Gartner

Sr Principal Analyst, Microsoft

Gartner$105K — $140K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-8 years of experience in Microsoft enterprise software licensing and contracting.
  • Understanding of Microsoft corporate strategy and go-to-market approaches.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft volume licensing programs like EA, SCE, and CSP.
  • Expertise in contract management and optimization.
  • Strong analytical skills in software licensing and cost modeling.
  • Dynamic presentation skills for engaging clients at all levels.
  • Organizational and time management skills for tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

  • Execute contract optimization client engagements focusing on Microsoft solutions.
  • Provide technical and analytical components to advise clients effectively.
  • Contribute to practice improvement by collaborating with international team members.
  • Analyze software deployment versus licensing to inform optimization strategies.
  • Develop cost reduction models and risk mitigation plans.
  • Present findings and solutions to clients ranging from procurement to C-Level executives.

Benefits

  • Collaborative working environment with international team exposure.
  • Opportunities for continuous improvement and professional development.
  • Dynamic relationships with senior executives and team members.
  • Involvement in high-impact projects focusing on Microsoft technologies.
Full Job Description
Principal Analyst, IT Strategy Consulting

You will be part of a team that executes contract optimization client engagements. You will be responsible for providing the critical technical/analytical/knowledge components required to successfully advise clients with a focus on Microsoft. You will also be responsible for contributing to the continuous improvement of the practice working credibly and collaboratively with distant/international team members.

What you'll need
  • 5 to 8 years' experience within the field of Microsoft enterprise software licensing, contracting, and commercials. Specifically, an understanding of Microsoft corporate strategy, sales behaviors, go-to-market approach, products, use rights, and licensing is key to success in this role.
  • Insights into Microsoft's volume licensing programs: EA, SCE, MCA-E, CSP, Azure MACC, etc.
  • Deep expertise in contract management and contract optimization
  • Strong analytical skills, especially in areas such as software deployment versus licensing/subscription analysis, cost modeling, risk mitigation, license/subscription optimization and cost reduction.
  • Dynamic presentation skills and experience in presenting to clients at all levels (technical, procurement and C-Level executives), plus, the ability to 'think outside the box' and respond effectively to questions.
  • Strong organizational & time management skills; ability to work under tight deadlines and produce high quality deliverables & content for clients.
  • Ability to analyze large volumes of data and produce logical conclusions.


Who you are
  • Comfortable taking direction and building trust-based, value-added relationships with team members and senior executives
  • Coachable and embracing of best practices and feedback as a means of continuous improvement
  • A consistently high achiever marked by perseverance, humility and a positive outlook in the face of challenges


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About Gartner

Gartner, Inc. is a research and advisory company that provides information, advice, and tools for leaders in IT, finance, HR, customer service and support, legal and compliance, marketing, sales, and supply chain functions. The company operates in more than 100 countries and has over 16,000 employees. Gartner was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
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Size
16,600 employees
Market Cap
$26.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$266.7 million
Founded
1979
5 Year Trend
+14.1%
Revenue
$4 billion
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