Senior Business Manager

Senior Business Manager | Microsoft Careers Skip to main content Microsoft Careers Careers Careers Search Search jobs Sign in Single PositionView All JobsSenior Business ManagerUnited States, Washington, RedmondApply nowAdd to cartFind out how well you match with this jobUpload your resumeJob descriptionCompany and benefitsJob number200044323Date postedJul 20, 2026Work site3 days / week in-officeTravelLess than 25%ProfessionBusiness OperationsDisciplineBusiness ManagementRole typeIndividual ContributorEmployment typeFull-TimeOverviewMicrosoft’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. Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers Microsoft’s core cloud platforms and services that millions of people use every day. With more than 95% of Fortune 500 business on Azure, 180+ million using Office 365, and millions using other services – all running on Microsoft's cloud infrastructure – CO+I builds and operates the foundation upon which Microsoft’s mission to empower every person and organization comes to life.  Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering a trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide. We are looking for a passionate, high-energy individual to help build the network that powers the world’s largest online services. We are looking for a Senior Business Manager to own the Datacenter Engineering, Procurement, & Construction (EPC) Leadership team Operating Rhythm, Financial & Headcount Management, Strategy Development and Execution, and Special Projects. This is a high-impact role for someone with sharp financial acumen, a strategic and business-minded orientation, and a strong bias for action.  ResponsibilitiesResource Planning & Headcount Management Partner with EPC Leadership team, finance, and hiring managers to manage headcount and organizational changes, including new hires, backfills, and attrition, ensuring alignment with approved budgets Lead headcount tracking and reporting, maintaining up-to-date records of current and planned headcount across teams  Financial Planning & Budget Management  Own and manage the organization's budget planning and forecasting processes, partnering with finance to ensure accuracy and alignment with business goals  Monitor budget performance on an ongoing basis, tracking actuals vs. plan and flagging variances with actionable recommendations  Business Management & Operations  Own and drive efficiency into the organization rhythm of business Partner with a Leadership team to develop a strategic roadmap and track progress against initiatives Own organizational communications Drive OKR development, tracking, and management across the organization Special Project/Programs and Initiatives Manages cross-team projects as needed to meet the changing business environment and business needs. Engages projects/programs while executing aspects of projects/programs for larger areas, including work on strategic efforts that require hands-on experience which may be across multiple disciplines.Other ResponsibilitiesEmbody our Culture and Values QualificationsRequired/minimum qualificationsBachelor's Degree in relevant field (e.g., Liberal Arts, Business Administration, Management, Computer Science) AND 4+ years experience in financial management, business planning, operations management, strategy, project management, human resources, or business-related rolesOR equivalent experience.Background Check Requirements: Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These...