Supplier Account Group Manager at Microsoft

Redmond, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Feb, 26

Salary

203600.0

Posted On

21 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supplier Management, Risk Mitigation, Stakeholder Management, Contract Management, Data Science, Analytics, Project Management, Operations, Leadership, Communication, Negotiation, Continuous Improvement, Strategic Initiatives, Diversity, Sustainability, Influence

Industry

Software Development

Description

- Use judgment, subject matter expertise, and proven methodologies to minimize risk and business impact. - Demonstrate through effective measurement and performance systems that Managed Suppliers continue to be our most trusted, capable & compliant suppliers to deliver business outcomes faster & with greater quality. - Lead and manage high complexity multi-faceted supplier relationships partnering with our sales executives, alliance leaders driving the 360 perspective landing and accelerating sales/go to market opportunities while driving supplier accountability. - Provide leadership and proactive management of stakeholder relationships, both internal and with suppliers. Proactively recognize business and supplier issues, provide advice and risk mitigation strategies to internal customers regarding supplier matters, offer counsel, guidance, and interpretation during all stages of the supplier life cycle and ensure leadership is appropriately briefed on all significant terms and risks. - Act as a thought leader to drive continuous improvement to our Supplier Relationship Management processes and tools. - Partner and land key company strategic initiatives and goals through our Managed Suppliers including diversity, sustainability and trust. Required/Minimum Qualifications - Master's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 5+ years experience in Data Science/Analytics, Finance, Project Management, Supply Chain, and/or Operations - OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 6+ years experience in Data Science/Analytics, Finance, Project Management, Supply Chain, and/or Operations - OR equivalent experience. - 4+ years of procurement and/or supplier management experience - 2+ years of contract management/negotiation experience Additional or Preferred Qualifications - Demonstrated experience in providing strategic and thought leadership in the discipline of supplier relationship management. - Ability to communicate information proactively/effectively, create effective Program stories of impact, able to evangelize and influence across multiple audiences and at all levels in the organization. - Ability to persuade, lead and motivate others through indirect influence. - Experience managing executive escalations from initiation to settlement. Sourcing and Category Management IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $116,900 - $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 $148,400 - $222,600 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.

Responsibilities

The Supplier Account Group Manager will lead and manage complex supplier relationships, ensuring that suppliers meet performance standards and drive business outcomes. They will also provide proactive management of stakeholder relationships and offer risk mitigation strategies throughout the supplier life cycle.