Apple Watch PD Engineering Program Specialist Cupertino,California,United States Hardware Are you passionate about extraordinary engineering? Will you help us build the next generation of Apple products? Come join us in this highly collaborative role, where you will help Apple build state of the art technologies for world-renowned Apple products. You will become an integral part of a team that champions engineering excellence, creativity and innovation! The Apple Watch Engineering Program Management Team is looking for a resourceful and energetic PD Engineering Project Specialist (EPS) to assist Material Management, Supply Chain Management, and Factory Readiness in support of our Apple Watch PD group. In this role you will drive the day-to-day activities to meet the overall program objectives focusing on engineering, development planning and validation cycles. This involves engaging with large cross functional teams and contract manufacturers to balance several competing objectives and meet aggressive deliverable timelines. **Description** Oversee Material Availability activities for all level builds. Includes overseeing team that drives factory data and accuracy. Assist in handling status reports/communications and escalations. System level parts list (BOM). Includes initiation (in Nimbus), coordination of updates and stuffing between various EPSs/EPMs, accuracy of configurations, and implementation at OEM site (in conjunction with in region EPS team). Provide direction on quantity and build strategy to Module EPSs/EPMs and System EPSs/EPMs Drive budget and all Vendor Level POs and BPOs. Create Purchase Order Requisitions, maintain Invoice Tracking and Goods Receipts. Travel (approx. two week trips) and Manage logistics of parts/BOM at builds. Work on multiple projects simultaneously. **Minimum Qualifications** + Unparalleled multitasking abilities. + Detail oriented accuracy. + Top-notch critical thinking skill-set + Strong communication (written and verbal) within our team and across the organization. + Self motivated with ability to adapt and react to resets and changes in a time sensitive environment. + Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a large cross-functional team. + Proficient in MS Excel and/or Numbers. + BA/BS degree or 3+ years of industry experience **Key Qualifications** **Preferred Qualifications** + Proficient with ERP software + Off-hour support experience through email, slack, phone or WebEx + Knowledge of product development processes as well as an understanding of manufacturing processes + NPI program management background **Education & Experience** **Additional Requirements** **Pay & Benefits** + At 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 $112,900 and $234,700, 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. 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