• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in business analysis, planning, strategy, and/or program and portfolio management roles
• Deep understanding of the product, in launching new features or redesigning existing systems from the lens of the business users
• Consistent track record of leading strategic programs, combined with the ability to implement tactical project-level activities
• Ability to deliver large scale initiatives in a timely manner with high levels of complexity and ambiguity
• Broad exposure to Sales, Finance, and Supply Chain Management
• Deep understanding and ability to learn quickly the end-to-end business processes of a large, multi-geo, multi-function organization
• Ability to bring structure to small initiatives and large-scale projects alike
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate and maintain relationships with a diverse group of internal and external partners, including strong prioritization and project management skills
• Collaborative, flexible, and open working style with an ability to establish trust and credibility quickly
• Ability to communicate complex technical projects effectively to senior leadership
• Proficient knowledge in process mapping and other process analysis techniques
• Proficient knowledge of systems implementation and development lifecycles
• Technical savvy required to effectively discuss and strategize on solutions with IT teams
• Experience managing and influencing technical teams a plus
• Experience with Lean methodology and comfortable applying Lean tools a plus
• Business Process Mapping and Core Data Management around customer data and channel data experience a plus
• Experience with data capture with external partners on a daily and weekly frequency a plus
• Experience with business migration of large datasets to new platform a plus

The ideal candidate is one who has been a top performer in his or her career with a proven track record of accomplishments. Success requires an individual to think strategically, connect the dots of the bigger picture, as well as be comfortable in the details of all key deliverables. You must be self-motivated, comfortable working with minimal direction in a global, fast-paced, sometimes ambiguous environment. You have exceptional analytical skills, have maniacal attention to detail, and a proven ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization. The position will require the ability to complete complex business analysis, develop and execute business strategies, and be confident and competent as the face of Sales Finance in discussions with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have deep program management experience and be self-directed, motivated, and comfortable working in an extremely fast-paced environment. * Own program execution at the portfolio level, working closely with Sales Finance leadership to define a long-vision and strategy * Drive strategic alignment through multi-year road mapping, clearly communicating the vision and details of improvements during routine status updates with senior leadership in Sales * Prioritize process improvements that balance the needs of various teams while providing the most benefit to Apple * Define and implement critical program metrics and identify success measures for projects being implemented * Set the standards and tools in which the Sales Finance team completes its work * Lead business transitions to new data capture platforms * Partner with key Sales and Sales Finance leaders to understand their data needs by documenting and translating these needs into projects and key requirements * Partner with technical teams to design and develop requirements into workable solutions and lead the solutions for the Sales Finance organization * Partner with data management office to define data governance structure and improve business rules to manage data quality * Plan, schedule, and implement ongoing organizational development activities such as training programs, workshops, and summits * You may be called on to step into a critical program delivery role for a short period of time to assure the delivery of highly visible cross-functional programs

Bachelors of Science (BS) or equivalent degree in Finance, Business Management, Computer Science, Engineering or a field required.

• Passionate about driving quality within an organization and have a deep understanding of the incremental impact of improving the effectiveness of a large organization
• Ability to operate independently with conviction and drive teams to the highest levels of quality within expected delivery timelines
• Handle ambiguity and have a good understanding and handle on business value while taking the initiative to craft problems and projects so that they deliver maximum impact
• Consistent track record in implementing complex initiatives that significantly improve business process and performance
• International travel may be required