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Get Access To All JobsAt Apple, operational excellence isn't a function - it's a philosophy embedded in everything we ship. This is a rare opportunity to lead the systems and strategy that power Apple's most critical business moments: from the launch of a new iPhone to the seamless execution of global peak events. If you see complexity as an invitation to build clarity - and believe that technology and people, working together, can achieve something remarkable - this role was built for you.
Description
The Manager of Business Operations Strategy & Support leads one of Apple's most mission-critical operational capabilities - ensuring the systems, processes, and people that underpin Apple's global operations are ready, resilient, and continuously improving.
This leader will own the end-to-end systems readiness strategy for New Product Introductions (NPIs) - among Apple's highest-stakes operational events - while stewarding the day-to-day health of enterprise business systems at global scale. You will sit at the intersection of strategy and execution, partnering with Engineering, Supply Chain, and IS&T leaders to build a Center of Excellence that raises the bar for how Apple approaches operational quality.
This is not a steady-state support management role. You will define strategy in a space Apple is actively investing in: applying AI/ML to operations resilience, scaling systems for next-generation product launches, and building the organizational model for how operational excellence is practiced globally.
NPI Systems Strategy & Launch Readiness:
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Define and deliver a multi-year NPI Systems Execution Strategy that enables Apple's operations systems to scale with evolving business needs, emerging technologies, and increasing launch complexity
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Drive peak event readiness through rigorous scale testing, systems Plan of Record (POR) governance, and cross-functional Change Control Board (CCB) processes
-
Partner with IS&T, supply chain, finance, and business teams to ensure zero-disruption systems execution at each launch event - every time, at global scale
-
Establish pre-launch and post-launch review frameworks that systematically convert NPI insights into lasting quality improvements
-
Serve as the Leadership voice on systems readiness, communicating clearly with senior execs and stakeholders when risk arises
Production Support & Systems Resilience:
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Lead a comprehensive production support model covering L1/L2 support for IS&T and non-IS&T platforms across Incident Management, Downtime Management, and Quarter-End Operations
-
Develop a prevention-first support philosophy - building proactive monitoring, escalation frameworks, and resilience playbooks that get ahead of disruption rather than react to it
-
Own the support model during Apple's highest-risk operational windows, including NPI launches and fiscal quarter close
-
Define and track leading and lagging KPIs that connect support health to business outcomes, presenting insights to senior leadership with clarity and confidence
Continuous Improvement & Innovation:
-
Champion a culture of learning across the team - converting post-ops insights from NPI events and support incidents into systemic process and quality improvements
-
Establish cross-functional review cadences (monthly and quarterly) to drive continuous improvement at both the application and process level
-
Leverage AI/ML to identify operational patterns, predict risk before it becomes incident, and build data-driven roadmaps that reduce toil and increase resilience
-
Incubate and scale new technologies, automation, and operational processes - piloting concepts with rapid feedback loops and scaling what works
-
Build and maintain a Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) practice that keeps Apple's operational capabilities ahead of business demand
People Leadership & Organizational Development:
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Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing team of full-time employees and contract resources spanning operations, program management, and systems expertise
-
Create personalized development plans aligned to both team strategy and individual growth aspirations - championing each person's long-term career
-
Build a team culture of psychological safety, curiosity, and accountability where every voice is heard and every contribution is valued
-
Manage professional services budget with fiscal discipline and strategic intentionality, aligning vendor resources to the highest-priority organizational needs
-
Actively recruit for diversity of experience, background, and perspective - building a team that reflects the global community Apple serves
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Executive presence and a track record of elevating cross-functional team performance through vision and trust
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Customer obsession - proven history of improving partner and end-user experience through operational decisions
-
Hands-on experience applying AI/ML or automation to operations, analytics, or predictive support models
-
Proficiency with SAP ECC, S/4HANA, or equivalent enterprise ERP platforms
-
Background in NPI or large-scale product launch readiness in a global company
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Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA a plus
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PMP, Six Sigma, or equivalent program / quality management certification
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain operations, enterprise systems, or business operations
5+ years in a people leadership role with demonstrated success managing global, cross-functional teams
Deep experience with enterprise application support environments and core operations business processes (Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, or equivalent)
Proven ability to build and execute multi-year operational strategy in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
Demonstrated success influencing without authority across technical and business organizations at the senior level
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data and operational signals into confident business decisions
Clear, compelling communicator - comfortable presenting complex topics to executive audiences
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 $188,000 and $282,800, 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
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
At Apple, operational excellence isn't a function - it's a philosophy embedded in everything we ship. This is a rare opportunity to lead the systems and strategy that power Apple's most critical business moments: from the launch of a new iPhone to the seamless execution of global peak events. If you see complexity as an invitation to build clarity - and believe that technology and people, working together, can achieve something remarkable - this role was built for you.
Description
The Manager of Business Operations Strategy & Support leads one of Apple's most mission-critical operational capabilities - ensuring the systems, processes, and people that underpin Apple's global operations are ready, resilient, and continuously improving.
This leader will own the end-to-end systems readiness strategy for New Product Introductions (NPIs) - among Apple's highest-stakes operational events - while stewarding the day-to-day health of enterprise business systems at global scale. You will sit at the intersection of strategy and execution, partnering with Engineering, Supply Chain, and IS&T leaders to build a Center of Excellence that raises the bar for how Apple approaches operational quality.
This is not a steady-state support management role. You will define strategy in a space Apple is actively investing in: applying AI/ML to operations resilience, scaling systems for next-generation product launches, and building the organizational model for how operational excellence is practiced globally.
NPI Systems Strategy & Launch Readiness:
-
Define and deliver a multi-year NPI Systems Execution Strategy that enables Apple's operations systems to scale with evolving business needs, emerging technologies, and increasing launch complexity
-
Drive peak event readiness through rigorous scale testing, systems Plan of Record (POR) governance, and cross-functional Change Control Board (CCB) processes
-
Partner with IS&T, supply chain, finance, and business teams to ensure zero-disruption systems execution at each launch event - every time, at global scale
-
Establish pre-launch and post-launch review frameworks that systematically convert NPI insights into lasting quality improvements
-
Serve as the Leadership voice on systems readiness, communicating clearly with senior execs and stakeholders when risk arises
Production Support & Systems Resilience:
-
Lead a comprehensive production support model covering L1/L2 support for IS&T and non-IS&T platforms across Incident Management, Downtime Management, and Quarter-End Operations
-
Develop a prevention-first support philosophy - building proactive monitoring, escalation frameworks, and resilience playbooks that get ahead of disruption rather than react to it
-
Own the support model during Apple's highest-risk operational windows, including NPI launches and fiscal quarter close
-
Define and track leading and lagging KPIs that connect support health to business outcomes, presenting insights to senior leadership with clarity and confidence
Continuous Improvement & Innovation:
-
Champion a culture of learning across the team - converting post-ops insights from NPI events and support incidents into systemic process and quality improvements
-
Establish cross-functional review cadences (monthly and quarterly) to drive continuous improvement at both the application and process level
-
Leverage AI/ML to identify operational patterns, predict risk before it becomes incident, and build data-driven roadmaps that reduce toil and increase resilience
-
Incubate and scale new technologies, automation, and operational processes - piloting concepts with rapid feedback loops and scaling what works
-
Build and maintain a Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) practice that keeps Apple's operational capabilities ahead of business demand
People Leadership & Organizational Development:
-
Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing team of full-time employees and contract resources spanning operations, program management, and systems expertise
-
Create personalized development plans aligned to both team strategy and individual growth aspirations - championing each person's long-term career
-
Build a team culture of psychological safety, curiosity, and accountability where every voice is heard and every contribution is valued
-
Manage professional services budget with fiscal discipline and strategic intentionality, aligning vendor resources to the highest-priority organizational needs
-
Actively recruit for diversity of experience, background, and perspective - building a team that reflects the global community Apple serves
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
-
Executive presence and a track record of elevating cross-functional team performance through vision and trust
-
Customer obsession - proven history of improving partner and end-user experience through operational decisions
-
Hands-on experience applying AI/ML or automation to operations, analytics, or predictive support models
-
Proficiency with SAP ECC, S/4HANA, or equivalent enterprise ERP platforms
-
Background in NPI or large-scale product launch readiness in a global company
-
Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA a plus
-
PMP, Six Sigma, or equivalent program / quality management certification
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain operations, enterprise systems, or business operations
5+ years in a people leadership role with demonstrated success managing global, cross-functional teams
Deep experience with enterprise application support environments and core operations business processes (Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, or equivalent)
Proven ability to build and execute multi-year operational strategy in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
Demonstrated success influencing without authority across technical and business organizations at the senior level
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data and operational signals into confident business decisions
Clear, compelling communicator - comfortable presenting complex topics to executive audiences
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 $188,000 and $282,800, 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
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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Verify your role qualifies as specialty occupation
Strategy Operations Manager roles must require a bachelor's degree in a specific field to meet H-1B1 visa specialty occupation standards. Cross-check your job description against the O*NET profile for operations management to confirm degree requirements are explicit, not preferred.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Strategy Operations Manager roles by employers who have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for H-1B1 visa or H-1B visa workers. Prior LCA activity signals the employer already understands the sponsorship process and has legal infrastructure in place.
Request the LCA before accepting any offer
Your employer must file and receive a certified LCA from DOL before your consulate appointment can proceed. Ask hiring managers during the offer stage who handles their immigration filings and whether they've run LCAs for operations roles before.
Benchmark your offered salary against OFLC wage levels
DOL requires H-1B1 visa employers to pay at least the prevailing wage for your role and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the SOC code for operations managers before negotiating your offer so you know the minimum the employer is legally required to meet.
Prepare a degree equivalency letter if your credential is from Singapore
Consular officers verify that your degree directly relates to the Strategy Operations Manager role. If your NUS or NTU transcript uses module titles unfamiliar to U.S. adjudicators, get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator before your interview.
Understand the H-1B1 grace period before switching employers
H-1B1 visa status doesn't carry the same 60-day grace period protections that H-1B holders have under AC21 portability. If your role ends, your legal status exposure is immediate, so time any employer transitions to overlap with a new certified LCA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Strategy Operations Manager role qualify for the H-1B1 Singapore visa?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business administration, industrial engineering, or management science. Roles where any degree field is acceptable regardless of subject matter generally don't qualify. The job description must establish a direct relationship between the degree and the duties performed as a Strategy Operations Manager.
How does the H-1B1 Singapore visa compare to H-1B for this role?
The H-1B1 Singapore visa skips the lottery entirely and is processed at the U.S. consulate in Singapore rather than through USCIS, so your employer doesn't file a petition. This means faster timelines and lower employer costs for Strategy Operations Manager roles. The trade-off is that H-1B1 doesn't allow dual intent, so it's structured as a temporary nonimmigrant status without a built-in green card pathway.
How do I find employers who will sponsor H-1B1 Singapore visas for operations roles?
Migrate Mate filters Strategy Operations Manager jobs by employers with verified H-1B1 visa and H-1B Labor Condition Application history, so you can focus on companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process. Many employers are open to H-1B1 sponsorship for operations roles but don't advertise it explicitly in job postings, which makes LCA filing history a more reliable signal than job description language.
What happens to my H-1B1 status if my Strategy Operations Manager role ends?
H-1B1 visa status is tied directly to your employer and the specific role covered by the certified LCA. Unlike H-1B, there's no statutory grace period codified under AC21 portability provisions for H-1B1 holders, so your authorized status becomes precarious immediately upon termination. Coordinating a new certified LCA with any employer transition is essential to avoid a gap in lawful status.
Can my employer convert my H-1B1 to H-1B later if I want to pursue a green card?
Yes. If your employer wants to retain you long-term and pursue permanent residence, they can file an H-1B petition on your behalf during an open registration period. H-1B1 visa time spent in the U.S. doesn't count against your H-1B six-year maximum, and switching to H-1B opens up PERM labor certification and employment-based immigrant visa pathways that H-1B1 doesn't support directly.