Global Operations Manager

Overview

Microsoft Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers Microsoft's cloud services and our team is focused on delivering high quality infrastructure to support cloud operations.

As Microsoft’s Cloud business continues to mature, the acquisition and development of our owned, designed and constructed Data Center facilities will scale to meet the demands of our customers.

Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO+I) will be developing and executing strategies to deliver owned and developed sites alongside our leasing team, to scale our business into the future.

The Infrastructure Planning & Acquisition (IPA) team is responsible for the acquisition and planning of Data Center Infrastructure needed to build out Microsoft’s cloud infrastructure.

As part of IPA, the Land Acquisition Team is responsible for the delivery and pre-positioning of Data Center real estate needed to build out Microsoft’s cloud infrastructure.

As an Global Operations Manager, you will be based in the United States, reporting to the Global Land Acquisition Operations Senior Manager and will be responsible for supporting day-to-day operations and execution, reviewing, and delivering rhythm of the business (ROB) activities, and recommending process improvements.

By collaborating closely with Land Acquisition Managers and Land Project Managers, you’ll evaluate and improve existing processes to achieve greater business results.

This opportunity will allow you to further develop cross-functional team leadership, business analysis, and hone your skills in influencing others.

Do you want to empower billions across the world? Come and join us in CO+I and be at the forefront of the action!

• This role is located either in one or all hub locations - Atlanta, GA, Washington, D.C., Redmond, WA, San Antonio, TX or Phoenix, AZ.
• Relocation support will be provided, and successful candidates will need to relocate or reside within 50 miles of the hub office location.
• This role is eligible for hybrid or remote work, up to 50%.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals.

Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

Our Team culture is one of inclusion and excellence, where every voice is heard, and every idea matters. Let's accelerate together towards a brighter future in the cloud computing landscape.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

5+ years portfolio management, real estate, or office management experienceOR Bachelor's Degree or degree equivalent in Business Management, Real Estate, Project Management, or related field AND 3+ years portfolio management, real estate, or office management experienceOR equivalent experience.

Other Requirements :

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and / or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings :

Microsoft Cloud Background Check : This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire / transfer and every two years thereafter.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Business management of cross functional organizations
• Knowledge of the real estate acquisition process.
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, internet applications.
• Ability to effectively communicate internal process requirements to various audiences (e.g., internal, and external stakeholders).
• A track record of coordinating high quality projects in an atmosphere where speed, flexibility, frugality, and heavy workload are the expected norm.
• Previous experience as a project or program manager leading cross-functional teams.
• Lean, Business Process Management Professional, Project Management Professional, Change Management (e.g., Prosci), Six Sigma, and / or Agile certifications.

Real Estate Portfolio Management IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $94,600 - $183,800 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 $122,000 - $200,500 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here :

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until July 8, 2024.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to cross-team projects as needed to meet the changing business environment and manage business needs.
• Help in managing the team’s rhythm of the business (ROB) activities and deliverables.
• Identify and scope opportunities to develop new projects or programs and improve current ones.
• Monthly Status Reports
• Support the development of content for internal communications and communicate relevant information to the organization as required.
• Global Team building Programs
• Help coordinate an ever-changing variety of internal initiatives and projects.
• Continue to build a culture of speed, flexibility, and innovation with all business partners.
• Closely collaborate with other internal teams such as operations, legal, finance, treasury, tax and risk assessment to help deliver highly successful projects.
• Collect and evaluate success criteria and performance metrics.

Other

Embody our and

Benefits / perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.

Industry leading healthcareEducational resourcesDiscounts on products and servicesSavings and investmentsMaternity and paternity leaveGenerous time awayGiving programsOpportunities to network and connect