Apple
Manager, WW Visual Merchandising - Hero Products
Apple, Cupertino, California, United States, 95014
Summary
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Posted: Sep 5, 2024
Role Number: 200565854
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. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it! Apple's Real Estate, Design & Merchandising (RDM) teams create and care for Apple Stores that look, feel, and function as beautifully as our products. We do this by obsessing over the employee and customer experience, and driving a strategy that sets the bar. The Merchandising team at Apple inspires our customers to discover, learn about, and buy Apple products, services, and accessories through merchandising that delivers a personalized experience like no other. Lead a passionate and focused team of visual merchants in the creation of the global merchandising strategy for our hero products across our Retail stores worldwide. This role partners closely with teams across Apple and within the merchandising organization to align and evolve our global strategies to deliver outstanding customer experiences that amplify our strategic brand and product focuses. Imagine what you could do here!
Description
In this position you will:Lead and develop a team to drive results, innovation and teamwork through communicating vision and purpose, refining workflow processes, and modeling cross functional collaboration.Create and drive the global WW Visual Merchandising strategy for all Hero products to highlight brand storytelling, build customer engagement, and create owners.Inspire the team to produce new and creative initiatives, evolve visual layouts and build immersive customer experiences utilizing planograms, demo experiences, and customer journey as tools.Drive awareness of Merchandising strategies through engagement and partnerships, highlighting the important role Merchandising plays in bringing products and experiences to life in our Retail stores.Foster collaboration with key Apple partners across Retail, Product Marketing, ID and Marcom to deliver product presentation strategies that optimize and deliver on our brand priorities.Create a global, cohesive merchandising strategy, leveraging close partnerships with GEO partners to ensure scalability while empowering teams to optimize and localize.Role model inclusive leadership behaviors and build, develop and retain diverse teams.
Minimum Qualifications
8+ years of demonstrated ability with 1-3 years of leadership experience.Experience managing high performing teams in a dynamic environment.Ability to travel domestically and internationally required.MBA and Bachelor's degree (Business, Marketing, or related degree preferred) or industry equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Proven track record of identifying talent and building effective teams with a focus on people development.Foster teamwork and collaboration, with a focus on aligning objectives across diverse groups.Proven background in putting the customer first and crafting unique Customer Experiences in a retail environment.Outstanding decision making skills, with an ability to make informed decisions in highly ambiguous environments.Strong aesthetic, visual design, and presentation skills.Cross-functional agility, and ability to independently lead and achieve objectives in a fast paced, constantly evolving environment.Process-oriented, with ability to flex from high-level strategy to fine attention to detail.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
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 $185,800 and $279,600, 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.
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Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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.
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Scroll down the page to see all associated job requirements, and any responsibilities successful candidates can expect.
Posted: Sep 5, 2024
Role Number: 200565854
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. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it! Apple's Real Estate, Design & Merchandising (RDM) teams create and care for Apple Stores that look, feel, and function as beautifully as our products. We do this by obsessing over the employee and customer experience, and driving a strategy that sets the bar. The Merchandising team at Apple inspires our customers to discover, learn about, and buy Apple products, services, and accessories through merchandising that delivers a personalized experience like no other. Lead a passionate and focused team of visual merchants in the creation of the global merchandising strategy for our hero products across our Retail stores worldwide. This role partners closely with teams across Apple and within the merchandising organization to align and evolve our global strategies to deliver outstanding customer experiences that amplify our strategic brand and product focuses. Imagine what you could do here!
Description
In this position you will:Lead and develop a team to drive results, innovation and teamwork through communicating vision and purpose, refining workflow processes, and modeling cross functional collaboration.Create and drive the global WW Visual Merchandising strategy for all Hero products to highlight brand storytelling, build customer engagement, and create owners.Inspire the team to produce new and creative initiatives, evolve visual layouts and build immersive customer experiences utilizing planograms, demo experiences, and customer journey as tools.Drive awareness of Merchandising strategies through engagement and partnerships, highlighting the important role Merchandising plays in bringing products and experiences to life in our Retail stores.Foster collaboration with key Apple partners across Retail, Product Marketing, ID and Marcom to deliver product presentation strategies that optimize and deliver on our brand priorities.Create a global, cohesive merchandising strategy, leveraging close partnerships with GEO partners to ensure scalability while empowering teams to optimize and localize.Role model inclusive leadership behaviors and build, develop and retain diverse teams.
Minimum Qualifications
8+ years of demonstrated ability with 1-3 years of leadership experience.Experience managing high performing teams in a dynamic environment.Ability to travel domestically and internationally required.MBA and Bachelor's degree (Business, Marketing, or related degree preferred) or industry equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Proven track record of identifying talent and building effective teams with a focus on people development.Foster teamwork and collaboration, with a focus on aligning objectives across diverse groups.Proven background in putting the customer first and crafting unique Customer Experiences in a retail environment.Outstanding decision making skills, with an ability to make informed decisions in highly ambiguous environments.Strong aesthetic, visual design, and presentation skills.Cross-functional agility, and ability to independently lead and achieve objectives in a fast paced, constantly evolving environment.Process-oriented, with ability to flex from high-level strategy to fine attention to detail.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
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 $185,800 and $279,600, 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.
More
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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.
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