The New Product Introduction Operations Program Manager (NPI OPM) is crucial for launching Apple's new products on time with superior quality and maximum customer availability. This role specifically focuses on ensuring packout readiness for all new and sustaining programs. You will lead within Worldwide Operations to plan and implement packaging design updates, collaborating closely with Engineering, Marketing, Readiness, and factory teams. A successful Packout NPI OPM is organized, detail-oriented, proficient with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software, excels in program/project management, communicates effectively at all levels, thrives in ambiguity, and is adept at facilitating actions and resolving conflicts. Responsibilities include leading Apple & Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) operations teams in planning and executing packaging design updates, managing key issues, assessing risks, communicating status, influencing design changes, and creating Build of Material (BOM) structures using Agile PLM software.
Good To Have:- Organized and detail-oriented
- Excel in program/project management
- Thrive in ambiguous environments
- Adept at facilitating actions and resolving conflicts
Must Have:- Lead packout readiness for new products
- Plan and implement packaging design updates
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Manage key issues and assess risks
- Communicate effectively at all levels
- Proficient with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software
- Create and maintain Build of Material (BOM) structures