Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Microsoft is a technology company whose Customer and Partner Solutions organization helps customers realize value from their technology investments. The Technical Program Manager will lead workforce strategy, vendor governance, capacity planning, financial management, analytics, and operational readiness for the Cloud Accelerate Factory vendor ecosystem. The role will drive scalable delivery operations, vendor performance, workforce productivity, and continuous improvement across a global organization.
Responsibilities
- Define and drive the strategy, operating model, and execution framework for the Cloud Accelerate Factory (CAF) vendor ecosystem
- Lead end-to-end business management of a global vendor workforce of 1,500+ delivery resources, ensuring alignment to organizational priorities and growth objectives
- Develop long-term workforce, capacity, and investment strategies that support scalable delivery operations and customer demand
- Translate business goals into actionable operational plans, measurable outcomes, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Lead complex, cross-functional programs that improve delivery scalability, workforce readiness, operational efficiency, and business performance
- Drive execution of workforce planning, onboarding, skilling, certification, and capacity ramp programs to support evolving customer and business requirements
- Establish and maintain governance processes, operating rhythms, and execution mechanisms to ensure consistent delivery outcomes
- Identify operational risks, dependencies, and constraints, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure program success
- Own demand forecasting, workforce planning, and capacity management strategies across the Factory ecosystem
- Develop scalable models to balance delivery demand, workforce supply, utilization, quality, and operating costs
- Optimize resource allocation decisions using data-driven insights to improve delivery effectiveness, productivity, and readiness
- Monitor workforce trends and proactively adjust capacity plans to support future business growth
- Lead strategic relationships with vendor partners, driving performance, accountability, and continuous improvement across the delivery ecosystem
- Establish vendor governance frameworks, service-level agreements (SLAs), quality controls, and performance management processes
- Partner with vendor executives and internal stakeholders to improve operational performance, workforce capability, and delivery quality
- Drive escalation management, compliance, and operational reviews to ensure contractual commitments and business objectives are met
- Own vendor-related financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, spend optimization, and business performance reporting
- Manage workforce investments and operational expenditures while balancing scalability, productivity, and financial objectives
- Deliver executive-level insights and recommendations through analysis of utilization, workforce performance, capacity trends, quality metrics, and financial outcomes
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, cost effectiveness, and return on investment
- Leverage data, analytics, and reporting to drive strategic decision-making and operational planning
- Develop forecasting models and performance dashboards that provide visibility into workforce readiness, capacity utilization, vendor performance, and business health
- Use quantitative analysis to identify trends, risks, optimization opportunities, and operational improvement initiatives
- Drive adoption of automation, AI-driven insights, and scalable processes to improve planning accuracy and operational efficiency
- Partner with leadership, Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Delivery Management, and strategic vendor partners to achieve business objectives
- Influence decision-making across multiple organizations by providing strategic recommendations supported by data and business insights
- Build alignment across stakeholders to drive execution of workforce, capacity, operational, and financial priorities
- Communicate program progress, risks, business outcomes, and strategic recommendations to senior leaders and executive stakeholders
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that increase workforce productivity, delivery quality, scalability, and customer outcomes
- Standardize processes, governance models, and operational practices across the Factory ecosystem
- Champion innovation and automation opportunities that improve operational effectiveness and business agility
- Foster a culture of accountability, inclusion, learning, and operational excellence while supporting Microsoft's values and growth mindset
- Embody our culture and values
Skills
- Bachelor's Degree AND 4+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience
- 2+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, Liberal Arts, or related field AND 7+ years experience in cloud architecture, AI, data platforms, business applications, Copilot, security, application modernization, infrastructure, agentic solutions, and/or technical solution architecture, information technology (IT) consulting/support, systems administration, network operations, software development/support, technology solutions, practice development, architecture, and/or consulting OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or related field AND 6+ years experience in cloud architecture, AI, data platforms, business applications, Copilot, security, application modernization, infrastructure, agentic solutions, and/or technical solution architecture, information technology (IT) consulting/support, systems administration, network operations, software development/support, technology solutions, practice development, architecture, and/or consulting OR equivalent experience
- 5+ years experience working in a customer-facing role (e.g., internal and/or external)
- 5+ years experience in delivery of projects, delivery strategy, or delivery management functions
- Technical Certification in cloud, Azure, AI, data, business applications, Copilot, security, application modernization, infrastructure, agentic solutions, or related technologies, such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, or security certifications
- Proven experience in business strategy, project management, and data analysis
- Strong understanding of the Microsoft/Vendor relationship and its unique challenges and opportunities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, global environment
- Proficiency in data analytics tools and software
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
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