Manager, Soft Goods Materials, Global Suppy Management

As the GSM Manager, you will lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing team of Global Supply Managers. You will bridge engineering innovation with business execution, drive the long-term material supply chain and vendor strategy, negotiate cost, execute supply, and manage executive-level partnerships with a network of global suppliers. You will ensure that Apple's material supply chains are resilient, responsive, and structured to support both current programs and future product roadmaps. Minimum Qualifications Experience: 10+ years of professional experience in global operations, supply chain management, or high-volume manufacturing environments. People Leadership: Demonstrated experience directly managing, mentoring, and developing professional teams (including individual career growth plans, performance management, and setting team culture). Executive Supplier Relations: Proven track record of establishing and managing senior executive relationships with international suppliers. Strategy & Resource Allocation: Experience defining long-term supply chain strategies and managing team workload, project allocations, and supply initiatives. Process Knowledge: Strong understanding of value-added manufacturing processes, cost engineering (should-cost modeling), and manufacturing operations. Negotiation & Governance: Experience leading commercial agreements, contract and cost negotiations, supplier financial assessments, and driving risk mitigation tactics. Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Materials Science, or similar) or Business/Operations. Preferred Qualifications Material Expertise: Experience in advanced materials manufacturing, specifically with softgoods, textiles, adhesives, polyurethane, or related cosmetic and functional materials. Advanced Degree: MBA or Master's degree is highly preferred.