Worldwide Business Planning Program Manager – Apple
Job Description
In this role, you will:- Understand the organization’s objectives and manage a substantial portion of its current work portfolio. – 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.- 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 to achieve goals, including strong program and project management of complex issues.- Manage and communicate progress toward deliverables as needed to ensure successful, timely program completion.- Document program strategy and objectives.- Develop and maintain a detailed plan to monitor and track all program elements.- 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.
- 7+ years leading programs in highly matrixed environments
- Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Background in program and project management, with a strong track record of leading complex, cross-functional projects
- 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
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly, and solve problems creatively
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Experience working in a corporate environment and partnering with senior leaders
- 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 organizational structures