Business Planner at Microsoft

Redmond, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Mar, 26

Salary

169800.0

Posted On

21 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product Management, Strategy Consulting, Finance, Business Development, Operational Processes, Pricing Strategies, Launch Planning, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Compliance, Billing Deployment, Project Support, Tactical Execution, Commerce Accuracy, Process Execution, Customer Engagement, Sovereign Cloud

Industry

Software Development

Description

Overview The Business Planner for the Sovereign Cloud will focus exclusively on tactical tasks supporting Microsoft’s Sovereign offerings. This planner is responsible for executing operational processes and providing hands-on assistance in day-to-day activities, with limited strategic planning. As needed, the planner will partner cross-functionally to execute on in-flight initiatives that shape how customers engage with Microsoft’s Sovereign Cloud portfolio. To meet compliance requirements all applicants must be U.S. citizens. Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day. Responsibilities Assist with the implementation of pricing and packaging strategies for sovereign regions and products. Manage end-to-end launch planning for new regions and offerings through detailed process execution. Coordinate with engineering and finance teams to ensure requirements are met, following established procedures. Maintain operational readiness for transactability and commerce accuracy through routine checks and updates. Execute tasks related to the deployment of billing meters and set up post-launch processes for new region launches. Support ad-hoc projects focused on sovereign cloud growth and compliance, strictly within tactical guidelines. Embody our culture and values. Qualifications Required/minimum qualifications 3+ years product management, strategy consulting, finance, business/corporate development, or related experience OR equivalent experience. Additional or preferred qualifications 5+ years product management, strategy consulting, finance, business/corporate development, or related experience AND Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Computer Science, Economics, Business, or related field OR 3+ years product management, strategy consulting, finance, business/corporate development, or related experience AND Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA), or related field OR equivalent experience. Business Planning IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $85,100 - $169,800 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $112,000 - $185,300 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

Responsibilities

The Business Planner will assist with pricing and packaging strategies, manage launch planning for new regions, and ensure operational readiness. They will also support ad-hoc projects focused on sovereign cloud growth and compliance.