Apple Inc. posted a job you might be interested in January 26, 2015 at 11:13PM

Apple Inc.



Education, Kids, & Medical Team Manager, Worldwide Developer Relations

San Francisco Bay Area, US - Computer Hardware, Computer Software, Consumer Electronics

The Partnership Management team in Apple's Worldwide Developer Relations group is seeking an agile, energetic, and highly motivated individual to manage a team of Partnership Managers who will build and maintain strategic relationships with mobile software developers. This Manager will lead a team of Partnership Managers who work with developers to inspire and promote application development, and ensure the continued delivery of world-class third-party solutions for Apple devices. As a player / coach, this manager will also manage a set of relationships which Apple enjoys with third party mobile software developers.

Key Qualifications:

•- Minimum 10 years work experience required

•- Experience in Educational Technology and Kids Digital Content

•- Awareness of mobile application development processes, developer support programs and related marketing activities

•- Cellular hardware, software or mobile consumer electronics marketing / relationship management experience highly desirable

•- Strong oral and written communication skills, combined with a mature, diplomatic approach in all communications required

•- Effective presenter in a variety of formal presentation settings; one-on-one, small and large group required

•- A demonstrable passion for Apple platforms preferred

•- People management experience a plus

•The position requires excellent relationship building and account management skills, aggressiveness, persuasiveness and the ability to work effectively at all levels of an organization. The candidate must be self-directed and have a track record of showing initiative in outbound partnering activities. The successful candidate will also be results driven, will offer fresh perspectives and be a highly organized creative problem solver with a keen attention to detail. Remarkable follow-through and an ability to focus on strategic agendas while keeping day-to-day job activities current is a must. The candidate must demonstrate a strong understanding of management strategies to develop the highest performing employees.

Description:

- Manage a team of individual contributor Partnership Managers

- Ensure professional development of the team, while supporting their direct work with third-party developers

- Develop and communicate to the team the strategies that will support larger Developer Relations objectives

- Work with cross-functional teams and third-party developers to bring strategic products to Apple devices. Specific areas of team focus are Education (Consumer and Institution), Kids, Medical, Accessibility/Special Education, Science, Books, Museums and Reference genres on the App Store

- Build relationships to effectively deliver Apple's message to developers while championing developer needs and issues within Apple

- Cultivate and share mobile industry and competitive landscape knowledge with peers and management, with particular emphasis on the Education, Kids and Medical Apps segment within the App-ecosystem

- Work both independently and in close collaboration with others in Partnership Management, Technology Evangelism, Worldwide Product Marketing, App Store, Engineering, Retail, Education Marketing and Education Sales

- Maintain a high level of business expertise, combined with a strong understanding of the tools and technologies relevant to mobile App development

- Promote the adoption of the iOS software development kit (iPod touch, iPhone, iPad) and other development tools with third-party application developers

- Attend appropriate industry events to stay abreast of segment trends and to capitalize on outreach opportunities

- Clearly communicate approved Apple product and marketing messages where appropriate

Education:

- BS / BA degree required, MS / MA / MBA or equivalent a plus

Apple is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.



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