Supply Demand Management (CIT)
Shanghai, Shanghai, China
Operations and Supply Chain
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
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POSITION OVERVIEW:
Apple is looking for a dynamic, highly motivated Asia Operations Supply Demand Planning Analyst.
The China Supply Demand Planning Analyst will be the liaison between Apple’s vast data points and the key decisions that drive end-to-end product demand and supply plans across all distribution channels in over 80 countries. You will work with a globally dispersed multi-functional team to conduct business analysis to implement new supply chain capability, drive process optimization, increased scale & efficiency, and minimize cost. You will handle all aspects of multi-functional programs and projects including timelines, resource allocation, scope definition, and implementation.
Key Qualifications
- - Proven records of delivering diverse and complex process re-engineering projects from conception through implementation, with deep understanding in system implementation and development life cycles.
- - Proficient in R/Python, VBA and SQL development. Capable to combine supply chain practices, problem solving thought process, and data analytics to show insights.
- - Good communication and interpersonal skill, flexible and open to different ideas, able to establish trust and reach alignment quickly.
- - Self-motivated individual who thrives working in a global, matrix, fast-paced environment, good at negotiation and drive clarify through ambiguity.
- - Forward thinking; able to see beyond the corner to identify risks / opportunities and drive project teams toward the desired objective.
- - System implementation experience in sales & operations / demand planning for manufacturing or high-tech industry is preferred.
- - Knowledge of Apple Script, web framework (e.g. Django, Flask), front-end technologies (e.g. Vue) and machine learning is a plus.
Description
- Together, you’ll collaborate with peers and multi-functional teams to understand and analyze business problems at the root and not just the symptoms, with solution recommendations and implementation plans. Provide suggestions on process improvement / change management.
- Lead through the full project life cycle - from kickoff, problem definition, requirements, scope, design, testing, rollout and user-onboarding. Drive communications across project team, collaborator and leadership teams.
- You will be directly responsible for developing algorithms, build data models and design visualizations using advanced data analytics and machine learning techniques to facilitate data-driven decisions.
- Ensure project objectives are met such as customer satisfaction, user acceptance, business impact. Apply analytical skills to help rationalize and inspire change.
- Provide consultancy on data techniques and conduct knowledge sharing sessions.
Education & Experience
- Bachelors or Masters required, with minimum 3 years relevant professional experience in E2E project implementation.
Additional Requirements
- Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.