs thrive in a rapidly changing environment and constantly drive excellence across their own responsibilities as well as that of team members and partners. They frequently leverage strategic internal relationships to effectively collaborate with engineering, operations and other Apple teams. You are able make smart decisions with the information available, think and stay focused under pressure, and communicate concisely and effectively with senior management as well as peers. GSMs identify and scale new and existing manufacturing partners as well as executing creative and strategic commercial deals to achieve goals around cost, supply, and quality.

Top-notch analytical/negotiation skillsAbility to toggle between strategic and detail orientated thinkingTenacious problem solving & issue resolution skillsExcellent presentation and interpersonal skillsAbility to influence across multiple functional teamsFlexibility to adapt to dynamic and rapidly changing environments2+ years of experience in supply chain development, sourcing management, or strong mechanical engineering background in product developmentExcellent communicators, capable of working in multinational environments, driven and motivated by accomplishing extraordinary objectivesHands-on experience in any of the following: mechanical engineering, mechanical development, manufacturing practices/techniques involving CNC Machined parts, sheet metal, enclosures, casings, jigs, tooling, fixtures, injection molding, vacuum forming, plastic parts, ceramics, etc.Ability to travel 25% internationallyBSME or BSIE, or equivalent