Manager, Planning and Portfolio

Apple, Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 156,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock purchase plan

Discretionary bonuses

Relocation assistance

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking a seasoned leader to oversee planning and portfolio management for the Retail organization.

You will lead a team of planning professionals, align a large portfolio with strategic goals, and collaborate with engineering and technology partners to balance priorities. You will drive data-driven decision making, identify risks, and push for continuous process improvements in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in portfolio management or related fields, including leading retail operations.
• 3+ years of experience leading teams, direct or cross-functional.
• Experience working with Engineering and technology teams.
• Strong understanding of data analysis, forecasting and reporting methodologies.
• Proven ability to build cross-functional relationships with partners.
• Experience leading executive level strategic discussions.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team of planning professionals.
• Own strategic planning and stewardship of a large portfolio across Retail.
• Identify risks, conflicts, and dependencies to prevent blockers and maximize throughput.
• Drive continuous improvement of planning processes and frameworks, with scalable systems.
• Develop quantitative insights on portfolio health and progress for data-driven decisions.
• Champion a dynamic and adaptive planning approach aligned with Retail needs.

Skills

Portfolio management

Program management

Strategic operations

Retail operations

Team leadership

Education

BA/BS in Business Administration

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Corporate Functions

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.The Planning and Portfolio Management Team provides planning and stewardship of a large portfolio of projects across the Retail organization. We work closely with project managers, leadership and other parts of Apple to craft a strategic, synchronized plan that helps the Retail Organization realize it’s goals. If you are someone who has demonstrated excellence in bringing teams together and love working in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!

Description

We are looking for someone who has demonstrated excellence in planning and portfolio management. The ideal person will be able to effectively lead a team of planning professionals and balance the needs of multiple stakeholders. You are strategically minded, an excellent communicator, and analytical.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team of planning professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and excellence
• Own the strategic planning and stewardship of a large, complex portfolio of projects across the Retail organization, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities
• Proactively identify risks, conflicts, and dependencies across the portfolio before they become blockers — bringing solutions to maximize throughput and business benefit.
• Drive continuous improvement of planning processes and frameworks, designing systems that are resilient, scalable, and built to flex with ambiguity.
• Develop and deliver quantitative insights on the health, performance, and progress of the portfolio — enabling data-driven decision making while evolving reporting into forward-looking, predictive portfolio intelligence.
• Champion a dynamic and adaptive planning approach that keeps pace with the evolving needs of the Retail organization

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in portfolio management, complex program management, strategic operations, or a combination of extensive portfolio/program management and experience leading retail operations.
• 3+ years of experience leading teams, either through direct people management or leading large cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience working with Engineering and technology teams
• Strong understanding of data analysis, forecasting and reporting methodologies
• Proven ability to take initiative, foster trust and build strong, productive relationships, with cross-functional teams and partners
• Experience leading executive level strategic discussions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working effectively in a highly-matrixed organization across timezones
• Preferred project management professional (PMP) or portfolio management professional (PfMP) certification
• BA/BS in Business Administration or related field or relevant professional experience

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 $155,700 and $280,300, 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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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

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