Director of Procurement

The Microsoft Procurement team is an integral part of the larger Finance Operations (FinOps) organization. Our mission is to deliver business value through proactive global supplier solutions that are innovative, compliant, and cost-effective. As a global team, we support over 100 geographies and facilitate billions of dollars in annual purchases worldwide.

Microsoft Procurement fosters a culture of innovation and operational excellence, offering exceptional career growth opportunities within a rewarding and flexible work environment. This allows you to better integrate your professional and personal life. 

We are seeking a business leader to join our Procurement Solutions function, where you will lead procurement partnerships with business stakeholders within our Engineering organization. Procurement Solutions delivers impact by leveraging corporate supplier strategies to create a business-aligned, compliant supplier ecosystem.

The Director of Procurement will lead a team of Procurement Managers and partner with Engineering senior leadership to develop and execute a robust procurement plan that is aligned to both, the procurement and the business’s strategy and priorities. This is a fantastic opportunity to both deepen your existing knowledge and learn more about one of Microsoft’s businesses in a dynamic environment. A successful Director of Procurement will focus on innovation and continuous improvement. This involves leveraging technology, such as Copilot and AI-supported tools, to propose, develop, and enhance procurement processes, driving better decision-making while upskilling their team. Success in this role requires relationship management and cross-group collaboration. These skills are essential for influencing business decisions and achieving cost savings.

We’re excited to welcome you to our team!

As part of our vibrant hybrid work culture, we ask employees to join us on-site at the beautiful Redmond campus three days a week. It’s a great opportunity to connect  , collaborate, and soak up the energy of our amazing campus community.

Responsibilities

• People Manager Responsibilities: At the heart of Microsoft’s manager philosophy is the belief that managers deliver success through empowerment and accountability. This is achieved by consistently practicing three core habits: 
• Lead a team of Procurement Managers responsible for managing an annual multi-billion dollar indirect spend. This role involves establishing and leading the development of multi-year sourcing strategies and protocols for complex projects and purchasing opportunities in partnership with Engineering
• Integrate business specifications and sourcing strategies into supplier selection processes for strategic purchasing areas. Drive AI solutions and outcome-based contracts.
• Lead cross-functional activities focused on negotiating contracts and costs across various strategic purchasing categories, including technical services, professional services, technology, and more. 
• Drive the execution of strategies for business engagements with corporate leadership, including the Engineering business and finance leadership. 
• Lead category management and preferred supplier strategy in assigned purchasing categories. Oversee supplier activities and ensure progress across strategic accounts and purchasing categories. Collaborate closely with the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) team to identify and capitalize on opportunities within key supplier engagements.
• Establish functional standards and set clear procurement performance expectations. This includes defining key performance indicators (KPIs), developing (or improving) standardized processes and protocols, and ensuring compliance. Additionally, monitor and evaluate procurement activities to ensure alignment with organizational goals and continuous improvement. 
• Negotiate and provide strategic oversight for improving Service Level Agreements (SLAs), defined milestones, deliverables, and Objectives and Key Results (OKRs). Lead partnerships with global Engineering stakeholders and suppliers to identify systematic business threats and determine mitigation strategies. 
• Demonstrate Microsoft values every day – respect, integrity and accountability. 
• Amplify industry trends in sourcing strategies, category management and insights  
• Stand firm on tough decisions: The ability to make and uphold difficult decisions that are in best interest of the organization, even in face of opposition. 
• Makes compelling business cases: The skill to create persuasive and well-reasoned business cases that push for necessary transformations and improvements. 
• Adapt in Change Management: The capability to advocate for and drive transformational changes across procurement and enterprise while ensuring alignment with strategic goals. 
• Balances pace and scale: The agility to implement changes that allow the business to continue operating efficiently and effectively at scale. 
• Demonstrate thought leadership by sharing innovative insights and expertise to establish themselves or our organization as an influential authority in our field. 
• Utilizes AI tools, concepts and use cases in a productive and ethical manner.
• Other 
• Embody our culture and values 

• Model

  Managers Are Expected To:

  They set the tone for high performance, act with integrity, and are accountable for both business results and team well-being.  

• Coach

  Managers Help Teams:

  They cultivate high-performance teams by connecting individual work to broader company goals and encouraging strategic thinking and agility.

• Care

  Managers Are Expected To:

  This includes creating inclusive environments, supporting career development, and building trust through empathy and respect.
• Live Microsoft’s culture
• Embody company values
• Practice leadership principles
• Define clear objectives and outcomes
• Enable success across boundaries
• Foster adaptability and learning
• Attract and retain great people
• Know each individual’s capabilities and aspirations
• Invest in the growth of others

Qualifications

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 9+ years experience in Data Science/Analytics, Finance, Project Management, Supply Chain, and/or Operations OR equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in people management, including leading teams and developing talent OR equivalent experience.
• OR Master's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 7+ years experience in Data Science/Analytics, Finance, Project Management, Supply Chain, and/or Operations OR equivalent experience.

Additional or preferred qualifications

• Experienced and proficient in building relationships, conveys executive presence and has executive presentation experience 
• Corporate communication skills and demonstrated curiosity through growth mindset 
• Ability to collaborate effectively both within Microsoft Procurement and with other teams at Microsoft 
• Analytical skills that enable extracting data from a variety of sources, drawing conclusions and translating those into clear actions 
• Demonstrates business acumen and a keen awareness of business strategies and how Procurement can drive business impact 
• Ability to drive clarity, create energy, and deliver results in a dynamic and ambiguous environments 
• Customer focused, responsive and action oriented, displaying urgency as required to meet business needs 
• Willingness and ability to sell and educate on solutions and policies to a wide range of clients and levels 
• Demonstrated competence in end-to-end financial systems, policies, and functions
• 7-12+ years’ experience in Data Science/Analytics, Finance, Project Management, Supply Chain, and/or Operations

Sourcing and Category Management M6 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $130,900 - $277,200 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 $165,600 - $303,600 per year.  Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay      Microsoft will accept applications for the role until October 8,2025   

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.  We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.

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