French Supply Chain Account Manager - Reseller Operations

About the Role

Join Apple's team focused on managing operational partnerships with Reseller Channels across the EMEIA region. As a Reseller Operations Supply Chain Account Manager, you will play a pivotal role in fostering robust external and internal collaborations to improve product availability and stimulate sales growth. Your analytical expertise and ability to influence stakeholders will help ensure products reach the right market locations efficiently. This position offers a chance to impact complex business dynamics within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with key reseller collaborators to guide their product selection, digital promotion, and range strategies to align with Apple's business goals.
• Establish and nurture strong working relationships with key reseller contacts, serving as a trusted advisor and problem solver.
• Analyze detailed partner demand data to discern trends, enhance forecast accuracy, and reduce inventory expenses.
• Lead routine forecast evaluation meetings with reseller partners to discuss assumptions, risks, and potential opportunities.
• Deliver executive-level presentations detailing forecast outcomes, influential factors, and strategic recommendations.
• Oversee the timely and efficient launch of new products within the reseller network.
• Develop and deploy seasonal tactics to optimize inventory and maximize sales during peak seasons.
• Proactively identify supply chain risks and collaborate with internal teams to implement mitigation strategies.
• Monitor reseller adherence to contractual terms and ensure compliance.
• Gain an in-depth understanding of each reseller’s supply chain model, distribution structure, inventory management, and market factors.
• Champion continuous process improvements to boost supply chain effectiveness and product flow to resellers.

Candidate Requirements

• Fluency in both written and spoken English and French is essential.
• Demonstrated experience in roles such as Account Executive, Supply Chain Analyst, or Demand Planner.
• Strong analytical skills with the capacity to assess, interpret, and present complex data clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to identify and resolve supply chain challenges through solution-focused planning.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills enabling influence across all organizational levels.
• High attention to detail coupled with commitment to precise execution.
• Practical problem-solving mindset oriented towards process enhancements.
• Ability to influence and gain acceptance in sensitive discussions.
• Competent in building influential relationships across cross-functional teams.
• Solid grasp of demand planning fundamentals and forecasting methodologies.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects and delivering results.
• Advanced numerical proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant degree in fields such as Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, or Supply Chain Management.
• Postgraduate qualifications viewed favorably.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel.

Additional Information

Apple places great importance on accessibility as a core value, reflected in its corporate culture, benefits, and digital tools. The company fosters an inclusive environment welcoming diverse perspectives, enabling employees to build meaningful careers.