Who Is Sabih Khan? Apple’s New Chief Operating Officer

Sabih Khan, an Indian‑origin executive born in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh (1966), has been named Apple’s new COO, succeeding Jeff Williams later this month. . A 30‑year Apple veteran, Khan began as a procurement engineer in 1995 after roles at GE Plastics. . He holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Economics and Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University, and a master’s in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

As Senior VP of Operations since 2019, Khan led Apple’s global supply chain—handling planning, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and product delivery while also supervising supplier-responsibility and sustainability programs that helped cut Apple’s carbon footprint by over 60%. . Tim Cook praised him as “a brilliant strategist” and “one of the central architects of Apple’s supply chain”. Even Jeff Williams called him “the most talented operations executive on the planet”.

From Moradabad to Cupertino

Grew up in Moradabad, moved to Singapore during childhood, then to the US for higher education.
After joining Apple, he became a key figure in shaping its efficient, resilient supply chain.
Beyond logistics, he championed environmental initiatives and greener manufacturing partnerships.

What’s Next?

Khan steps into the COO role amid global challenges—slowing phone sales, geopolitical supply risks, and increasing regulation. His rise signals Apple’s emphasis on operational excellence, sustainability, and manufacturing diversification, especially in India and the US.

Key Takeaways:

Over 30 years at Apple (since 1995)
Education: Tufts (Econ + ME), RPI (ME)
Expertise: Supply chain, operations, sustainability
Recognized for strategic leadership and integrity