Apple
PMO Project Manager - Retail Engineering
Apple, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
PMO Project Manager - Retail Engineering
Austin,Texas,United States
Corporate Functions
At Apple, we deliver products, technologies and services to inspire creativity and enrich lives. Apple has become one of the most recognized and trusted brands in the world. As such, we hold ourselves to the highest standards to deliver the best Retail experience second to no one. The IS&T Retail Engineering organization has the goal of providing an intuitive, seamless and inspiring customer experience interacting with our people, products and services. This Project Management Office (PMO PM) will support our Portfolio planning efforts by working across Engineering to secure timely and accurate deliverables focusing on a macro lens to Headcount Management, Capital Planning and process improvement for our Retail and Engineering Solution teams. This position seeks a candidate open to not only macro PMO responsibilities but also exposure to more detailed Engineering Project Management opportunities.
Description
The PMO Project Manager should possess strong networking capabilities, a sense of ownership and humility as they influence project drivers and hiring managers toward Capital Planning and Headcount management macro level deliverables. This role must partner across Retail Finance, IS&T Finance and various Eng PMO team members to keep the annual portfolio plan healthy. Candidate should demonstrate a comfort toward dealing with Ambiguity: Candidate to be comfortable and confident working in a dynamic environment, partnering with direct and indirect teams to problem solve. Flexibility when handling deliverable changes and ability to concurrently manage multiple macro level tasks and or initiatives. Confidence in the ability to listen and be patient with others.
Minimum Qualifications
Proven experience in project / program / portfolio management, operations, or relevant field
Experience with project management software and tools
Comfortable with basic data analysis (i.e. Using Microsoft excel, Apple Numbers, or Tableau)
Executive presentation skills (i.e. Using Powerpoint, Apple Keynote)
Key Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Appetite to learn and support Capital planning governance activities (roadmap management & integrity)
Demonstrate confidence interfacing with Product & IS&T team members, EPMs + Engineering managers
Collaborates with others (i.e. capital planning and financial planning teams) for roadmap alignment
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to organize, take action and provide options in the face of ambiguity
Strong analytical capability and problem solving skills with attention to detail
Confidence to speak up, ask questions, and influence change
Appetite for and creativity around process improvement
Must be able to multi-task own activities across diverse business units and geographical boundaries.
Education & Experience
Additional Requirements
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)
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Austin,Texas,United States
Corporate Functions
At Apple, we deliver products, technologies and services to inspire creativity and enrich lives. Apple has become one of the most recognized and trusted brands in the world. As such, we hold ourselves to the highest standards to deliver the best Retail experience second to no one. The IS&T Retail Engineering organization has the goal of providing an intuitive, seamless and inspiring customer experience interacting with our people, products and services. This Project Management Office (PMO PM) will support our Portfolio planning efforts by working across Engineering to secure timely and accurate deliverables focusing on a macro lens to Headcount Management, Capital Planning and process improvement for our Retail and Engineering Solution teams. This position seeks a candidate open to not only macro PMO responsibilities but also exposure to more detailed Engineering Project Management opportunities.
Description
The PMO Project Manager should possess strong networking capabilities, a sense of ownership and humility as they influence project drivers and hiring managers toward Capital Planning and Headcount management macro level deliverables. This role must partner across Retail Finance, IS&T Finance and various Eng PMO team members to keep the annual portfolio plan healthy. Candidate should demonstrate a comfort toward dealing with Ambiguity: Candidate to be comfortable and confident working in a dynamic environment, partnering with direct and indirect teams to problem solve. Flexibility when handling deliverable changes and ability to concurrently manage multiple macro level tasks and or initiatives. Confidence in the ability to listen and be patient with others.
Minimum Qualifications
Proven experience in project / program / portfolio management, operations, or relevant field
Experience with project management software and tools
Comfortable with basic data analysis (i.e. Using Microsoft excel, Apple Numbers, or Tableau)
Executive presentation skills (i.e. Using Powerpoint, Apple Keynote)
Key Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Appetite to learn and support Capital planning governance activities (roadmap management & integrity)
Demonstrate confidence interfacing with Product & IS&T team members, EPMs + Engineering managers
Collaborates with others (i.e. capital planning and financial planning teams) for roadmap alignment
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to organize, take action and provide options in the face of ambiguity
Strong analytical capability and problem solving skills with attention to detail
Confidence to speak up, ask questions, and influence change
Appetite for and creativity around process improvement
Must be able to multi-task own activities across diverse business units and geographical boundaries.
Education & Experience
Additional Requirements
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)
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Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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 (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. United States Department of Labor. Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you’re applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines (opens in a new window) applicable in your area.
Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .