In this role you will:Analyze sales data/trends to drive product merchandising strategy discussions with product marketing sales marcom sales finance and operations teamsUnderstand new product strategy product security requirements visual merchandising standards and work with channel sales teams for product authorization Work with Apple senior leadership to align on product merchandising strategy taking into account regional sales performance build plans and product preferencesDevelop WW briefing content and lead briefing calls on day of product launch aligning with other NPI cross-functional teamsGenerate accurate product demo unit forecast for WW channel points of sale taking into account regional nuances to merchandising preferencesDevelop merchandising element forecasts including security elements and acrylics to support in-store merchandisingCollaborate with engineering design and manufacturing teams to ensure accurate planning and on-time delivery of security elements and acrylics to support NPI launch activitiesWork with regional teams to support NPI activities and utilize their feedback on sales operations and store execution for future NPI planningIdentify risks to product launch and develop/implement risk mitigation plans to ensure Day 1 readiness in storeProvide periodic product launch plan and NPI readiness status updates to leadershipSupport business decisions with robust business justification and data storytellingManage vendor capacity planning and budget planningDrive optimization and automation of processes in NPI planning as part of continuous improvement
Typically requires 8 years of experience in product merchandising sales supply chain capacity planning or logistics
Experience in point of sale readiness and store experience for channel partners
Ability to apply sales analysis in development of merchandizing strategy
Proficient in managing large data sets and deriving key insights
Strong vendor management and budget management experience
Solid expertise in Excel and Keynote
Experience with Python
Bachelors degree required
Strong focus on problem solving with an ability to identify and implement scalable solutions
Sharp eye for details with a hands-on and continuous improvement approach to identify inefficiencies and design process improvements
Excellent presentation communication analytical skills and attention to details
Experience working cross-functionally across all levels of a highly matrix organization
Proficiency in programming for processing large data sets (eg: Python)
Experience with tools such as Tableau and/or Business Objects is preferred
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