Logistics Program Manager

Summary: Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, we believe new insights have a way of becoming excellent products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish.We are looking for a Logistics Program Manager to be a part of our Operations team in Bangalore. This position requires extraordinary flexibility and resourcefulness in looking after internal & external customers and the ability to provide strategic responses and effective solutions to external influences including Vietnam, Malaysia , Thailand Customs, Governmental & Operational statutory requirements (Examples: CIQ, CCC, CSTCG, MSDS, DG etc.), FG outbound and Material inbound management in support of OEM production, Holiday work schedule, Supplier’s management, Quarter end and Spring-back support etc. These are just a few of the key attributes needed for success in this multifaceted and exciting logistics environment. We seek a self-starter with the ability to work independently and balance multiple projects as needed. We are looking for good analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to communicate clearly.Key Qualifications: 8+ years of logistics experience and with sound knowledge of customs regulations, international air, ocean and road inbound and outbound freight. Preference would include a wider knowledge on the different types of freight management i.e. bulk, parcel, rail, ocean, domestic & cross-border transportation and DC/Hub operation would be an added advantage.Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate well with the team.Ability to generate creative ideas and excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.Well versed with supply-chain and good logistics networking, relationship with key and reputable contributors in the freight industry.High-energy, positive demeanor and ability to handle change in a fast-paced logistics environmentTeam player with a keen-to-learn attitudeCapable of working individually or as part of a multi-task functional team; to cut through ambiguity; to decide and act without having the total picture and comfortably handling risk and uncertainty.Description: We are looking for someone who can develop or execute project plan to support volume surge and NPI launches and ensuring suppliers compliance to Apple HSR/FSR - Maintain metrics and analyze data to assess supplier’s key performance indices and implement operational improvements. - Work towards operational quality across the supply-chain in achieving timely shipment execution at origin and maintaining product confidentiality, (zero loss, zero disclosure) for all NPI shipments. - Engage and provide sound mentorship and support on new suppliers on-boarding (OEMs & freight forwarders) - Work with freight forwarders on cost savings and carbon footprint reduction initiatives through process and packaging improvements. - Periodically conduct impromptu freight forwarder’s warehouse security audits in the aim to ensure compliance to Apple’s HSR & FSR requirements. - Work closely with all Suppliers to ensure Apple’s TDM & specific Standard Operation Procedure (SOP) are met. - Conduct monthly meetings with OEMs and freight forwarders in working towards continuous operational and process improvements. - Develop and optimize logistics networking in achieving the shortest delivery cycle-time time for inbound material movements. - Interface closely with the Worldwide / Regional Logistics team on daily operations and update them on any logistics risk, challenges & developments within China. - Able to travel as the need arises on short notices to international or domestic cities to support Logistics overall requirements.Additional Requirements: