The New Product Introduction Operations Program Manager (NPI OPM) at Apple is responsible for launching products on time with high quality and maximum customer availability. This role requires strong leadership and project management skills to facilitate the development and ramp of new products. The NPI OPM collaborates with various teams, including engineering and operations, to ensure product manufacturability and supply chain responsiveness. The position also involves significant communication across the organization and may require international travel.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or an allied field
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or product development
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to present to management
• Technical expertise and prior OEM management experience
• Masters or MBA are considered a plus

• Lead the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) operations team in planning and executing development builds and new product ramps.
• Drive ramp readiness with engineering, operations, and OEM teams.
• Plan capacity and lead factory equipment budget.
• Handle component readiness to ensure part availability, quality, and cost.
• Communicate requirements and schedules to facilitate technical readiness with supply chain teams.
• Influence product manufacturability, testability, and supply chain responsiveness in pursuit of low cost and flexibility while stewarding quality.
• Lead all communications, upward and downward through the organization, raising key issues and options for resolution with executive teams.
• Travel internationally up to 20-25%.

• 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.