NPO Operations Program Manager

Summary

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming
extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion
and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish.

The people here at Apple don’t just build products — they craft the kind of wonder that’s
revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that
inspires 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.

Description

The New Product Introduction Operations Program Manager (NPO) launches products on
time, with high quality and maximum customer availability.

NPO’s are pivotal to the dynamic development and launch of Apple’s products. A successful
NPO is a leader and facilitator; is dynamic, driven, organized and detail oriented; excels in
program/ project management; communicates with ease at all levels; thrives in an
ambiguous environment and is adept at facilitating actions and resolving conflicts.

Furthermore, we lead within worldwide Operations and collaborate with the core product
development team and other functional organizations within Apple.

• Leads Apple and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) operations team in planning
and executing development builds and new product ramps.
• Drives Ramp readiness with Engineering, Operations and OEM teams.
• Communicates requirements and schedules to facilitate technical readiness with
supply chain teams.
• Influences product manufacturability, testability, and supply chain responsiveness in
pursuit of low cost and flexibility while stewarding quality
• Manages communications, upward and downward through the organization; raising
key issues and options for resolution with executive teams.

Responsibilities

Establishes strong network with Engineering and Operations teams; leverages network to drive convergence between development schedule, module ramp requirements, and new product launch

Drives PRQ readiness with Engineering, Operations and OEM teams, planning build requirements, tracking material availability, and overseeing build execution

Influences product manufacturability, testability, and supply chain responsiveness in pursuit of low cost and flexibility while stewarding quality

Manages communications, upward and downward through the organization; raising key issues and options for resolution with executive teams

Ability to travel up to 20%

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years of experience in Operations or Supply Chain or Product/Program Management

MS or BS Degree

Preferred Qualifications

Strong leader, self-motivated, proactive, detail oriented, hands-on and results driven

Solid communication skills and ability to build strong relationship to influence cross functional teams

Technical expertise and prior OEM management experience

Masters or MBA are considered a plus

Pay & Benefits — Cupertino, California, United States

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $133,500 and $246,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.