Sales Strategy Development Lead
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Apple's Sales organization generates the revenue needed to fuel our ongoing development of products and services. This, in turn, enriches the lives of hundreds of millions of people around the world. Our sales team is, in many ways, the face of Apple to our largest customers.
Description
The Sales Strategy Development Lead will partner with teams across sales, product marketing, and developer relations to build and execute go-to-market strategies, market activation plans, and key initiatives that scale new Apple products and services globally.
Reporting to the Manager, WW Business Development, the role will require periodic travel (20%).
","responsibilities":"Develop creative, scalable market activation plans for new products and services, and bring them to life in partnership with local teams
Identify and engage potential customers and partners as early industry champions for new products and services
Collaborate on new business opportunities for Apple platforms across commercial markets
Work cross-functionally across sales, product marketing, and developer relations to accelerate select projects
Own strategic initiatives as assigned, delivering high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
Partner with the WW Director to craft and deliver compelling presentations for senior leadership, EBCs, and key stakeholders
Partner with Sales Operations and Finance to synthesize data and insights that inform business decisions
Preferred Qualifications
Direct experience bringing new products or services to market, from early planning through launch
Hands-on experience working directly with customers and partners to integrate new technologies to drive industry innovation
Experience as part of a high-performing internal strategy or business development team
Familiarity with commercial or enterprise technology markets and how technology led transformation
Minimum Qualifications
8+ years of sales strategy or business development experience
Experience building and nurturing commercial customer or partner relationships and their aligned projects or initiatives
Track record of developing and launching comprehensive market activation plans
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Proven ability to design and execute sales initiatives and programs
Excellent internal networking and communication skills in a worldwide, matrixed environment
Ability to influence and drive alignment across cross-functional teams without direct authority
Comfortable working with data and translating insights into clear, compelling business narratives
Strong presentation & facilitation skills in both narrative creation, design, and oral delivery
A self-starter with strategic vision, analytical depth, and a strong track record of execution
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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 $146,800 and $221,200, 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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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
Parental Benefits
Work Flexibility
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
Financial and Retirement
Professional Development
Diversity and Inclusion
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