Worldwide Business Planning Program Leader

Apple•Cupertino, CA

About The Position

Imagine what you could do here. The people here at Apple don't just create products - they create the kind of wonder that's revolutionized entire industries. It's the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. The Sales organization generates the revenue needed to fuel our ongoing development of products and services. This in turn, enriches the lives of hundreds of millions of people around the world. Our sales team, is in many ways, the face of Apple to our largest customers. Our Worldwide Sales Business Planning team is dedicated to developing strategies, programs, tools, and processes that empower the business to drive sales, enhance the customer experience, and innovate our leadership and support approach for thousands of employees globally. The Program Leader will lead a team of program managers to optimize operational efficiencies while ensuring consistency across our global sales programs. This individual will be responsible for overseeing and developing the team that implements programs at scale, providing data-driven insights, and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve key business objectives. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated and results-oriented individual with a proven track record of success in building effective teams, pitching to senior leaders, program management, sales operations, and data analysis. DESCRIPTION In this role, you are responsible for leading operational programs that support WW Sales, including; the development of the Events strategy and implementation of approved events, managing the semiannual Facilities in-office seat forecast and annual Capex forecast and project completion, driving the adherence and scale of the DART program and overall device management for Sales, be a sounding board for Development programs and identifying processes to optimize across Sales.

Requirements

10+ years in business operations, strategic planning, or program management
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Background in program and project management, with a strong track record of leading complex, cross-functional projects
Proven track record managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives
Executive presence with ability to influence senior leadership
Ability to synthesize large amounts of information into compelling key insights
Proficient in driving action through collaboration and proactivity, cultivating strong relationships, and influencing stakeholders for optimal outcomes
Strong financial acumen with experience in budget planning and manageme
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly, and solve problems creatively

Nice To Haves

Experience in sales operations or sales enablement organizations
Proven ability to balance multiple high-stakes projects simultaneously and prioritize when stakeholders have conflicting needs
Strong networking skills and proven track record of building relationships in complex organizationa structures
Background in change management and process improvement
Familiarity with contract management and vendor negotiations
Experience with global/regional planning cycles

Responsibilities

Leading operational programs that support WW Sales
Development of the Events strategy and implementation of approved events
Managing the semiannual Facilities in-office seat forecast and annual Capex forecast and project completion
Driving the adherence and scale of the DART program and overall device management for Sales
Be a sounding board for Development programs and identifying processes to optimize across Sales

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