Product Launch Analyst, Worldwide Readiness

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 149,000 - 249,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock programs

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Discretionary bonuses/commission

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA seeks a Product Launch Analyst to lead high-impact initiatives ensuring readiness for new product introductions and ongoing launches. You’ll coordinate with Operations, Sales, Product Marketing and Engineering to craft launch plans and drive readiness across multiple teams.

The role demands strong program management, superb communication, and ability to navigate a fast-paced environment. MBA or related experience is a plus; relocation may be offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 6+ years within Operations, NPI, Project/Program Management or equivalent background experiences.
• Must be able to work independently as well as lead cross-functional teams domestically and globally.
• Highly effective communication skills; ability to present to a wide range of stakeholders across different teams and levels of the organization
• Self-motivated, driven individual who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional ability to build relationships and influence in a matrix organization
• In-depth experience in program and/or project management
• Ability to structure work and actions from ambiguous business challenges

Responsibilities

• Partner with WW Product Marketing, Supply Demand Management, Logistics, Retail Fulfillment Operations, Product Operations, Regional Ops teams and other cross functional organizations to craft the NPI strategy for all routes to market and execute flawlessly.
• Analyze supply chain data to understand the dependencies, gates, and milestones; Evaluate supply chain risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate consumer impact, including ad-hoc problem solving during unprecedented events.
• Prepare cross-functional operational teams on new product launch or compliance implementation plans. Provide timely updates and elevate critical risks to cross-functional and executive teams.
• Assess regulatory impacts on existing products and define a strategy to intercept regulation sand ensure compliance.
• Influence launch strategy decisions through data analysis, collaboration, leadership and a customer-focused approach.
• Drive post-mortem analysis for each launch to identify RCA, opportunities for continuous process, & system improvement. Document and implement new processes effectively.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA or Master’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Product Launch Analyst, Worldwide Readiness

Cupertino, California, United States Operations and Supply Chain

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new insights have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish! The people here at Apple don’t just build 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. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it.Worldwide Product & Launch Readiness is all about making sure new products are ready to launch and that ongoing products are thriving. We work closely with Apple’s Operations, Sales, Product Marketing, and Engineering teams to create a solid plan for getting products to market.

Description

As a Product Launch Analyst in Worldwide Readiness, you’ll be the mastermind behind high-impact programs that shine with excellence, paying super close attention to every detail. You’ll be the go-to person for managing relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders from different areas, ensuring projects align perfectly with Apple’s mission to create amazing customer experiences. Plus, you’ll be helping to build the internal systems, tools, and processes we need to succeed in the future.

• Partner with WW Product Marketing, Supply Demand Management, Logistics, Retail Fulfillment Operations, Product Operations, Regional Ops teams and other cross functional organizations to craft the NPI strategy for all routes to market and execute flawlessly.
• Analyze supply chain data to understand the dependencies, gates, and milestones; Evaluate supply chain risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate consumer impact, including ad-hoc problem solving during unprecedented events.
• Prepare cross-functional operational teams on new product launch or compliance implementation plans. Provide timely updates and elevate critical risks to cross-functional and executive teams.
• Assess regulatory impacts on existing products and define a strategy to intercept regulation sand ensure compliance.
• Influence launch strategy decisions through data analysis, collaboration, leadership and a customer-focused approach.
• Drive post-mortem analysis for each launch to identify RCA, opportunities for continuous process, & system improvement. Document and implement new processes effectively.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 6+ years within Operations, NPI, Project/Program Management,or equivalent background experiences will be considered.
• Must be able to work independently as well lead cross-functional teams domestically and globally.
• Highly effective communication skills; ability to present to a wide range of stakeholders across different teams and levels of the organization
• Self-motivated, driven individual who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional ability to build relationships and influence in a matrix organization
• In-depth experience in program and/or project management
• Ability to structure work and actions from ambiguous business challenges

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven Track record of success leading complex global projects in New Product Introductions, Supply Demand Planning, Order Management, or Logistics
• Ability to synthesize varying inputs across different disciplines into a cohesive strategy which accounts for impacts to all variables
• Self-motivated, driven individual who is comfortable driving issue resolution in a fast-paced environment
• You should be comfortable presenting to executive management.
• MBA, Masters Degree in a related field, or equivalent work experience, is desired.
• Prior experience in product planning, production control, inventory management, or production/manufacturing operations is a plus.

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 $149,200 and $249,000, 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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