London, England, United Kingdom Sales and Business Development
Description
You will lead multiple strategic projects from initial feasibility & requirements through to implementation. You will lead large cross functional teams to design and set up new infrastructure in emerging markets touching virtually all areas of Apple’s business. A deep appreciation of business context, and a balance of commercial, operational and technical understanding are required along with an ability to operate autonomously in a matrixed organisation- Autonomously run programmes and projects of varying scale and complexity- Lead cross-functional teams with consultative direction from management- Identify and clarify cross functional business requirements- Review business requirements, ensure clarity and establish expectations for services requested Facilitate process development and clarification across functions to ensure project goals are met- Develop and execute project plans, defining scope, schedule, deliverables, resource and cost- Anticipate issues and handle risks- Prioritize team activities and drive resolution of issues/dependencies across the project- Effectively communicate status and issues to team members, management and other project partners- Run governance process of projects in EMEIA & WW (Project, Programme, Sponsors & Steering)- Manage the course of a project flexibility, appropriately adapting approach and methods used as the initiative unfolds- Interact directly with EMEIA Leadership to effectively Steer projects in line with business priorities- Drive best practice initiatives, fostering an environment of continual learning and improvement- Be an Expert Project / Programme Management across EMEIA, acting as consultant to support other teams and contributing to best practice across Apple Worldwide
Minimum Qualifications
* In depth relevant experience leading large and highly complex programmes and projects
* Strong analytical skills, meticulous with strong intuition for business and consumer focus.
* Demonstrate initiative, flexibility and analytical skills in a changing and dynamic environment
* Previous leadership skills including experience leading suppliers and vendors.
* Previous experience setting direction for process and/or tool improvements to support team objectives.
* Experience partnering with internal customers to achieve goals as a virtual team, including strong program and project management of complex issues
* Extraordinary verbal and written communications skills, including presenting to executives.
* Strong analytical capabilities, should have the ability to evaluate, analyse and present data to executive level
* Able to prioritise tasks effectively
* You will have a strong eye for business coupled with an understanding of the business partners work and goals.
* Thrives in a dynamic environment.
* High level of ethics, values, integrity, and trust.
* Solid work ethic with a flexible and adaptable approach to work.
* Passionate about details.
Preferred Qualifications
* Programme / Project Management Certification (MSP, Prince2 or equivalent)
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