Product Marketing Manager at Microsoft

Redmond, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 May, 26

Salary

203600.0

Posted On

28 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Audience Strategy, Messaging, Positioning, Go-to-Market Execution, Content Development, Field Enablement, Partner Enablement, Performance Measurement, Storytelling, Executive Communication, Data-Driven Mindset, Behavioral Insights, AI Journey Acceleration, Operations Leadership Engagement

Industry

Software Development

Description

Overview Are you energized by the opportunity to shape how Microsoft engages with senior operations leaders across industries? Are you excited about helping customers explore how AI can transform the operations function? We are seeking a strategic and customer-obsessed Product Marketing Manager to lead Business Decision Maker (BDM) audience marketing for Operations Leadership (Chief Operating Officer) across Manufacturing, Mobility, Energy, Consumer Goods, and Retail. This cross-segment role reports into the Industrial Marketing team and plays a pivotal part in positioning Microsoft as the trusted partner for frontier firms—those pushing the boundaries of innovation and operational excellence. Agentic AI is already transforming industries, and we want to help key functions understand the specific relevance of agents in the context of their daily work. Operations leaders are a priority audience, with concerns that cross industry boundaries. In this role, you will have a unique opportunity to explore how we can reach this audience with the right messages to accelerate their AI journey. You’ll join a high-impact team at the intersection of product innovation, industry expertise, and audience insight. Your work will help define how Microsoft empowers operations decision makers to lead with agility, resilience, and sustainability, amplified by the transformative potential of agentic AI. From crafting compelling narratives to orchestrating go-to-market strategies, you’ll drive engagement with our most strategic customers and accelerate their journey toward intelligent operations. Responsibilities Audience Strategy & Insights: Builds understanding of operations BDM personas (e.g., Chief Operating Officer, VP of Operations, VP of Business Transformation) across industries. Leverage behavioral signals, industry trends, and role-based insights to shape strategy. Messaging & Positioning: Develop compelling narratives that communicate Microsoft’s differentiated value in enabling resilient, intelligent, and sustainable operations. Tailor messaging to industry-specific challenges and transformation levers. Go-to-Market Execution: Partner with integrated marketing, engineering, and field teams to launch campaigns and content that drive awareness, engagement, and pipeline growth across segments. Work across industry-specific marketing initiatives to identify where and how to reach the operations BDM audience. Content Development: Lead the creation of persona-based assets including solution plays, customer stories, executive presentations, and thought leadership tailored to operations leaders in each vertical. Field & Partner Enablement: Equip field sellers and partners with messaging frameworks, pitch decks, and customer engagement tools that reflect the priorities of operations leaders across industries. Performance Measurement: Track engagement across the Manufacturing Marketing Account List (MAL), Azure Target Account List (TAL), and other segment-specific lists. Optimize based on Highly Engaged (HE) seller recommendations and campaign performance. Other: Embody our Culture & Values . Qualifications Required/minimum qualifications Master's Degree in in Marketing, Computer Science, Business or related field AND 3+ years experience in business OR Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Computer Science, Business or related field AND 5+ years experience in business OR equivalent experience. 1yr+ Experience engaging with operations or manufacturing-related audiences. Additional or preferred qualifications Master's Degree in Marketing, Computer Science, Business or related field AND 6+ years experience in business OR Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Computer Science, Business or related field AND 8+ years experience in business OR equivalent experience. Experience in storytelling and executive communication skills Proven ability to collaborate across marketing, engineering, and sales Data-driven mindset with experience using behavioral insights to inform strategy Product Marketing IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $106,400 - $203,600 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 $137,600 - $222,600 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

This role involves shaping audience marketing strategies for Operations Leadership (like COOs) across multiple industries, focusing on how AI can transform their functions. Key duties include developing compelling narratives, executing go-to-market strategies, creating persona-based assets, and enabling field teams.