Merchandising Operations Planner

Apple Inc

Culver City, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Apple, Campaigns, Cross-Functional, Customer Experience, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Engagement Marketing, Marketing, Merchandising, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Operations Planning, Photography, Pricing, Process Management, Product Merchandising, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Project/Program Management, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Retail, Supply Chain Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Visual Merchandising
LOCATION
Culver City, CA
POSTED
2 days ago

Imagine what you could do here! The people here at Apple don't just create products - they build the kind of wonder that's revolutionized entire industries. It's the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. At Apple, inclusion is a shared responsibility, and we work together to foster a culture where everyone belongs and is inspired to do their best work.

Apple's worldwide Retail Engagement, Marketing and Merchandising (REMM) team creates and delivers programs, campaigns, initiatives, and experiences that help Apple Retail's customers and teams discover, buy, and go further with Apple products and services. These efforts increase awareness, drive conversion, and grow affinity for Apple.

Apples Merchandising Operations team is responsible for the global end-to-end lifecycle for third party products in the Apple Retail Store and the Apple Online Store. Working closely with Product Merchants, we lead a global cross functional network of partners including Developer Relations, Digital Merchandising, Pricing, Procurement, Supply Chain Operations, Regional Merchandising teams and Visual Merchandising.

Were looking for a sharp, action-oriented communicator who brings exceptional attention to detail and thrives in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment. Youre equally comfortable thinking strategically and rolling up your sleeves to get things done. This role is responsible for supporting the Product Merchandising team across all product categories with the execution and day to day management of all new Third Party Product (3PP) and Second Party Product (2PP) introductions in Apple Retail and Online stores on a worldwide level. You'll partner across internal teams to bring Apple's vision for a vibrant, curated accessories experience to life, both in stores and online.Lead New Product Introductions for third-party vendors from start to finish Serve as a key cross-functional partner, working with Global Supply Managers to onboard new vendors and launch exciting new products Drive the customer experience on the Apple Online Store by coordinating with vendors to deliver product samples, photography, and content to our publishing team Keep vendors informed on item data accuracy, shipping deadlines, and key timing milestones Ensure item data is consistent and accurate across all systems affected by merchandising activity Collaborate with SDM and RFO to create, track, and expedite purchase orders Continuously evaluate existing processes and tools, identifying opportunities to improve and partnering with teams to implement solutions3+ years of experience in project management, merchandising, or marketing Outstanding communicator and collaborator, with experience working across global teams Strong process management skills and proven ability to learn and manage complex systems Ability to build relationships and influence partners at all levelsForward-thinking with strong planning and time management abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), Keynote, Pages, and Numbers

About the Company

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Apple Inc

We bring amazing people together to make amazing things happen.

We’re a diverse collection of thinkers and doers, continually reimagining what’s possible to help us all do what we love in new ways. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with the Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, as well as with services, including iTunes, the App Store, Apple Music, and Apple Pay. And the same passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices — strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it.

About Apple

There’s a place here for every kind of brilliant. Everyone here is an innovator, or an innovator-to-be, no matter what your team or your role. So bring your passion, courage, and original thinking and get ready to share it, because every new product, service, or feature we invent is the result of people working together to make each others’ ideas stronger. Innovation at this level depends on people who represent the variety of the human experience and inspire us with their own fresh perspectives. Together, we’ll do amazing work that can make a difference in people’s lives. Including your own. Learn more about working at Apple.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
1976
WEBSITE
https://www.apple.com/jobs