CapEx Global Supply Manager (GSM) - Mechanical Enclosures

An Apple Enclosure CapEx GSMs sit at a unique intersection of manufacturing, engineering and finance/procurement – allowing individuals broad insight into the launch of Apple’s world class products. The team plays a critical role in finding ways to optimize the manufacturing process by identifying and implementing better ways of designing, managing, and purchasing the Equipment and Tooling & Fixtures used in manufacturing Enclosure parts. Enclosure components (such as the housing, cover glass & buttons) define the look, feel and expression of Apple’s globally recognized industrial and product design. CapEx GSMs work with cross-functional teams to best utilize Apple’s assets and minimize overall CapEx spend in enabling Apple products. A CapEx team member has the ability to impact Apple’s bottom line. The role includes the following activities: • Understand the technical aspects of Equipment and Tooling & Fixtures • Identify and drive reuse and cost-optimization opportunities • Data analysis to identify and parse process-related opportunities • Run ROI analysis • Create and manage a CapEx budget • Drive standardization in asset naming convention across suppliers and internal teams • Build relationships, drive cross-functional teams on consensus of opportunities • Organize projects including schedules, teams, and motivation. Be able to think multiple steps ahead to mitigate project risks • Clear and concise communication of Budget status to management team • Manage Equipment and Tooling & Fixture forecasting and kickoff process • Travel internationally to support systems & tools adoption, and early project engagement Minimum Qualifications 5+ years of experience in supply chain development, sourcing management, or strong mechanical engineering background in product development 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. BSME or BSIE, or equivalent. MBA a plus. Preferred Qualifications Ability to work with large datasets and generate actionable insights Create visualizations from large datasets (using Tableau, other) Ability to toggle between strategic and tactical, detail-oriented thinking Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills Ability to influence across multiple functional teams Flexibility to adapt to dynamic and rapidly changing environments Experience in a manufacturing environment and/or Equipment and Automation design is preferred Database development and maintenance experience a plus Enterprise software experience a plus Knowledge in data analysis (python, R, VBA, Tableau) is desirable Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and management skills Prior CapEx or Budget Management experience a plus Ability to should-cost large capital Equipment and Tooling & Fixtures Understand the life-cycle and health of large capital Equipment