Sr. Product Marketing Manager, Microsoft 365 Core Portfolio Growth

Microsoft 365 Core Portfolio Growth Sr. Product Marketing Manager

Microsoft 365 has established itself as the leader in the productivity space, with over 345 million paid seats across business, education, and consumer segments. The forefront of productivity has progressed to incorporate advanced security features and transformative AI capabilities. The Microsoft 365 suites are poised to redefine productivity for the AI era, protecting users while offering unprecedented levels of efficiency. The Sr. Product Marketing Manager, Microsoft 365 Core Portfolio Growth, will play a crucial role in shaping the strategy, narrative, and go-to-market for the Microsoft 365 portfolio. This role requires a dynamic and strategic thinker who can articulate a security & AI-enabled productivity narrative. You will be shaping product and packaging decisions in collaboration with Business Planning and Product Management, driving growth through Go-to-Market (GTM) plans and sales enablement, and working closely with product marketing leaders and colleagues across strategic verticals, including Microsoft 365 Copilot, Security, and Business Applications. This role demands clear communication, the ability to simplify the complex, and experience managing a broad group of stakeholders across organizations and specializations. The primary location for this position is Redmond, WA. Additionally, there are three other locations where this role may be based. Candidates who do not reside in one of these four areas will be relocated to Redmond. Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute the growth strategy for productivity, security, and AI solutions across the M365 portfolio, translating strategic objectives into actionable plans.

Develop and deliver a compelling narrative that resonates with diverse customer segments and aligns with overall business goals.

Collaborate with Business Planning and Product Management / Engineering to define and shape product offerings and packaging constructs, ensuring alignment with market needs and customer expectations.

Shape the development of Go-to-Market (GTM) plans, working closely with field and partner sales teams to optimize enablement of growth initiatives.

Work in partnership with product marketing leaders and colleagues across strategic verticals, including Microsoft 365 Copilot, Security, and Business Applications, to foster a collaborative and integrated approach to marketing efforts.

Conduct thorough market analysis to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics, using insights to inform strategic decisions and optimize marketing strategies.

Ensure seamless alignment and integration of marketing initiatives with broader business objectives, driving coherence and impact across the organization.

Qualifications

Required / Minimum Qualifications

Master's Degree in Marketing, Computer Science, Business or related field AND 3+ years experience in product marketing OR Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Computer Science, Business or related field AND 5+ years experience in product marketing OR equivalent experience.

3+ years experience leading go-to-market planning and execution.

3+ years experience developing, leading and executing strategic marketing initiatives.

3+ years experience with product monetization and commercialization.

Additional or Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree in Marketing, Computer Science, Business or related field AND 6+ years experience in product marketing OR Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Computer Science, Business or related field AND 8+ years experience in product marketing OR equivalent experience.

Experience working successfully cross functionally.

Experience in the technology industry, particularly within Software as a Service (SaaS) or cloud-based solutions.

Experience working in a matrixed organization and managing multiple stakeholders.