Senior Director, Strategic Planning

Microsoft•Redmond, WA

About The Position

Shape and execute global strategy by defining multi-year growth roadmaps for Lease, anticipating future business needs, industry trends, and emerging technologies. Lead cross-functional alignment by engaging senior stakeholders across Finance, Engineering, Site Acquisition, Sustainability, and Operations ensuring decisions reflect holistic business priorities. Optimize portfolio performance by balancing supply optionality with evolving demand signals, enabling resource allocation strategies that maximize efficiency and profitability. Leverage advanced analytics to synthesize business intelligence, market intelligence, and historical trends, informing critical decision points and shaping future growth strategies. Establish governance and rigor by maintaining accurate supply health and market intelligence inventories to support forecasting, scenario planning, and executive reporting. Own fiscal accountability by managing changes to the Plan of Record (POR), ensuring demand adjustments align with performance metrics and strategic imperatives. Develop regional strategies for AMER, EMEA, and APAC that align with global objectives, driving consistency while adapting to local market dynamics. Drive operational excellence through process improvements, automation, and governance programs to enhance planning efficiency and accuracy. Simplify complex business decisions into clear, actionable concepts for diverse audiences, including senior leadership. Communicate effectively at all levels, demonstrating impact and influence across multiple organizations and stakeholder groups. Lead multiple large-scale initiatives simultaneously, balancing technical leadership with strong business judgment. Build and inspire a diverse, high-performing team, fostering a culture of inclusion, trust, and psychological safety. Invest in team growth through career development plans, actionable feedback, and stretch assignments, preparing future leaders for expanded scope.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree AND 6+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development
1+ years people management experience.
3+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
Bachelor's Degree AND 10+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, OR product development OR equivalent experience.
2+ years of datacenter domain experience or related infrastructure planning expertise.
8+ years managing complex, cross-functional projects across global teams.
Deep expertise in business strategy, market development, and financial modeling with strong 360-degree strategic thinking.
Proven ability to influence and drive results in highly ambiguous environments, including executive-level negotiations and partnership development.
Track record of achieving results amid ambiguity, demonstrating adaptability and resilience.
Experience creating end-to-end customer experiences, driving technology services that enable new growth opportunities and innovative business models.
Motivation, creativity, adaptability, unquestionable ethics, and a bias toward data-driven decision-making.
Positive attitude and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

7+ years of people management experience, including coaching, talent development, and building inclusive, high-performing teams.
Demonstrated success leading large-scale, cross-functional initiatives with enterprise impact.
Advanced skills in data analysis, reporting, and business modeling, with proven ability to translate insights into strategic decisions.
Outstanding ability to simplify complex concepts, communicate effectively at all levels, and influence senior stakeholders.
High integrity, transparency, and ability to build trust across diverse teams and organizations.
Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and business intelligence tools.

Responsibilities

Shape and execute global strategy by defining multi-year growth roadmaps for Lease, anticipating future business needs, industry trends, and emerging technologies.
Lead cross-functional alignment by engaging senior stakeholders across Finance, Engineering, Site Acquisition, Sustainability, and Operations ensuring decisions reflect holistic business priorities.
Optimize portfolio performance by balancing supply optionality with evolving demand signals, enabling resource allocation strategies that maximize efficiency and profitability.
Leverage advanced analytics to synthesize business intelligence, market intelligence, and historical trends, informing critical decision points and shaping future growth strategies.
Establish governance and rigor by maintaining accurate supply health and market intelligence inventories to support forecasting, scenario planning, and executive reporting.
Own fiscal accountability by managing changes to the Plan of Record (POR), ensuring demand adjustments align with performance metrics and strategic imperatives.
Develop regional strategies for AMER, EMEA, and APAC that align with global objectives, driving consistency while adapting to local market dynamics.
Drive operational excellence through process improvements, automation, and governance programs to enhance planning efficiency and accuracy.
Simplify complex business decisions into clear, actionable concepts for diverse audiences, including senior leadership.
Communicate effectively at all levels, demonstrating impact and influence across multiple organizations and stakeholder groups.
Lead multiple large-scale initiatives simultaneously, balancing technical leadership with strong business judgment.
Build and inspire a diverse, high-performing team, fostering a culture of inclusion, trust, and psychological safety.
Invest in team growth through career development plans, actionable feedback, and stretch assignments, preparing future leaders for expanded scope.