Growth And Competitive Strategy Director Job at Microsoft Corporation (Redmond)

Director of Global Growth Strategy and Operations

The Director of Global Growth Strategy & Operations will lead Azure’s regional p...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

130900.00 - 251900.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years product management, strategy consulting, finance, business/corporate development, or related experience OR equivalent experience
12+ years product management, strategy consulting, finance, business/corporate development, or related experience AND Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Computer Science, Economics, Business, or related field OR 8+ years product management, strategy consulting, finance, business/corporate development, or related experience AND Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA) or related field, OR equivalent experience
5+ years people management experience
Demonstrated ownership of complex, global strategies that require cross functional execution and operational scale
Effective analytical and economic intuition, including experience using data to inform pricing, yield, or demand shaping decisions
Executive level communication and influence skills
Experience with cloud infrastructure, platform economics, or capacity constrained environments
Experience designing or operating experimentation frameworks (pricing tests, pilots, optimization loops)
Familiarity with sovereign, government, or regulated cloud environments

Job Responsibility

Own Azure’s global and regional pricing strategy, balancing customer value, competitive dynamics, infrastructure supply constraints, and long‑term return on investment
Lead Azure’s regional yield optimization approach, defining how pricing, offers, and incentives are used to shape demand, improve utilization, and optimize revenue across regions
Partner with data science and economics teams to embed supply‑ and demand‑aware pricing signals into decision‑making, moving beyond static price parity models
Define pricing principles, guardrails, and escalation frameworks that enable speed while protecting strategic and financial objectives
Establish a disciplined experimentation and price optimization motion across regions and sovereign clouds, including test design, success metrics, and learning loops
Drive targeted pricing experiments (e.g., regional differentials, time‑based pricing, capacity‑aligned offers, or SKU constructs) to test elasticity, customer behavior, and yield outcomes
Convert experimental insights into scaled pricing and yield strategies, ensuring learnings are institutionalized rather than one‑off
Partner with product, engineering, and finance teams to ensure experimentation is operationally feasible and financially governed
Lead the end‑to‑end sovereign cloud pricing, yield, and monetization strategy across government and sovereign offerings
Define sovereign value propositions and pricing models that reflect differentiated cost structures, regulatory constraints, and strategic importance

Fulltime

Growth Strategy Director

As a Growth Strategy Director at DEPT®, you are the senior strategic lead and me...

Location

United Kingdom , London, Manchester

Salary:

Not provided

BASIC/DEPT®

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Senior media strategist/media director-level professional with extensive agency experience
Proven track record leading large, complex, and demanding corporate accounts
Strong understanding of how to operate within multi-stakeholder organisations
Full-funnel media expertise with a solid foundation in both digital and traditional media (e.g. digital TV, influencer, creative, brand & performance)
Ability to bridge brand and performance, strategy and execution
Knowledge of crafts beyond media and is capable of briefing and guiding a team of data, creative or tech experts
Excellent stakeholder management skills with strong organisational sensitivity
Persuasive, energetic, and inspiring communicator
Confident presenter to senior client leadership, able to simplify complex strategies
Strong process insight and prioritisation skills

Job Responsibility

Act as the senior media lead and content figurehead for the client, owning the growth narrative and strategic direction
Steer the overall growth strategy agenda, ensuring consistency, quality, and ambition across brand and performance activities
Serve as the primary senior point of contact for growth and media strategy towards the client's senior stakeholders
Be the voice of authority on the methods to drive growth for clients - with the ability to look at client’s business challenges and numbers and navigate a path to growth. Owning areas such as business casing and forecasts
Navigate a complex, client environment with sensitivity, authority, and confidence
Present clear, compelling, and persuasive strategies to senior client management, translating complexity into actionable direction
Balance long-term strategic vision with day-to-day urgency, knowing when to zoom out and when to step in
Take hands-on leadership of large, high-impact campaigns (e.g. international brand moments, sponsorships, World Cup-scale activations)
Ensure strategies are executable, prioritised correctly, and delivered with pace and quality
Act as the link between disciplines, connecting media, creative, influencer, content, brand, and performance teams - both internally and externally

What we offer

A flexible, hybrid working policy (2 days from the office, depending on location)
An excellent salary based on experience and equal pay policies
Pension, free private healthcare, mental health support, and company sick pay scheme
26 days paid holiday (plus UK Bank Holidays)
Refreshments are provided in the office all week, as well as drinks at 4 pm on a Thursday
Help getting you to work with a season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
Enhanced family friendly policies to support new parents
Social and Cultural Events, plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations
Inspirational Talks, bringing the outside in with regular guest speakers and events
Learning and Development, supporting your growth with continuous opportunities to learn and advance

Fulltime

Commercial Finance and Asset Strategy Director - Nonwovens

This role provides end-to-end leadership for commercial finance, asset strategy,...

Location

United States , Toledo

Salary:

Not provided

Owens Corning

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
10+ years of progressive leadership experience across Finance, Commercial, and/or Supply Chain roles
Proven success in large, global, matrixed organizations
Experience leading strategic planning, S&OP, capacity strategy, and capital investment decisions
Demonstrated ability to operate across economic cycles and complex global environments
Strong financial, operational, and commercial acumen
Strong financial and analytical acumen with demonstrated analytical ability accompanied by knowledge of corporate finance and manufacturing costing principles—understands P&L and balance sheet dynamics
Demonstrated ability to teach and communicate in simple, impacting terms and deliver candid insights
Demonstrated ability to manage and control costs—effectively develops business cases and enroll leaders at all levels in taking appropriate action
Demonstrated ability to develop an intimate knowledge of customers, competition, and the market and uses this knowledge to drive customer and product profitability decisions

Job Responsibility

Partner with Business, Sales, and Functional leaders to develop and execute integrated commercial, operational, and financial strategies aligned to enterprise priorities
Translate market, customer, and competitive insights into actionable commercial strategies, capacity plans, and contingency scenarios
Lead long-range planning, annual operating plans, and rolling forecasts, ensuring clear linkage between demand, service strategy, capacity, and financial outcomes
Own scenario modeling, risk assessment, and investment analysis to support pricing, growth initiatives, capacity actions, and capital allocation
Clearly communicate the short- and long-term business narrative to senior leadership and enterprise forums
Engage with product, marketing, and customer teams to understand business drivers and support commercial investments
Own the integrated P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and working capital performance for the business
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across commercial, supply chain, and service activities
Own the SIP governance, including setting SIP targets aligned to business objectives and determining individual sales incentive payouts based on performance results
Ensure strong financial controls, compliance (GAAP, SOX), and asset protection in partnership with Corporate Accounting, Audit, Tax, Legal, and Shared Services

Fulltime

Director of Growth Strategy

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic leader to spearhead our company's gro...

Location

United States , Murray, UT

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in mergers and acquisitions, franchise strategy, or business development
Strong financial and analytical skills with the ability to evaluate opportunities and present strategic recommendations
Excellent relationship-building abilities to engage with franchisees and brand leaders effectively
Demonstrated expertise in managing acquisition processes, from sourcing to negotiation and execution
Ability to collaborate across departments and with external advisors to ensure seamless transactions
Solid understanding of industry trends and competitive dynamics to identify potential growth opportunities
Exceptional communication and presentation skills to convey complex strategies to diverse stakeholders

Job Responsibility

Build and maintain a comprehensive pipeline of acquisition opportunities by proactively researching, networking, and tracking industry trends
Cultivate strong relationships with franchisees to position the company as their preferred buyer when they choose to sell
Establish and strengthen connections with brand leaders to ensure our organization is the go-to partner for acquisition opportunities
Assess acquisition targets for their financial, operational, and strategic compatibility with the company
Develop and deliver detailed strategic recommendations and analyses to executive leadership
Manage key aspects of the deal process, including sourcing opportunities, conducting due diligence, negotiating terms, and drafting letters of intent
Collaborate with internal departments such as Finance, Legal, HR, IT, and Operations, as well as external advisors, to facilitate smooth transaction execution
Monitor industry developments and competitor actions to identify emerging opportunities and potential brands for acquisition

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Director of Growth Strategy

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic leader to spearhead our company's gro...

Location

United States , Murray

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in mergers and acquisitions, franchise strategy, or business development
Strong financial and analytical skills with the ability to evaluate opportunities and present strategic recommendations
Excellent relationship-building abilities to engage with franchisees and brand leaders effectively
Demonstrated expertise in managing acquisition processes, from sourcing to negotiation and execution
Ability to collaborate across departments and with external advisors to ensure seamless transactions
Solid understanding of industry trends and competitive dynamics to identify potential growth opportunities
Exceptional communication and presentation skills to convey complex strategies to diverse stakeholders

Job Responsibility

Build and maintain a comprehensive pipeline of acquisition opportunities by proactively researching, networking, and tracking industry trends
Cultivate strong relationships with franchisees to position the company as their preferred buyer when they choose to sell
Establish and strengthen connections with brand leaders to ensure our organization is the go-to partner for acquisition opportunities
Assess acquisition targets for their financial, operational, and strategic compatibility with the company
Develop and deliver detailed strategic recommendations and analyses to executive leadership
Manage key aspects of the deal process, including sourcing opportunities, conducting due diligence, negotiating terms, and drafting letters of intent
Collaborate with internal departments such as Finance, Legal, HR, IT, and Operations, as well as external advisors, to facilitate smooth transaction execution
Monitor industry developments and competitor actions to identify emerging opportunities and potential brands for acquisition

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
company 401(k) plan

Director of Marketing and Growth

In this role, you’ll play a key client-facing role within the Advisory Practice....

Location

United States , Las Vegas

Salary:

173340.00 - 260010.00 USD / Year

Acquisition.com

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years in marketing with a proven track record of driving growth, ideally including leading or supporting a company through an exit
Leadership experience in building, managing, or developing high-performing marketing teams
Deep expertise across several of the following areas: Managing paid campaigns on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, Google, and other platforms (budgets of $100K–$400K/month)
Tracking and optimizing key performance metrics such as CAC, CPM, and LTV
Customer acquisition, landing page optimization, lead magnets, and funnel design across multiple business models
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, especially when presenting or engaging with founders and business leaders
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment that requires excellence
High emotional intelligence with the ability to influence and build trust quickly
Outstanding analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Job Responsibility

Develop and implement rapid growth strategies for client businesses by identifying marketing constraints and prescribing clear, tactical solutions
Lead Boardroom sessions and live discussions focused on marketing and growth, including real-time problem-solving for client businesses
Demonstrate deep expertise across key marketing disciplines, including paid acquisition, funnels, creative strategy, messaging, and conversion optimization
Create and present frameworks, playbooks, and assets that help clients generate predictable, scalable growth
Partner with internal teams to continuously improve the client experience and delivery quality
Support internal growth projects such as new funnel launches, campaigns, or offer development
Coach and mentor junior advisors and associates on marketing strategy, client management, and execution
Model competitive greatness, sincere candor, and unimpeachable character in every client and team interaction

What we offer

Flexible Unlimited Paid Time Off and Company-wide Holidays
Employer sponsored Medical, Dental, & Vision plans
$1,950 annual Employer HSA contribution
FSA options including dependent care
Employee assistance program and mental health resources
Employer match program for 401(k), eligible for both Traditional and Roth accounts
$1,200 annual wellness reimbursement through JOON that supports health, family care, pet care, fitness, and more!
For local or visiting team members, enjoy access to a state of the art gym at our HQ in Las Vegas

Fulltime

Director of Sales and Growth

In this role, you’ll play a key client-facing role within the Advisory Practice....

Location

United States , Las Vegas

Salary:

173340.00 - 260010.00 USD / Year

Acquisition.com

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years in sales with a proven track record of driving growth, including leading or supporting a company through an exit
Leadership experience in building, managing, or developing high-performing sales teams
Deep expertise across several of the following areas: Sales process design (B2B or B2C)
Sales scripts or presentation development
Business development and lead nurturing
Lead generation (inbound and outbound)
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, especially when presenting or engaging with founders and business leaders
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment that requires excellence
High emotional intelligence with the ability to influence and build trust quickly
Outstanding analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Job Responsibility

Develop and implement rapid growth strategies for client businesses by identifying key constraints and prescribing clear, practical solutions
Lead Boardroom sessions and facilitate live problem-solving with founders to drive tangible outcomes
Demonstrate deep expertise across sales, team development, process design, business development, and lead generation (inbound and outbound)
Build and present playbooks, frameworks, and tools that help clients execute with confidence
Collaborate with internal teams to elevate the client experience and continuously improve program delivery
Partner on internal growth initiatives, including product launches, funnel development, and new offerings
Coach and mentor junior advisors and associates to raise the standard of excellence across the team
Model competitive greatness, sincere candor, and unimpeachable character in every interaction

What we offer

Flexible Unlimited Paid Time Off and Company-wide Holidays
Employer sponsored Medical, Dental, & Vision plans
$1,950 annual Employer HSA contribution
FSA options including dependent care
Employee assistance program and mental health resources
Employer match program for 401(k), eligible for both Traditional and Roth accounts
$1,200 annual wellness reimbursement through JOON that supports health, family care, pet care, fitness, and more
For local or visiting team members, enjoy access to a state of the art gym at our HQ in Las Vegas

Fulltime

Sr. Manager and Director - Security Business Strategy

Microsoft aspires to help our customers achieve their own digital transformation...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

106400.00 - 203600.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, Engineering, or related field AND 4+ years experience in business consulting, sales, sales operations, information technology (IT), account management, business development, marketing, IT field sales, or a related field OR equivalent experience
3+ years experience in in Near Term Strategy (1-2 years out), Management Consulting, or Finance

Job Responsibility

End-to-End Planning Security Business Strategist: Oversees fiscal planning, including sales priorities, solution alignment, territory design, investments, and compensation across all Security Future Growth products
The role leads cross-functional workstreams, develops business insights to resolve field blockers, manages tracking and reporting for security business metrics, and ensures alignment with Account Team Unit priorities for sales and customer engagement
Tech Loop Security Business Strategist: Oversees the end-to-end process of qualifying and prioritizing top product issues gathered from field sellers, partnering with solution play Business Architects and the Customer Success Unit to prioritize and resolve business-critical blockers
This role acts as a technical advisor on competitive, industry, and product-specific matters, manages and refines feedback collection and triage processes, and maintains precise tracking and reporting of blocker impacts on seats, revenue, and engineering timelines
Accountability includes ensuring a closed feedback loop with all stakeholders for transparency and ongoing improvement
Partner Integration and Incubation Security Strategist: Drives global sales execution for third-party integrations with Microsoft Security products, including Security for AI, Agent 365, Sentinel, Security Copilot, and the Security Store
This role develops go-to-market strategies and co-selling initiatives, collaborating with Business Development and Partner teams to set engagement criteria and success metrics
By strategically positioning partner solutions to complement and extend Microsoft’s security offerings, the role helps fill product gaps, delivers measurable customer value, and strengthens Microsoft’s competitive position in the security market
Shared responsibilities for the roles: Strategy Development & Evolution: Leverage Microsoft platform and competitive industry knowledge to partner with Engineering, Product Marketing, Services, Business Development and Partner teams to create a multi-year strategic roadmap of field sales strategy and high value sales motions and customer offerings
Drive Field Sales Model: Own and land field sales and Global Black Belt role design, blueprints, compensation/incentives, scorecard metrics and targets, and field seller readiness curriculum/collateral

Fulltime

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