Business Manager, Office of the COO, Americas at Microsoft

Redmond, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Operations, Financial Management, Business Planning, Operations Management, Strategy, Project Management, Human Resources, Budget Management, Compliance Management, Headcount Planning, Project Portfolio Management, Performance Improvement, Key Performance Indicators, Forecasting, Corporate Governance, Team Leadership

Industry

Software Development

Description

Business Operations Leads development and execution of the Business Applications team rhythm of business (ROB) including weekly LT meeting, All Together meetings, offsites, community meetings, etc. Provides direction for identifying and determining objectives to execute which are in alignment with the goals of the organization. Executes business plans to ensure continuation of business operations at all times, including in adverse conditions, in accordance with corporate governance. Sets best practices for leveraging consolidated information, advocating for business cases, and presents cases to leader and business partners. Leads and oversees processes to ensure alignment across groups. Establishes key performance indicators (KPIs) in alignment with strategy to help streamline business strategy. Works with the organization to establish and report against targets and adjusts targets if necessary. Works in partnership with Finance on the Business Applications team P&L including budget and headcount. Provides forecasting in partnership with the Business Applications leadership team. Identifies actions that can be taken to course-correct and drive performance improvement; anticipates business challenges based on forecasts. Ensures a healthy compliance scorecard for the team/organization. Bachelor's Degree in relevant field (e.g., Liberal Arts, Business Administration, Management, Computer Science) AND 6+ years experience in financial management, business planning, operations management, strategy, project management, human resources, or business-related roles OR equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience leading, managing, and developing and of the following strategic enterprise business management directives: budget management, compliance management and enforcement practices, headcount planning and management, project portfolio management and delivery. 3+ years with mid to large program/project management experience.

Responsibilities

The Business Manager leads the development and execution of the Business Applications team's rhythm of business, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. They oversee processes, establish KPIs, and work with Finance on budget and forecasting.