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Manage the overall operational aspects of running iPhone Enclosures manufacturing operations, on-ground at Apple CM partner factories in India Drive the operational performance at CMs required to meet Apple needsHelp develop production schedules, and plan demand/supply Work with Apple CMs and Apple cross-functional teams to drive adherence to ramp and production schedules, identify risks, help develop mitigation plans Manage and support commercial engagement with CMs, including capital costs and part pricing Identify and help CMs implement operational improvements Act as a liaison between Apple MD Enclosures team and CM teams; communicate targets to CMs, and jointly drive solutions Prepare and present to Apple executive teams status reports, key issues, mitigation plans etc Collaborate with cross-functional Apple teams on meeting overall product goals and requirements (Quality, Process Design, Technical Operations, Ops Test Engineering, Capital Expenditure, Planning, Final Assembly) Lead cross-functional brain-storming sessions, analyze required datasets and articulate the findings/recommendations to Ops executive team on a periodic basis As needed, engage with broader project related Tier-2/3 supply chain, including equipment and raw material suppliers, to develop plans and track status Respond quickly to changes to the overall goals, schedule, and/or designs GSMs are courageous leaders capable of working with highly skilled cross-functional business & technical teams to identify risks, explore solutions, reach consensus and execute mitigations as quickly and efficiently as possible 8+ years of experience in high volume manufacturing operations, with a strong engineering or product development background Hands-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. Willingness and ability to travel internationally & domestically up to 50% BS degree in engineering or equivalent. MS in Supply Chain or MBA Preferred Qualifications Experience working with OEMs and Contract Manufacturers in the Consumer Electronics Industry is a plus Excellent communicators, capable of working with global teams Ability to influence across multiple functional teams Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills Top-notch analytical/negotiation skills Ability to toggle between strategic and detail orientated thinking Tenacious problem solving & issue resolution skills Driven and motivated by accomplishing extraordinary objectives Flexibility to adapt to dynamic and rapidly changing environments
