About this role
Imagine what you could do here! The people here at Apple don’t just create products — they build 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. At Apple, inclusion is a shared responsibility, and we work together to foster a culture where everyone belongs and is inspired to do their best work. We’re a diverse collective of thinkers and doers, continuously reimagining our products and practices to help people do what they love in new ways. That innovation is inspired by a shared commitment to great work and to each other. Learning from our people here means we're learning from the best!
The Market Analyst will serve as the strategic voice for retail market intelligence across Apple's global real estate portfolio — translating macroeconomic data, demographic trends and competitive dynamics into the strategic insight that shapes where and how Apple invests in its retail presence. This person owns Apple's market-level forecasting, drives country and metro-level performance analysis, and serves as a senior cross-functional partner to Real Estate, Finance and Analytics teams.
Lead country-level and metro-level performance analysis, identifying trends, risks and opportunities across the global fleet
Produce market forecasts, providing the market intelligence layer that informs real estate prioritization and capital allocation
Drive market expansion analysis — identifying, sizing and evaluating new store opportunities across AMR, APAC and EMEIA
Partner with Finance teams to build and maintain the Metro P&L, ensuring market analysis is grounded in commercial and financial reality
Synthesize macroeconomic, demographic and competitive data — including regression analysis — into clear, strategic narratives for leadership and cross-functional audiences
Contribute the market intelligence perspective to the five-year strategic roadmap and executive-level real estate strategy
Minimum Qualifications
10+ years of experience in market analysis, macroeconomic research, strategy at a major retailer, top-tier consulting firm, investment bank or technology company
Strong quantitative foundation — proficiency in economic and market modeling, experience with statistical and regression analysis, and comfortable working with large, complex datasets from multiple sources
Demonstrated hypothesis-driven problem solving orientation with exceptional ability to create grounded and structured analyses from disparate sources of information
Ability to simplify complex issues and topics; convincingly structuring the delivery of content in written, oral and formal presentation for senior and executive audiences
Experience working cross-functionally with finance, strategy or real estate teams
Bachelor's degree
Preferred Qualifications
12+ years of experience in market analysis, economic research or strategy with increasing seniority and scope
Proficiency in SQL, Python or similar for data analysis
MBA or equivalent advanced degree
Experience in retail real estate, site selection or market entry strategy
Familiarity with GIS and spatial analysis tools
Track record of influencing senior investment or expansion decisions through market intelligence