The role is part of the Cloud Interconnection and Acquisitions team within Microsoft's Cloud Ops and Innovation (CO+I) division, focusing on the acquisition of fiber, edge, egress, and peering solutions. The team collaborates with various engineering and planning teams to ensure high-quality network availability for Microsoft's online services. The position emphasizes strategic initiatives that enhance network infrastructure and support cloud services. It requires strong relationship-building skills and the ability to communicate effectively across diverse teams.

• Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 3+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 4+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles OR equivalent experience.
• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements.

• Contribute to the growth and evolution of the global network infrastructure that powers Microsoft's cloud and online services.
• Lead strategic initiatives supporting cloud network infrastructure across metro, long-haul, subsea, and colocation environments.
• Drive commercial and contractual negotiations with service providers delivering wavelength, dark fiber, subsea, and colocation solutions.
• Support regional colocation strategies to enhance network resiliency, diversity, scalability, and service availability.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify, prioritize, and execute initiatives that support network expansion, efficiency, and cost optimization objectives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on regional market dynamics and network topology.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with industry partners, service providers, and key stakeholders.
• Communicate project status, risks, milestones, and outcomes effectively to a broad range of audiences.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, deployment, operations, finance, legal, procurement, and business teams.
• Evaluate and develop strategic partnerships that support Microsoft's long-term connectivity, capacity, and growth objectives.
• Ensure contracts and supplier relationships align with organizational standards and compliance requirements.

• Employees at Microsoft are often offered comprehensive, “world-class” benefits—including health and mental-wellness programs, competitive pay with bonuses and stock awards, and retirement/savings options. Time-off and flexibility are common, with generous vacation and holidays, parental and caregiver leave, and flexible work schedules, alongside learning support, employee resource groups, product discounts, and matching-gifts/volunteering programs. Specific benefits can vary by region.