Apple

Regional Supplier Manager - Inbound Logistics

Apple$90K — $120K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in transportation/logistics industry.
  • Proficient in TMS and/or sea freight management software and track and trace tools.
  • Strong analytical, data-driven problem-solving skills.
  • Formal background in continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma or LEAN) preferred.
  • Experience in fast-paced sectors like high tech or consumer electronics is a plus.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Americas transportation network.
  • Manage supplier Statement of Work (SOW) requirements and ensure key performance indicators are achieved.
  • Plan and coordinate with suppliers for key events like Peak season and New Product Introductions.
  • Develop transportation strategy to support the Americas Logistics region.
  • Manage critical delivery events for cost-effective and timely service.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to introduce and implement new transportation programs.
  • Conduct weekly and monthly meetings with suppliers to set priorities and actions.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Collaborative work environment with dynamic cross-functional teams.
  • Involvement in critical business decisions impacting the region.
  • Exposure to innovative tools and technologies in logistics.
  • Potential for quantifiable cost-saving initiatives as part of the role.
Full Job Description
- Development and execution of appropriate SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures) in Americas transportation network in support of the various AMR business segments - Responsible for managing supplier SOW (Statement of Work) requirements and ensuring performance goals and key performance indicators are met. - Working and planning with supplier base on key events such as Peak season and New Product Introductions. - Development and execution of transportation strategy in support of Americas Logistics region - Tactical management of critical delivery events to ensure cost optimal, on time delivery service. - Working with cross functional teams within the Americas Operations team to introduce, develop and implement new transportation programs while also providing key business management reporting on the Americas transportation network performance. - Management of weekly and monthly supplier related meetings including setting priorities and key actions. - Partnering with Finance team on identifying and implementing quantifiable cost savings. BS Required with 5 years minimum experience in transportation/logistics industry Should be systems literate such as TMS and/or sea freight management software, track and trace tools, as well as possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Formal continuous improvement background (Six Sigma or LEAN) with a focus on root cause analysis is highly desired. Experience in a fast moving industry (high tech, consumer electronics) is preferred. Ability to work in dynamic, cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment while demonstrating strong work ethic and a high degree of flexibility Strong verbal and written communication skills, where no communication leaves ambiguity for the recipient. Proficiency with data analytics and proven ability to analyze complex data sets and use insights to tell a clear and concise story to influence decision making. Ability to innovate inefficient processes by developing home grown tools (e.g. Tableau dashboards) that enable partners to focus on strategic initiatives.

About Apple

Apple is a corporation that designs, manufactures, and markets mobile communication and media devices, personal computers, portable digital music players, and sells a variety of related software, services, peripherals, networking solutions, and third-party digital content and applications. Apple provides many products and services, including iPhone; iPad; iPod; Mac; Apple TV; a portfolio of consumer and professional software applications; the iOS and OS X operating systems; iCloud; and accessories, service, and support offerings. It sells its products worldwide through its retail stores, online stores, direct sales force and third-party cellular network carriers, wholesalers, retailers, and value-added resellers to the consumer and also sells third-party iPhone, iPad, Mac and iPod compatible products, including application software and accessories through its online and retail stores. Introduced in 1984, the Macintosh was the first widely sold personal computer with a graphical user interface (GUI). That feature and others such as an improved floppy drive design and a low-cost hard drive that made data retrieval faster helped Apple cultivate a reputation for innovation. Apple was named as the most admired company in the United States in 2008 and in the world from 2008 to 2012 by the Fortune magazine. The company was founded by Steven Paul Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Gerald Wayne on April 1, 1976, and is headquartered in Cupertino, California.

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154,000 employees
Market Cap
$2,074.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$63.9 billion
Founded
1976
5 Year Trend
+11.5%
Revenue
$294.1 billion
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