From Apple's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, great ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish.
Are you a strategic problem solver who excels at cross-functional execution? We are looking for someone who loves to solve problems and has an uncanny knack for connecting the dots. As part of our Worldwide Sales Business Transformation group, you will be responsible for planning and implementing strategies, programs, tools, and processes that enable the business to drive sales, improve customer experience, and innovate the way we lead and support one of the largest channel operations in the world.
These solutions are typically new technical capabilities or the transformation of business processes to support continuously evolving sales motions, expanding Geo coverage and routes-to-market, and growing complexity of sales plays.
As a WW Sales Transformation Business Process Analyst, you will drive strategic initiatives focused on optimizing our sales processes and technology solutions. You will be instrumental in leading end-to-end projects, with a particular emphasis on enhancing our content tech capabilities. As a critical bridge between business stakeholders and engineering teams, you will translate complex business needs into actionable technical requirements and ensure successful project delivery from conception to launch.
Description
In this role, you will:
Lead and manage strategic projects within the Sales Transformation portfolio, with a focus on enhancing our content tech ecosystem and related sales processes.
Partner closely with sales leaders and other key stakeholders to understand business challenges, elicit detailed requirements, and define optimal future state processes and solutions.
Translate high-level business objectives and detailed requirements into comprehensive functional specifications, user stories, use cases, and process diagrams that engineering teams can effectively implement.
Facilitate workshops, conduct interviews, and present findings and recommendations to various audiences, ensuring alignment and buy-in across all levels of the organization.
Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, resource allocation, and budgets. Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery.
Work closely with engineering, product management, UX/UI design, and other cross-functional teams throughout the entire software development lifecycle.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within sales operations, leveraging technology to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
Support change management activities, including developing communication plans, training materials, and user adoption strategies for new processes and systems.
Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and success metrics for projects, and track post-implementation performance to ensure solutions deliver intended business value.
Ensure all projects and solutions align with the broader Sales strategy and Apple’s overall business objectives.
Minimum Qualifications
Typically requires a minimum of 8+ years of experience as business analyst, project management, or program management role, specifically leading complex, cross-functional business transformation projects.
Ability to understand and explain complex business processes, systems, and tools with a specific focus on upstream/downstream impact and the relationship between multiple functions and/or tools.
Foundational understanding of AI/ML concepts and the ability to effectively collaborate with AI/ML, product, UX, engineering, and analytics teams to guide the development of innovative, technology-driven solutions.
Deep expertise in SDLC project management and business analysis (e.g., current state assessment, future state definition, gap analysis, requirements gathering, specifications, user stories, process flows, timelines, user acceptance testing, change management, etc.).
Proven analytical skills with the ability to investigate data, business, or systems problems to expose root causes and identify solution options.
Proven ability to effectively plan, organize, and lead simultaneous projects with competing priorities, strategies, and timescales
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex ideas and tailor to technical and non-technical audiences
Proven experience creating polished executive presentations and “storytelling through data” to motivate and inspire others
Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills with the ability to quickly establish trust, credibility, and influence across a variety of cross-functional and multi-directional partners.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in a sales, marketing, or enterprise technology environment is highly preferred.
Expertise in one or more enterprise content platforms such as CMS, DAM, PIM, and content syndication platforms (e.g., Adobe Experience Manager, Salesforce Experience Cloud, Stibo STEP, Salsify).
Passion for continuous improvement with the curiosity to uncover gaps, resilience to manage ambiguity, and drive to optimize processes and create solutions.
Forward-thinking approach and tenacity to anticipate risks/opportunities and proactively drive towards the desired outcomes.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.
Master’s Degree is a plus.
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 $140,700 and $211,400, 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.
About this listing
LAYIQ is an independent job-discovery service. This listing does not imply a partnership with or endorsement by the employer. Review the original posting for current details and availability.
