The New Product Operations Manager at Apple plays a crucial role in the development and launch of new products. This team consists of organized and detail-oriented individuals who excel in program management and communication. The manager will ensure successful product launches by meeting goals related to cost, quality, schedule, availability, and customer experience. The role requires leadership in a dynamic environment and the ability to facilitate actions and resolve conflicts effectively.

• 5+ years of industry experience in New Product Introduction, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Operations, Development or Operations Engineering, and Project Management.
• Bachelor's degree in a related Engineering field such as Mechanical, Materials, Industrial, Chemical, or similar.
• Ability to succeed in a matrixed environment.
• Excellent program management and communication skills.
• Exceptional ability to establish relationships and a data-driven approach.

• Plan and execute all development builds and rapid ramps of new products.
• Coordinate various Engineering, Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing Process & Quality engineering and CM's for NPI builds.
• Drive a systematic phase gate approach to NPI development and ramp readiness activities.
• Assess risk and prioritize program critical activities while simplifying complex data.
• Drive process and quality improvements to enhance yield and equipment performance.
• Travel to Asia as required, approximately 25% of the time.

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.