Watch System Engineering Program Team, Apple Watch, System PM

Summary

Posted: Oct 24, 2024

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:200575644

The Watch Division System EPT drives and owns our complex prototype Build Matrix - the recipe card for the combination of parts and designs we will build configuration by configuration throughout these major build events. These massive matrices (200+ configurations and 1500+ component options) are complied by gathering information and dependencies from Technical resources/Engineers, Module owners, EPMs, EPSs, and GSMs across the entire Watch cross functional community. The System EPT then integrates these plans into an easy to follow set of instructions (Build Matrix) for our lower level suppliers and system level CM partners to execute. Further the System EPT acts as the leader among the procurement, EPS, and GSM communities in supporting all material, logistic, and financial aspects of our Watch System prototype builds.

Description

- Drive cross-functional teams towards consensus of requirements and interdependencies between different parts and design options. Encode those dependencies into the Build Matrix where possible, track manually where not.- Lead complex material availability discussions (Clear to Build meetings) with EPS and CM teams to review status of execution plans. Negotiate CTB related changes with technical EPMs and engineering teams as needed to ensure build input can continue with no downtime.- Manage CM EPS and business teams and resources to support ever changing build priorities and requirements.- Succinctly communicate overall CTB (clear to build) status to System EPM and management teams on regular basis (daily during build events).- Present overall build CTB projections and risks to executive management during BRRs (Build Readiness reviews).- Own budget for the system level prototype builds. Work with CM on quotes/invoices and approvals from Apple teams and drive PR/PO process.- Respond quickly to changes to the overall goals, schedule, and/or architecture

Minimum Qualifications

• BS/BA degree
• 1-4+ years of project management experience

Key Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or Engineering degree/experience preferred
• Impeccable organizational, multi-tasking, and management skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written
• Track record of showing leadership and driving for results and consensus among peers
• Experience managing, organizing and maintaining large quantities of data
• Ability to react to re-sets and changes in a time sensitive environment
• Real world experience in working with overseas suppliers
• Experience in manufacturing or material planning
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally to support prototype builds and execution (25%)

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 $136,300 and $205,500, 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. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
  
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