Global Product Launch Readiness Analyst

1 week ago

Cupertino, California, United States Apple Full time

Position Overview:
Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:
At Apple, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. We seek individuals who are passionate and dedicated to their work, as they play a crucial role in transforming ideas into remarkable products and services.

Our team at Apple is not just about creating products; we are about crafting experiences that have the potential to redefine industries.

It is the diversity of our team members and their unique perspectives that fuel the creativity and innovation that permeate our work, from cutting-edge technology to leading environmental initiatives.

Join us in our mission to enhance the world we live in.


The Worldwide Product Launch Readiness team is responsible for managing intricate new product introductions and ongoing product initiatives across various Apple Operations, Sales, and Engineering divisions, with a focus on executing go-to-market operational plans.


We are looking for a proactive and experienced analyst who can connect cross-functional and cross-organizational teams to successfully launch new products while maintaining strict confidentiality.

The successful candidate will set and communicate essential milestones, analyze supply chain models and product assortment data, document processes, troubleshoot challenges, and lead continuous improvement initiatives across diverse geographical teams.


Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate to define the Launch Plan of Record, establishing key dates for the movement of finished products from manufacturing to customers and retail locations globally.
- Analyze supply chain data to identify dependencies, gates, and milestones; assess risks and develop contingency plans to minimize consumer impact, including addressing unforeseen challenges.
- Prepare cross-functional operational teams for new product launch strategies. Provide timely updates and escalate critical risks to both cross-functional and executive teams.
- Ensure launch deliverables are on schedule and that systems are prepared for execution. Foster creative problem-solving while evaluating implications, tracking critical milestones, recommending adjustments, and building contingency plans.
- Assess regulatory impacts on existing products and devise strategies to ensure compliance.
- Influence launch strategy decisions through data analysis, collaboration, leadership, and a customer-centric approach.
- Analyze and align product assortment strategies by market and channel, considering legal and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with E-Commerce and IT teams to set up and test online store assortments and fulfillment messaging to guarantee an exceptional customer experience.
- Conduct post-launch analyses to identify root causes, opportunities for ongoing process enhancements, and system improvements. Document and implement new processes effectively through change management and cross-functional collaboration.


- Own and manage the Launch Plan of Record to ensure the smooth transition of finished products from manufacturing to a complex network of global retail points.
- Develop time dependency models for key launch activities, including logistical leads by country and market entry strategies.
- Drive post-launch analysis to pinpoint opportunities for continuous improvement in processes.


Minimum Qualifications:
- BS/BA degree or 7 years of relevant experience preferred.
- Highly effective communication skills; ability to present and influence a diverse range of stakeholders across various teams and organizational levels.
- Exceptional relationship-building skills and the ability to influence within a matrix organization.
- Extensive experience in program and/or project management.
- Strong ability to structure ambiguous problems into actionable plans with meticulous attention to detail.
- Capability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams on a global scale.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Proven success in leading complex global projects in New Product Introductions, Supply Demand Planning, Order Management, or Logistics.
- Ability to synthesize diverse inputs into a cohesive strategy that considers all variables.
- Proficiency in analyzing large datasets, including supply chain models and product assortment data.
- Self-motivated individual comfortable with driving issue resolution in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits:
At Apple, base pay is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package, which is determined within a range.

The base pay range for this role is between $139,200 and $209,900, influenced by skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees have the opportunity to become shareholders through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs, including restricted stock unit awards and discounted stock purchases through the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.


Additional Benefits:

- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, discounts on products and services, and reimbursement for certain educational expenses related to career advancement at Apple.

This role may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments, as well as relocation assistance.


Note:

Apple’s benefits, 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 committed to inclusion and diversity, taking affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

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