Innovation Manager

Company: Apple Inc.
Location: San Jose
Posted on: November 12, 2024

Job Description:

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. The people here at Apple don't just create products - they create the kind of wonder that's revolutionized entire industries. It's the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple and help us leave the world better than we found it.In RE&D, we don't sit back and let things happen, we make things happen, and we do this in service to all Apple employees and customers. Our team is a diverse and nimble group that manages Apple's workplaces and workplace services. We develop and handle Apple's global real estate portfolio, lead all related capital construction projects, provide outstanding facilities and site services, develop and lead sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of all Apple facilities, including renewable energy and commute programs, and do everything we can to ensure the health and safety of all Apple team members, facilities, and customers in our spaces around the world.DescriptionThe Global Architecture and Design Team, part of the Real Estate and Development organization is seeking an Innovation Manager to spearhead innovation initiatives within our organization, focusing on developing and implementing standards for finish materials, architectural design, lighting systems, and furniture systems. Your role will be to enhance aesthetics, performance, functionality, and sustainability while driving creativity and consistency across all workplace and corporate facilities.Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic innovation initiatives for architectural components, materials, systems, space types, lighting, and furniture; lead and motivate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with these strategies.
• Continuously research industry trends, emerging technologies, regulations, and best practices; drive innovation in finish materials and ensure sustainability principles are integrated into all innovation initiatives.
• Collaborate with teams to develop and refine comprehensive standards; engage with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders to educate and foster alignment with innovation strategies.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of innovation strategies and best practices.Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Industrial Design, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ Years of proven design/R&D management, product development, architecture, construction or related industry experience leading cross-functional teams in Architectural materials and systems development, encompassing research and design to prototyping and testing.
• Strong background in materials science, with a focus on finish materials, extensive technical knowledge of construction materials and systems.
• Proficient in design (CAD/Revit), presentation, rendering, MacOS or Microsoft tools.
• Experience in developing comprehensive documentation packages with excellent verbal, written, presentation skills.Preferred Qualifications
  • Deep expertise in architectural design, lighting, and furniture trends.
  • Knowledge of sustainability principles and practices in architectural design and construction.
  • Demonstrated experience in all stages of validation prototyping from design through production.
  • Demonstrated experience in new product introduction.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing standards for materials, design, or related areas.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
  • Proven track record of collaborating with external partners, suppliers, and manufacturers.
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