Senior Event Operations Strategist

2 weeks ago

Cupertino, California, United States Apple Full time
Overview

Join a dynamic team at Apple, where innovative ideas transform into exceptional products and experiences. The Worldwide Events and Experiences Team is dedicated to showcasing Apple's renowned brand and offerings to global audiences. This role involves overseeing the comprehensive planning and execution of events, ensuring that every detail aligns with our high standards. We are looking for a seasoned leader to join our event strategy division, focusing on initiatives that enhance alignment, optimize team performance, and deliver consistent outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Event Operations Strategist, you will:
  • Develop and implement processes, strategies, and tools that elevate operational excellence and drive outstanding results.
  • Facilitate organizational and cross-departmental planning, leading strategic presentations and prioritizing new initiatives.
  • Act as a proactive influencer across diverse teams to eliminate obstacles and ensure top-tier deliverables.
  • Manage complex projects and identify opportunities for efficiency and enhanced outcomes.
  • Build strong partnerships with key cross-functional teams, including finance, procurement, communications, product marketing, and other essential internal stakeholders.
  • Oversee vendor onboarding, creating comprehensive playbooks, intake forms, and catalogs, while developing processes and training for implementation across teams.
  • Establish collaborative relationships throughout the organization.
  • Monitor key work streams, set clear success metrics, and adjust strategies as needed to ensure project success.
  • Develop high-level communication strategies to keep stakeholders informed.
  • Address issues and concerns promptly and effectively within the organization.
  • Collaborate with Procurement and the Events team to define broader vendor requirements and manage the bidding process.
  • Work closely with event team leads, sourcing, finance, and legal teams to select and onboard vendors.
  • Support the annual and quarterly planning processes, ensuring effective communication and coordination.
  • Lead regular team meetings, establishing clear agendas, assigning responsibilities, and tracking action items.
  • Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
Qualifications
  • 10+ years of operational experience in a marketing agency or brand marketing function, with a focus on event management.
  • Demonstrated success in leading event teams and achieving strategic goals.
  • Exceptional skills in program, project, and time management.
  • Proficiency in Keynote.
  • A strategic thinker and effective communicator, thriving in a fast-paced environment.
  • Adept at multitasking and navigating ambiguity to achieve objectives.
  • A dedicated partner committed to fostering impactful teams.
  • Passionate about creating structures and processes that enable outstanding work in a creative environment.
  • Comfortable with both business requirements and the technical aspects of vendor services.
  • A proven problem solver with a track record of operational excellence in dynamic settings.
  • A collaborative team player who prioritizes communication and teamwork.
  • Skilled at simplifying complex information and delivering concise presentations.
  • Able to develop solutions for nuanced challenges, emphasizing analytics and process improvement.
  • Driven and energetic, with a commitment to excellence.
  • A proactive leader who approaches tasks with urgency.
Compensation & Benefits

At Apple, your base pay is part of a comprehensive compensation package that reflects your skills, qualifications, and experience. The salary range for this position is competitive and designed to reward your growth and contributions. Apple employees also have the opportunity to participate in stock programs and receive various benefits, including medical and dental coverage, retirement plans, discounts on products, and reimbursement for educational expenses related to career advancement.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring 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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