Act as resident expert in an assigned commodity
Collaborate with Worldwide Team to plan manufacturing capacity, prepare supply chain for new product ramps, lead timely actions to resolve supply issues and provide accurate risk assessments and supply projections
Manage forecast and supply, ensure supply chain flexibility to minimize risks
Manage and develop suppliers to maintain industry leading quality, delivery and cost
Develop and maintain professional and productive business partnership with suppliers
Work with Apple cross-functional teams and supply chain to achieve business goals and objectives
Spot improvement opportunities in supply chain and work to execute key initiatives and strategies
Participate in supplier evaluation and selection