Worldwide Business Planning Program Leader

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.DescriptionIn 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.","responsibilities":"In this role, you will; Lead a team of program managers overseeing a strategic program portfolio for WW Sales.Be proactive and bring new perspectives to our focus areas to effectively scale and optimize programs globally.Ability to work independently while maintaining strong communication with stakeholders and leadership.Thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectations environment, with a flexible and adaptable attitude.Execute programs at scale by standardizing programmatic elements and identifying operational efficiencies.Collaborate with internal and external partners and leadership to achieve goals, including strong program and project management of complex issuesManage and communicate progress toward deliverables as needed to ensure successful, timely program completion.Document program strategy and objectives in a consistent manner.Develop and maintain a detailed plan to monitor and track all program elements across the team.Bring 'outside the box' thinking to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.Provide top-level, actionable insights into the performance of various Business Planning programs throughout their lifecycle.Preferred QualificationsExperience in sales operations or sales enablement organizationsProven ability to balance multiple high-stakes projects simultaneously and prioritize when stakeholders have conflicting needsStrong networking skills and proven track record of building relationships in complex organizationa structuresBackground in change management and process improvementFamiliarity with contract management and vendor negotiationsExperience with global/regional planning cyclesMinimum Qualifications10+ years in business operations, strategic planning, or program managementExceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsBackground in program and project management, with a strong track record of leading complex, cross-functional projectsProven track record managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiativesExecutive presence with ability to influence senior leadershipAbility to synthesize large amounts of information into compelling key insightsProficient in driving action through collaboration and proactivity, cultivating strong relationships, and influencing stakeholders for optimal outcomesStrong financial acumen with experience in budget planning and managemeAbility to thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly, and solve problems creatively","internalDetails":nullPay & BenefitsAt Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $216,000 and $324,000, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discr