Program Manager (Strategic Programs), Worldwide Sales & Operations Support
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The WW BPR Data Privacy PMO is the program management and business change function driving Apple's global data privacy compliance execution. This role sits at the intersection of readiness management, execution governance, and stakeholder communications - ensuring the program operates with clarity, pace, and accountability at every level.
Description
You will play a meaningful role within the Program Management Office (PMO) supporting Apple's global data privacy compliance initiatives. This person will work across a range of capacities - from driving day-to-day execution readiness and cross-functional alignment, to owning program communications and reporting infrastructure that keeps senior leadership informed and confident. In addition, you will play a key role in the delivery of high-profile, cross-functional compliance programs that span multiple Apple organizations and carry strict regulatory deadlines.
This role owns three core areas of responsibility:
Readiness & Execution Management
Communications & Reporting
Shared PMO Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Own end-to-end program readiness tracking across all workstreams
Proactively identify and resolve readiness gaps before they become critical path risks
Coordinate cross-functional execution of data privacy initiatives
Maintain governance over scope, timeline, and dependencies
Own program communications infrastructure including status reports and executive dashboards
Establish and maintain a single source of truth for program status, risks, and decisions
Support PMO standards, tools, and frameworks
Contribute to portfolio-level reporting and cross-program impact assessments
Train and mentor program team members on delivery best practices
Preferred Qualifications
MBA or Master's degree preferred
Fluency in Mandarin Chinese or other Asian languages
Solid ability to personally deliver large-scale initiatives with high levels of complexity and competing priorities
Proven ability to drive alignment across large, matrixed organizations on scope, schedule, and resource commitments under tight deadlines
Experience integrating business transformation with systems architecture, operating model design, and organizational change management
macOS Proficiency - comfortable working natively in the Apple ecosystem including Keynote, Pages, and related productivity tools
Communication & Stakeholder Management - demonstrated ability to manage relationships across Legal, Privacy, IS&T, and business stakeholders at all levels
Project & Change Management - strong command of project management methodologies and change management principles
Minimum Qualifications
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3+ years of program or portfolio management experience in complex, cross-functional, and compliance-driven environments
Demonstrated expertise in readiness management and execution governance across large-scale, multi-stakeholder programs
Experience building and owning program reporting infrastructure: dashboards, weekly status reports, risk logs, and executive briefings
Ability to bring structure to ambiguous environments and drive cross-functional alignment under pressure
Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering, Economics, or a relevant field
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 $114,900 and $172,700, 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
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