ASO Readiness Program Manager

Aso Readiness Program Manager

Imagine what you could do here! The people here at Apple don't just create products — they build 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. At Apple, inclusion is a shared responsibility, and we work together to foster a culture where everyone belongs and is inspired to do their best work. Here on the Apple Store Online team, we are responsible for Apple's largest store. Our main goal is to deliver a magical, personal digital experience where customers can shop, buy and learn everything Apple, wherever they are. Each customer should feel like they are our only customer and our job is to set the bar for the experience they receive. To run such an extraordinary store, it takes extraordinary people, and we are looking for someone to help us do extraordinary things. The Apple Store Online Readiness Program Manager is responsible for strategizing, planning and successfully managing the launch of Apple products and programs worldwide. Aligning people, process and technologies, the Program Manager will ensure the integrity of the launch moment is enhanced by delivering an exceptional customer experience. The Apple Store Online Readiness Program Manager is the advocate for the customer and represents the voice of Apple Store Online with partner teams, across Marketing, Commercial, Finance, Content & Online Buy Flow, Supply Chain Operations, Engineering, Legal and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Center point for ASO, connecting all teams and workstreams, ensuring the best customer experience at launch and maintaining the integrity of customer orders
• Collaborate on and influence Online strategy at launch. Own and deliver content + features plan with clear deliverables & timelines. Track and manage evolving priorities with appropriate trade-offs (with Product Marketing, Marcom, Digital Merchandising, Finance and Retail Commercial teams)
• Drive detailed operational systems plan of record and implementation, and manage readiness across internal and external systems (Operations, Customer Support and Engineering)
• Drive effective change management with the new and changing Apple and Retail programs (with Product Management and Engineering)

Minimum Qualifications

• 4+ years program management experience, managing and delivering strategic initiatives, showcasing ability to connect workstreams to business priorities
• Strong influencing skills, coordinating members from a broad cross-functional team to work towards one goal/outcome
• Experience working cross-functionally across multiple levels of a highly matrixed organization
• English business proficiency
• BS/BA degree or equivalent work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree is a plus
• Experience in eCommerce, Internet, or multi-channel environment with relevant technical and business acumen
• Demonstrated success in influencing strategy and direction through data driven insights.
• Exceptional communication, storytelling, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrates Apple's values of inclusion and diversity.

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 $117,400 and $221,200, 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 Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You'll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. Learn about accessibility in Apple's workplace Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.