Worldwide Demand Planner

SummaryPosted: Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number:200580587Apple is looking for a dynamic, Worldwide Operations Supply / Demand Planner! The Worldwide Operations Supply / Demand Product Planner will own the product availability and revenue plan attainment for one of Apple’s product lines globally. In this role, you will act as focal point in development, communication, and execution of product demand and supply plans, to meet our overall financial goals. Extraordinary operational excellence is a cornerstone of our success, and the Worldwide Supply Demand organization plays a meaningful role in ensuring operational and financial success for Apple!DescriptionInitial product line focus will be settled at time of hire, and future opportunities might be in any of Apple’s product lines. Initial functional focus could be in either Allocation or Planning. Responsibilities of the Worldwide Operations Supply / Demand Product Planner will include: - Analyze forecasted demand, inventory, and channel and direct sell through, to develop and handle daily, weekly and quarterly supply plans. Results should meet Apple’s quarterly financial revenue plans, while achieving aggressive order cycle time goals and minimizing finished goods and raw material liability. Evaluate risks, plan and implement contingency plans to mitigate. - Publish build plan to factories after reviewing capacity, materials, and customer demand. Track OEM performance against plan using production control management systems. - Analyze product order bookings, backlog, and billings daily. Identify problem areas, and drive appropriate functional groups to correct. - Partner closely with worldwide product planning to ensure supply plans support direct, retail store, and channel weekly sell through, while maintaining appropriate channel inventory levels. Coordinate with Sales and Finance teams to set launch quantities and to ensure smooth product transitions. - Partner with logistics teams to determine and execute optimal supply chain for all product shipments, incorporating both cost and customer service metrics. Set supply chain cost targets for product line, measure actual achievement, target improvement. - Present product status updates on a weekly basis to WW Supply / Demand management team. - Improve product allocation and planning processes. Identify improvement opportunities, marshal resources, and drive projects to completion, to achieve targeted measurable benefits.Minimum Qualifications7+ years Operations experience, preferably in a high tech or computer-related industryPrior experience in product planning, production control, inventory management, or production / manufacturing operationsBA/BS in related field requiredPreferred QualificationsMBA DesirableAPICS certification a plusProven understanding of premier supply chain practices, strong problem solving capabilities, and business savvyYou are expected to exert thoughtful influence in a matrixed organization - should be a strong teammate and communicatorYou should be confident presenting to senior managementAdditional requirements include the ability to both think strategically and execute tactically, a persistent attention to detail, and a high level of amenity in working with numbersPay & BenefitsAt 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 $135,900 and $204,600, 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.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 take affirmative action to ensure 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.