SummaryPosted: Dec 17, 2024Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number:200573333Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something. If you want to be a part of our fast-paced and exciting Apple team, join us as our Finished Goods Distribution Centre Manager (China). This is a local role based in Shanghai responsible for the management and execution of the DC operations locally. The role covers DC related activities such as inbound, outbound, reverse logistics and value added services. This person oversees the day-to-day operations, managing the 3rd party logistics suppliers (3PLs) across the line of business to meet service levels.DescriptionDescription- Manage the 3PLs SLA performance, warehouse spent, SOW compliance in accordance to Apple’s requirements. - Drive the 3PLs(s) towards operations excellence on areas such as, but not limited to, operations execution, losses and damage, continuous improvement program, inventory accuracy. - Manage and lead 3PLs’ organization and their resources to support any required operations activities such as timely execution, analytics and reporting, exceptions management, shipping accuracy issues, etc. - Partner with 3PLs during key events such as new product launches, new store opening to ensure a flawless and successful execution. - Drive periodic review of 3PLs’ end-to-end platform to ensure support towards scalability and growth. - Collaborate with 3PLs for critical initiatives around capacity management, volume fluctuations, cost savings, process/system. - Establish a robust vendor management structure to ensure 3PLs have appropriate team structures in place to support scalability and develop outstanding operations. - Assess and facilitate region-wide change management programs. - Support the cross functional teams in capital projects as the subject market expert. - Develop executable BCPs within the supply chain network.Minimum QualificationsMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in a relevant field. Equivalent proven experience will be considered.Min 5 years of experience in logistics or supply chain with in-depth functional knowledge of key logistics processes.Key QualificationsKey QualificationsPreferred QualificationsPreferred QualificationsEquipped with strong business and operations knowledge within the relevant field. Including, but not limited to, B2C, Retail operations.Strong vendor management skills and working experience with major 3PLs in APAC.Experience in B2B or B2C leading company is highly advantageous.Strong people management experience and group development skills.Highly adaptable and resilient to the challenges of a dynamic environment.Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.Ability to build effective relationships in a cross-functional team.Positive energy and attitude with a thirst for personal growth.Strong knowledge of Excel preferred.SAP, Business objects (or equivalent) and database skills will be an advantage.Education & ExperienceEducation & ExperienceAdditional RequirementsAdditional RequirementsMore