Shirley Shao
About Shirley Shao
Shirley Shao is a Customer Supply Chain Leader at Procter & Gamble and a GSM at Apple, with a background in Management Science and Engineering and Industrial Engineering from Xi'an Jiaotong University.
Current Role at Apple
Shirley Shao has been working at Apple as a Global Supply Manager (GSM) since 2021. Her responsibilities in this role involve managing the supply chain processes to ensure the seamless delivery of Apple products globally. Based in Jiangsu Province, China, she oversees various supply chain functions critical to Apple's operations.
Role at Procter & Gamble
Shirley Shao currently works as a Customer Supply Chain Leader at Procter & Gamble, a position she has held since 2011. Based in Shanghai, China, she is involved in overseeing the customer supply chain, ensuring efficient product delivery and supply chain management. Her role includes coordination with various departments to streamline processes and optimize supply chain performance.
Education and Expertise
Shirley Shao holds a Master’s degree in Management Science and Engineering from Xi'an Jiaotong University, completed between 2009 and 2011. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from the same institution, where she studied from 2005 to 2009. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her roles in supply chain and project management.
Significant Project Management Experience
Shirley Shao successfully managed a $15 million investment project that involved the complete installation of a production system, building expansion, and an increase in utility capacity. She led a multi-functional team to ensure that the project was completed on time, within budget, and adhered to safety and quality standards. Her role included overseeing construction management and controlling capital expenditures, demonstrating her capability in handling complex projects.