Fixture Development Program Manager, WW CSO

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Fixture Development Program Manager to oversee the creation and delivery of innovative fixture programs. This role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in retail fixture engineering and project management. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage schedules, and drive solutions to complex challenges. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication skills and a strong background in retail operations and budgeting. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will shape the future of retail experiences.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in retail fixture engineering and production.
• Strong background in retail operations and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Manage development and delivery of new Apple fixture programs.
• Coordinate activities between teams and communicate key decisions.

Skills

Retail Fixture Engineering

Project Management

Budgeting

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Computational Skills

Education

10+ years of relevant experience

Tools

Excel

Keynote

CAD

Job description

Fixture Development Program Manager, WW CSO

Cupertino, California, United States Sales and Business Development

Description

- Manage the development and delivery of new Apple fixture programs, working with all of the cross-functional stakeholders, both internal and external, to stay on time and on budget.
- Own the master schedule and coordinate activities between the teams, run leadership meetings, steering committee meetings, and communicate potential issues and key decisions needed to ensure a smooth project delivery. Escalate program execution risks to leadership in a timely manner. Actively participate in providing pathways to resolution.
- Support a range of complex programs, leading strategic fixture supplier planning, and creating and improving processes while program managing multiple development efforts concurrently.
- Manage enhancements and revisions to current programs, and drive solutions to complex challenges from all partners including customers. Lead the phase‐out of obsolete programs and elements as a result of revisions or versioning updates.
- Work with appropriate teams through compliance and regulatory issues. Update fixtures as necessary to stay compliant and ahead of future country and partner requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Typically 10+ years of relevant experience
• Deep understanding of retail fixture engineering and production/operations processes
• Expertise in installation methods for large-scale fixture executions in global retail environments
• Strong retail operations and finance background with budgeting experience
• Ability to read and interpret technical shop drawings in various formats
• Strong computational ability, with expertise in Excel/Numbers
• Understanding of import/export regulations and compliance standards, including recommendations on material selections
• Ability to influence and build consensus with key stakeholders across multiple disciplines and drive successful outcomes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to management required. Solid track record working with diverse teams and high level leadership
• Travel required both domestic and international (10%)

Preferred Qualifications

• CAD familiarity a plus
• Proficient in Keynote
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

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