Vendor Program Manager, Data Operations jobs in United States
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Apple · 1 hour ago

Vendor Program Manager, Data Operations

positionCupertino, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$146K/yr - $291K/yr
date10+ years exp

Apple is a leading technology company that fosters innovation and creativity. The Senior Vendor Program Manager in Data Operations will ensure high-quality data for AI/ML models by managing vendor relationships and performance tracking. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to engage with stakeholders to optimize processes and drive strategic vendor decisions.

AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Ensure high-quality, efficiently sourced data for AIML models
Drive vendor engagements for cost-effective delivery of data services
Develop comprehensive vendor strategy and engagement
Manage corporate compliance, negotiations, and contract execution
Oversee financial management and performance tracking
Translate vendor and project performance data into actionable insights
Identify opportunities for process optimization and automation
Leverage Python and SQL for data extraction and analysis
Transform raw data into visualizations using Tableau

Qualification

Vendor managementData analysisFinancial managementPythonSQLTableauCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Data Science, or related quantitative field
10+ years experience in vendor management, finance, analytics or supply chain roles, ideally in the tech industry

Preferred

Demonstrated analytical and strategic problem-solving abilities, with a proven track record of driving data-informed decisions and process improvements
Proficiency in Python, SQL, and Tableau (or other BI tools)
Solid understanding of financial principles related to vendor contracts, billing, and cost management
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-pressure environment, managing multiple complex priorities simultaneously

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation

Company

Apple

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Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
dateFounded in 1976
location
Cupertino, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.apple.com

H1B Sponsorship

Apple has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (6998)
2024 (3766)
2023 (3939)
2022 (4822)
2021 (4060)
2020 (3656)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$5.67B
Key Investors
Berkshire HathawayMicrosoftSequoia Capital
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
2025-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $0.31M
2021-04-30Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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Tim Cook
CEO
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Craig Federighi
SVP, Software Engineering

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