Job Details

Inbound Transportation Global Supply Manager

Sunnyvale, California, United States

Operations and Supply Chain

Summary

Posted: Apr 16, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200598903

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 create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that encourages 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. We are looking for a Senior Global Sourcing Supply Manager (GSSM) for Inbound Transportation. In this role you will report to the Director of WW Logistics Procurement and manage Apple’s global inbound transportation spend and ensure customers receive outstanding delivery services from Apple. You will be responsible for the qualification, selection and contracting of Inbound transportation. You will play a key role in maintaining business relationships with the Regional and Worldwide Leaders of Logistics Operations and ensure both Corporate Procurement Strategies and those supporting the Logistics Operations efforts are aligned. You will also foster positive business relationships with senior level people across Apple’s Logistics Suppliers.

Description

Typical responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Developing a strategy for making sure freight is delivered on time to Apple’s customers at the lowest possible cost. Ensuring that freight capacity is available in line with Apple’s projected forecasts and growth objectives. Performing supplier financial research, spend analysis and ad-hoc financial analysis for strategic procurement deals. Negotiating transportation contracts and the financial analysis associated with driving an agreement that supports Apple’s objectives. Support and execute BOC (Business Opportunity Conference), Requests for Proposals (RFP) as well as additional sourcing efforts such as Request for Information (RFIs) which align with GSSM global strategy. Reviewing of all business documents being released to the suppliers: RFPs, RFIs, Statement of Work (SOW), Master Agreements (MSAs), and negotiating its terms by working closely with Legal and the Director of WW Logistics Procurement. Ensuring that suppliers are selected who meet the needs of Apple at the terms and pricing favorable to Apple. Have regular status reviews with the business and suppliers ensuring that services are being performed according to the SOW and pricing. Ensure active measurement of the supplier’s performance to the SOW is occurring and identification of root cause and corrective measures are established as the need arises. Work with the regional business units and vendors to ensure that costs and waste are being eliminated from the overall supply chain. Maintaining effective and proactive relationships with regional business teams to ensure support of existing and new operational requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree plus 10+ years relevant experience in the logistics industry.

• 10+ years of experience managing in all modes of Inbound transportation with focus on Airfreight and Ocean freight

• 10+ years of experience engaging directly with Logistics suppliers

• Deep expertise in end to end Contract Management

• 15+ years of experience in a procurement function

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in all modes of Inbound transportation with focus on Airfreight and Ocean freight

• Must be a skilled negotiator, highly analytical, creative and an effective communicator

• Ability to influence others

• Experience with Contract Management from end to end

• Knowledge of Logistics suppliers and contacts

• Excellent problem solving skills and attention to details

• Tenacity and passion

• Ability to operate independently and lead without authority

• Ability to think outside of the box and come up with creative ideas to solve complex problems

• MBA Desirable

Pay & Benefits

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 $211,300 and $317,600, 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. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

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

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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