WW Strategy & Operations Lead

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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.

In this highly visible individual contributor role, you will serve as a key partner to the WW Business Industries & Partnerships Director, an organization tasked with seeing around corners to identify what comes next for Apple in commercial markets. Your work is critical to ensuring the team continues to operate and deliver on all fronts, allowing the Director to scale and focus on what matters most. You will shape global strategy, influence product and initiative investments, and ensure the team has the tools and resources needed to stay ahead.

Description

In this role, you will act as a strategic and operational partner to the Director, helping drive execution across high-visibility initiatives, cross-functional programs, and leadership communications. You'll work closely with Account Executives, Sales Finance, and the WW Strategic Initiatives Leader to ensure the team's priorities are well-supported, clearly communicated, and effectively executed.","responsibilities":"Manage and oversee strategic initiatives, ensuring timely and high-quality execution

Craft and deliver presentations for leadership, EBCs, and key initiative stakeholders in close collaboration with the Director

Drive the international rollout of new innovative programs, working cross-functionally to build sponsorship, alignment, and scalable processes

Serve as a key liaison to Account Executives, representing their needs and identifying opportunities to add value to their day-to-day effectiveness in the field

Structure the narrative of senior leadership updates and presentations, shaping how the team's work and strategy are communicated to executive audiences

Coach and partner with team members to craft compelling, data-driven business updates

Provide coaching and guidance to team members, supporting their development and success

Lead and contribute to cross-functional efforts to identify new business opportunities for Apple platforms in commercial markets

Optimize team processes and workflows, collaborating with IT and process improvement teams

Collaborate with Sales Finance on team budget and expenses

Partner with the WW Strategic Initiatives Leader on data insights and analyses in support of key initiatives and business updates

Preferred Qualifications

Proven experience navigating complex organizational structures and influencing senior leadership; demonstrates the ability to effectively navigate matrixed environments and build strong relationships with executives to drive strategic initiatives

Deep understanding of the Apple ecosystem, including comprehensive knowledge of Apple's products, services, and go-to-market strategies

Experience with process optimization methodologies and tools, as well as implementation tools to enhance operational efficiency

Minimum Qualifications

Approximately 10+ years of proven experience leading highly visible, complex, and cross-functional programs within matrixed organizations, demonstrating a track record of successful execution and impactful results

Strong consultative skills, including demonstrated success in facilitating strategic discussion sessions with senior executives and their subject matter experts to drive alignment and achieve desired outcomes

Solid understanding of Enterprise Sales best practices and a proven ability to leverage programs as strategic levers to influence sales outcomes and accelerate revenue growth

Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information, build consensus across all organizational levels, and deliver high-impact presentations to leadership

Demonstrated ability to define clear success metrics, analyze data rigorously, and communicate program ROI effectively through data-driven insights and compelling narratives

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Pay & Benefits

At 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 $178,800 and $268,400, 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 discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

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