Job Details

ESCI Supplier Readiness & Development Business Engagement Manager

Sunnyvale, California, United States

Operations and Supply Chain

Summary

Posted: Jun 27, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200610509

Apple is looking for candidates with experience in supply chain and program management, preferably in the technology sector. The candidate will also possess expertise in operations, procurement, and/or factory experience and preferably have a background in human resource management and/or environment, health and safety issues. This individual will work with the Supplier Readiness & Development Business Engagement Senior Manager as part of the team responsible for contributing to Apple's Environmental and Supply Chain Innovation (ESCI) program. This position is based in Sunnyvale.

Description

The ESCI Supplier Development Business Engagement Manager is responsible for the leading the Business Engagement team’s overall strategy, execution, and measurement of commodities’ performance relative to ESCI goals. The BE Manager’s responsibilities also include supplier performance management, commodity review leadership, risk mitigation, partner training, data integrity management, and executive-level presentations.

Program & Project Management:
Collect, maintain, and present data relevant to ESCI performance of Apple suppliers
Analyze and present SD risk assessments for suppliers, from product development thru ramp (i.e., Supplier Plan of Record reviews)
Drive actions to improve supplier’s performance relative to ESCI goals
Partner with ESCI Supplier Development Regional Managers to escalate and resolve any non-compliance issues from CoC or other SD Audits
Manage multiple simultaneous projects with minimal supervision
Manage external resources or consultants as required

Business Partnership:
Facilitate and influence cross-functional team discussions to establish and enforce SD requirements in design, manufacturing, supplier selection, and site expansion decisions
Develop and maintain relationships with cross-functional teams, SD internal functions and the third-party vendors to support SD initiatives
Communicate Supplier Development programs and progress internally, as well as build strategic external relationships
Partner with internal business partners by providing information as needed
Educate Apple personnel in ESCI programs, practices, and standards

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in people management

• BA/BS degree in a relevant field

• Minimum 10 years of experience in supply chain management, procurement/operations management, new production/program introduction, and/or social responsibility

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or masters degree in a relevant field

• 15+ years prior full-time relevant work experience in supply chain management, procurement/operations management, new production/program introduction, and/or social responsibility

• Outstanding project management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously under minimal supervision

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to interact effectively with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization

• Strong leadership and team development skills

• Demonstrated analytical capabilities coupled with good business acumen

• Builds rapport with stakeholders both inside and outside the organization

• Demonstrated success in project management

• Demonstrated success in team leadership

• Skilled at multi-tasking, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines

• Ability and desire to work independently in a fast-paced team environment and function equally well as a leader, team member, and facilitator

• Strong capability with database and presentation applications

• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of cross functional partners across diverse cultures and backgrounds

• Experience in Procurement or Operations

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 $178,900 and $269,400, 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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