Sr Director Business Development

Microsoft • San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

Define and execute business development strategies for high-priority areas within the Consumer / MAI business but with the ability to flex into areas such as Azure Core, m365, Edge and more. Lead negotiations for the largest and most complex deals, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives. Manage a team of 4+ business development professionals, providing mentorship and career development. Foster a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Liberal Arts, Sciences, or related field AND 12+ years relevant work experience (e.g., investment banking, consulting, finance, marketing, corporate strategy, sales, venture capital, legal, business development, product management, project management, software development, or related field)
• 5+ years people management experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Liberal Arts, Sciences, or related field AND 14+ years relevant work experience (e.g., investment banking, consulting, finance, marketing, corporate strategy, sales, venture capital, legal, business development, product management, project management, software development, or related field) OR Master's/Advanced Degree in Business, Sciences, or related field AND 12+ years relevant work experience (e.g., investment banking, consulting, finance, marketing, corporate strategy, sales, venture capital, legal, business development, product management, project management, software development, or related field) OR equivalent experience.
• 10+ years experience in the technology industry or in a related industry OR in a technical role (e.g., IT, Engineering, cloud platforms, digital transformation, capabilities, solutions).

Responsibilities

• Define and execute business development strategies
• Lead negotiations for the largest and most complex deals
• Manage a team of 4+ business development professionals
• Provide mentorship and career development
• Foster a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement
• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with strategic partners, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees