OverviewWe are seeking a strategic and execution-oriented leader to serve as Director AI Procurement AMERS, responsible for leading procurement execution across both Build and Lease datacenter delivery models throughout the Americas region. This leader will oversee a high-performing team managing complex, fast-paced procurement operations supporting AI and Commercial Cloud growth.
This role requires a unique blend of strategic thinking, operational rigor, supplier engagement, cross-functional partnership, and executive communication. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, drives clarity through data and governance, and can lead teams through rapid scale and evolving business priorities.
This role is located either in one or all hub locations - Atlanta, GA, Redmond, WA, San Antonio, TX or Phoenix, AZ. Relocation support will be provided, and successful candidates must relocate or reside within 50 miles of the hub office location. This role is eligible for hybrid work.
ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities Portfolio Leadership & Execution - Lead procurement execution across the Americas datacenter portfolio spanning both Build and Lease delivery models.
- Drive predictable execution of procurement milestones aligned to Ready for Service (RFS), RNI, and overall capacity delivery objectives.
- Oversee procurement operations supporting critical datacenter integration categories
- Ensure procurement activities are proactively managed to mitigate schedule, supply, commercial, and execution risks.
Cross-Functional Partnership - Partner closely with Engineering, Construction, Project Controls, Commissioning, Finance, Legal, and Category Management teams.
- Build strong operating rhythms with stakeholders to enable early risk identification, issue resolution, and rapid decision-making.
- Drive accountability across complex dependency chains involving lessors, EPCs, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Supplier & Commercial Management - Support strategic supplier engagement and escalation management across key OEMs, distributors, and integration partners.
- Drive supplier performance improvements focused on On-Time Delivery (OTD), Quality, Responsiveness , Capacity readiness, Forecast alignment
- Partner with category teams on sourcing strategies, capacity planning, and commercial negotiations.
Operational Excellence - Lead KPI and ROB (Rhythm of Business) management for the Americas procurement organization.
- Utilize dashboards and data-driven insights to manage procurement health, predictability, cycle times, spend, and delivery performance.
- Drive process standardization and continuous improvement initiatives that improve scalability and execution consistency.
- Champion AI-enabled workflows, automation, and operational transformation opportunities across procurement operations.
Leadership & Team Development - Lead and develop a high-performing regional procurement team in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
- Foster a culture of accountability, agility, inclusion, collaboration, and customer obsession.
- Coach team members to balance strategic thinking with disciplined operational execution.
- Create clarity and alignment during periods of rapid change and business acceleration
QualificationsRequired/minimum qualifications
- Master's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 5+ years experience in data science/analytics, finance, project management, supply chain, and/or operation
- OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 7+ years experience in data science/analytics, finance, project management, supply chain, and/or operation
- OR equivalent experience.
Background Check 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
Additional or preferred qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 12+ years experience in data science/analytics, finance, project management, supply chain, and/or operation
- OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 15+ years experience in data science/analytics, finance, project management, supply chain, and/or operation
- OR equivalent experience.
- MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, construction, infrastructure delivery, or related operational leadership roles.
- Experience managing complex supplier ecosystems and large-scale capital or infrastructure programs.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and stakeholders across matrixed organizations.
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proven ability to manage ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and execute in fast-paced environments.
- Experience leveraging data, KPIs, and dashboards to drive operational performance.
- Familiarity with Lease and Build delivery models.
- Experience working with ERP and procurement systems such as SAP, Ariba, Power BI, or similar tools.
- Experience leading operational transformation or AI-enabled workflow initiatives.
- Creative problem-solving, analytical skills to drive keen insights and collaboration across global teams within and outside the organization.
- 5+ years people management experience.
Sourcing and Category Management M6 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $130,900.00 - $277,200.00 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 $165,600.00 - $303,600.00 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
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
