Retail Strategy Brand Manager

Apple; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 146,800 - 274,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products and services

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading technology company based in California is seeking an innovative Retail Strategy Brand Manager to lead retail strategy initiatives and special projects that enhance customer experience. Candidates must have over 7 years of experience in consumer marketing, with the ability to analyze performance data and promote cross-functional collaboration. This role offers a competitive salary range of $146,800 to $274,500, along with comprehensive benefits that support personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in consumer marketing, retail strategy, or brand management with global brands.
• Experience in launching integrated retail or marketing strategies across channels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of retail strategy initiatives and special projects.
• Analyze retail performance data and insights for innovation.
• Foster relationships across retail, regional, and worldwide teams.

Skills

Consumer marketing

Retail strategy

Brand management

Analytical skills

Creative problem solving

Job description

Overview

Summary 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 WW Apple Retail Engagement, Marketing & Merchandising (REMM) team defines, makes and delivers programs, campaigns, initiatives and experiences that help Apple Retail’s customers and teams discover, be inspired by, learn about and go further with Apple’s products and services, and does so in a manner that is true to our values.

We are seeking an innovative Retail Strategy Brand Manager to shape the future of Apple retail and drive transformative special projects that redefine how customers experience our brand.

Description

In this role, you will develop and execute bold retail strategies that evolve Apple\'s retail experience. You will translate our brand vision into compelling retail concepts, operational frameworks, and strategic initiatives that create meaningful customer moments and drive business growth.

You will pioneer new retail models and special projects that push the boundaries of how Apple engages with customers. Through deep insights and continuous experimentation, you\'ll identify opportunities to innovate our retail presence, optimize the customer journey, and establish new standards for retail excellence.

Partnering closely with merchandising, retail operations, internal engagement, design, and regional teams, you will champion the future of Apple retail—ensuring every strategic initiative reflects our commitment to simplicity, innovation, and customer-centricity on a global scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conception and execution of retail strategy initiatives and special projects from ideation through launch, collaborating with cross-functional partners to ensure alignment and seamless implementation.
• Analyze retail performance data and customer insights to identify opportunities for innovation, testing new concepts and iterating based on learnings to maximize impact.
• Build and nurture relationships across retail, regional, and worldwide teams, fostering a culture of shared ownership, continuous improvement, and strategic alignment.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years in consumer marketing, retail strategy, or brand management with leading global brands in multi-channel environments.
• Experience developing and launching integrated retail or marketing strategies across diverse channels and geographies, with demonstrated ability to drive measurable business results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Track record of leading strategic conversations with a wide range of people in different fields and across levels.
• Strong analytical skills, able to identify and act upon opportunities for campaign improvement and impact.
• Strategically astute, with a creative approach to solving problems and creating memorable customer experiences and campaigns.
• Comfort with fast iteration: testing, learning, and responding quickly to changing market signals.
• A phenomenal teammate who leads from the front and will be the champion for doing what’s right.
• Skilled in prioritizing multiple, complex, concurrent projects.
• Demonstrates Apple’s values of inclusion and diversity in daily activities, helping create an environment by respecting differences and having a curiosity to learn.

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 $146,800 and $274,500, 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.

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.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.