Strategy Analytics Program Manager

Microsoft•Redmond, WA

About The Position

Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) is the team behind one of the world’s largest cloud infrastructures, responsible for powering all Microsoft online Products and Services as well as powering Microsoft’s “Cloud First” mission. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering a trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide. The CO+I Strategy + Planning team is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Strategy Analytics Program Manager to join our team. As a Strategy Analyst within the Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) organization, you will lead cross-functional initiatives that shape the strategic direction of the business. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, operational rigor, and program execution. You will partner closely with senior leadership to drive clarity, alignment, and measurable impact across high-priority initiatives. This dynamic role requires agility to pivot between new initiatives and hand off operationalized work to functional leaders. The ideal candidate demonstrates high business acumen, is detail-oriented, and excels at managing complex, cross-functional programs from inception to delivery.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Mathematics, Analytics, Engineering, Computer Science, Marketing, Business, Economics or related field AND 4+ years experience in data analysis and reporting, business intelligence, or business and financial analysis
OR Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Finance, Mathematics, Analytics, Engineering, Computer Science, Marketing, Business, Economics or related field AND 6+ years experience in data analysis and reporting, business intelligence, or business and financial analysis
OR equivalent experience.
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role.
Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Nice To Haves

12+ years of experience in business strategy, business analytics, program management
12+ years in cloud infrastructure, operations, or management consulting
MBA or equivalent graduate degree or work experience
Experience in a global matrixed organization.
Proven track record of leading cross-functional initiatives with executive visibility.
Effective analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to synthesize data into insights.
Excellent communication and storytelling skills, both written and verbal.
Experience with strategic frameworks (e.g., SWOT, OKRs, Porter’s Five Forces)

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Execution: Develop and drive multi-year strategic plans aligned with CO+I’s business goals. Translate vision into actionable roadmaps and OKRs.
Program Leadership and Analytics: Lead complex, cross-functional programs from inception through execution. Ensure alignment across stakeholders and deliver measurable outcomes.
Market & Competitive Analysis: Conduct research to inform strategic decisions, identify risks and opportunities, and guide prioritization. Drives evaluation of CO+I strategic alternatives (e.g., buy, build, partner) and acquisition alternatives. Ensures strategic roadmap, go-to-market, integration plans, and related issues are considered. Applies expertise in multiple aspects of the business to proactively identify and address business concerns including the trajectory and impact of external trends on the business.
Executive Briefings: Create and present strategy papers, business cases, and executive briefings. Distill complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives. Communicates and advocates insights to senior business leaders (e.g., Senior Directors, GM-level, CVP) and conveys viewpoints through written documents (e.g., memos, reports) and influence models (e.g., meetings, presentations)
Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance organizational agility and decision-making.
Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders. Facilitate alignment across engineering, operations, finance, and partner teams. Takes measures to determine scope and impact to develop appropriate solutions and includes key stakeholders in scoping process. Engages with and understands business stakeholder needs and determines relevant deliverables that drive business insights enabling business decisions.

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