Manager, WW Visual Merchandising - Special Projects Job at Apple in Cupertino

Summary Posted: Sep 5, 2024 Role Number: 200566232 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. We are looking for an experienced manager to lead a passionate team of experiential merchandising experts. The Special Projects team is focused on bringing innovation and evolving the customer and product experiences in-store, developing strategies that meet the fast-paced retail environment at scale. This leader will work as the design conduit across orgs with multi-disciplinary designers and partners developing inspiring physical experiences based around Apple’s products, services, and spaces. Imagine what you could do here! Description The successful candidate will find opportunities to drive innovation, set clear objectives for their team, and build effective relationships across Apple. In this position you will: Role model inclusive leadership behaviors and build, develop and retain diverse teams across direct team, Merchandising org, and across Apple. Lead and develop a team to drive innovation, teamwork, and results through communicating vision and purpose, refining workflow processes, and modeling cross-functional collaboration. Anchoring in the forward-looking roadmap, define and innovate merchandising strategies to highlight brand storytelling, build customer engagement, and create owners. Inspire and drive the team to develop new and creative ways to maximize retail spaces and environment that balances brand experiences and space productivity. Foster collaboration with key Apple partners across Store Design, Marcom, ID, and Product Marketing to align on holistic experience and approach in Retail. Drive innovation with deep understanding of GEO specific requirements to ensure scalability, optimization, and localization. Manage projects by individuals with clear timelines and milestones, with deep understanding of resource allocation and budget management. 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. Experience and Education in Merchandising, Experience Design, Retail Design preferred. 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. Detailed design process from concept to development to execution. Strong aesthetic, visual design, and presentation skills. Strong sense of storytelling and a point of view informing creative executions. 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. Collaborative, with strong communication skills and the ability to articulate ideas in a clear and concise manner. Knowledgeable in manufacturing, materials, and general physical build and engineering principles. Experience working with internal or external partners and outside suppliers to overcome development and manufacturing challenges in the delivery of a design. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr