Manager, Enterprise Collaboration & Productivity Strategy

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something. We're seeking a highly motivated leader to join our Product Strategy team and drive innovation, collaboration, and productivity in communication technologies. You'll be a critical thinker with a passion for technology and a talent for crafting exceptional user experiences that empower millions. Bring your communication skills and help us build the next generation of tools.

In this critical role, you will be responsible for defining and implementing the product strategy that empowers our workforce to connect, collaborate, and achieve their goals effectively. You will lead a team responsible for a diverse portfolio of tools, including native Apple services, third-party solutions, and custom-built software.

• Drive the long-term vision and strategy for our collaboration, productivity, and communication technology portfolio. Define and drive the strategy for integrating these products into a cohesive and seamless user experience. Ensure interoperability between native Apple services, third-party solutions, and custom-built software.
• Lead all aspects of the entire lifecycle of products within the portfolio, ensuring they meet performance standards, are efficient, and deliver maximum value to the organization. This includes native Apple services, 3rd-party products, and custom-built software.
• Evaluate and integrate AI-powered features and capabilities into our tools to enhance user experience, and improve efficiency to help our employees focus on deep work. Stay ahead of the curve in AI advancements and find opportunities to use AI to transform the way our employees work.
• Establish key performance indicators and metrics to measure the efficiency of the portfolio in supporting business goals.
• Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with third-party vendors to influence product direction and stay abreast of industry trends and new technologies.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of product professionals. Foster a collaborative and innovative environment where team members can thrive.
• Actively engage with team members across the company to understand their needs. Translate these needs into actionable product requirements and ensure our technology solutions successfully support their workflows.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in an engineering field or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of product management experience.
• Experience with one or more programming languages, software development methodologies, and system design.

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep understanding of the enterprise collaboration, productivity, communication, and AI software landscape.
• Strong business analysis skills with ability to translate business needs into technical requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex business needs into clear product requirements.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus across all levels of the organization.
• Proven track record of managing complex product portfolios across multiple platforms including Apple products and services.
• Demonstrated ability to drive large-scale, cross-functional initiatives in complex environments.

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 $176,600 and $313,500, 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.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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