Global Supply Manager (GSM) - Recycled Rare Earths
Core
Develop and own global sourcing strategy and supplier relationships for raw materials (recycled rare earths, polymers, metals) to support Apple's product portfolio.
Role type
Senior Global Supply Manager (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Raw material supply chains for magnets, polymers, metals, and enclosure components
Domain
Consumer Electronics / Sustainable Materials
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier qualification, commercial negotiation, risk mitigation, cross-functional partnership, process improvement, subject matter expertise
Preferred skills
Scaling new supply chains, mass production integration, executive-level presentation, tenacious problem-solving, influence without authority
Technologies
Injection molding, casting, coatings, chemical processing
Responsibilities
Develop global sourcing strategy for raw materials; Own strategic supplier relationships end-to-end; Lead supplier qualification and technical validation; Negotiate commercial agreements; Identify and mitigate supply chain risks; Partner with engineering to meet technical specs; Drive operational and cost efficiencies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC