Manufacturing Design Program Manager (MDPM)
Description For Manufacturing Design Program Manager (MDPM)
At Apple, innovation is at the core of everything we do. The Manufacturing Design Program Manager (MDPM) role is a crucial position within our Manufacturing Design group, where you'll lead highly skilled teams in developing processes for creating extraordinary products. This role combines strategic vision with hands-on technical expertise, requiring someone who can navigate complex challenges while maintaining focus on mass production readiness.
As an MDPM, you'll be responsible for managing innovation and challenging technical teams to implement new processes. The role demands strong relationship management skills, as you'll work closely with engineering teams, executive leadership, and international supply chain partners. You'll create and manage development schedules, facilitate cross-functional communication, and drive supplier integration.
The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of professional experience and 2+ years of program management expertise in product development. You should be comfortable with international travel (25%+) and possess exceptional leadership and communication abilities. Your understanding of high-volume manufacturing processes and operations management will be crucial for success.
The position offers a competitive base salary range of $195,500 to $293,800, plus comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, retirement plans, and stock programs. You'll have opportunities for professional growth, education reimbursement, and the chance to work on products that revolutionize industries.
Join Apple's Manufacturing Design team to be part of a company that not only creates amazing technology but also strives to leave the world better than we found it. Your work will directly impact the development of innovative products that millions of people use daily.
Responsibilities For Manufacturing Design Program Manager (MDPM)
- Create process development schedules indicating critical path and key decision milestones
- Facilitate communication and cross functional alignment within Manufacturing Design organization
- Drive suppliers, integrate their deliverables and schedules into the overall project
- Lead meetings and document action items and progress
- Hold team members accountable for meeting schedule commitments
- Drive issue resolution and risk management
- Coordinate weekly exec level presentations
- Manage innovation within the manufacturing design team
Requirements For Manufacturing Design Program Manager (MDPM)
- 7+ years of professional experience
- 2+ years of program management experience in concept to market product development
- Ability to travel internationally 25%+
- Extraordinary leadership abilities
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Experience with consumer electronics devices
- Understanding of high-volume manufacturing processes
- Self-motivated with demonstrated critical thinking capabilities
- Experience presenting to executive level management
Benefits For Manufacturing Design Program Manager (MDPM)
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
- Retirement benefits
- Employee stock programs
- Education reimbursement
- Discretionary bonuses
- Relocation benefits
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Discounted products and free services
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