By Rajni Pandey | July 23, 2025
Sabih Khan’s journey from a small Indian town to Apple’s leadership is a powerful story of vision, perseverance, and global impact.
Born in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, Khan’s modest upbringing instilled in him a grounded mindset and a strong sense of purpose.
With a passion for engineering, Khan pursued higher studies at Tufts University and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in the U.S., laying the foundation for a global career.
Khan began his Apple journey in 1995, starting in operations—a division where he would eventually become a transformative force.
Over nearly three decades, Khan played a key role in building Apple’s supply chain into one of the most efficient and resilient in the tech industry.
Sabih Khan led major initiatives in responsible sourcing and sustainable manufacturing, reinforcing Apple’s global environmental commitments.
Appointed Senior Vice President of Operations in 2019, Khan was named Chief Operating Officer in 2025—one of the highest roles at Apple.
As COO, Khan now manages Apple’s end-to-end supply chain, manufacturing, and logistics across multiple continents—including operations in India.
Sabih Khan’s story is a testament to how determination, integrity, and education can propel someone from small-town India to global leadership.