Industry Advisor - Mobility

AI-led transformation is impacting every industry around the world. From automotive and manufacturing to financial services and retail. Customers across all Industries are asking Microsoft to help them reinvent their business, innovate, and digitally transform to todayu2019s new realities, leveraging AI. Microsoftu2019s Worldwide Manufacturing & Mobility Industry Team, part of the Industry and Partner Organization, is accountable for leveraging deep industry and technical expertise to enable sales teams and partners to deliver relevant, customized industry solutions and services, built on a secure, integrated cloud platform, to empower our customers to digitally transform their businesses by leveraging AI. Itu2019s no longer about one simple software solution; itu2019s about creating a connected, secure, efficient, and scalable digital ecosystem. Further, they will guide our engineering teams to address key needs as part of the product roadmaps. The Industry Advisor - Mobility role, operating at a strategic level with Microsoftu2019s top automotive customers, requires deep engagement and understanding of the Automotive industry and its challenges. The ideal candidate is a subject matter specialist in the Automotive industry. The Industry Advisor will act as the industry leader in a customer centric account team and will strive to build relationships and become a trusted advisor to key business decision-makers, helping them digitally transform their business. The role of IA focuses on generating and owning industry relevant solutions and platform opportunities, working and selling closely with Microsoft and its partners. This industry sales role delivers growth of Microsoft Cloud Services by building new relationships, uncovering opportunities, shape solutions that deliver measurable impact using Microsoftu2019s cloud, AI, and data technologies. The role will partner closely with the world-wide industry sales teams and specialist sellers to share best practices and customer references/case studies to bring Microsoftu2019s industry digital transformation stories to life. Our team culture is centered on embracing a growth mindset, inspiring excellence, and encouraging teams and leaders to bring their best each day. In doing so, we create life-changing innovations that impact billions of lives around the world. We also strive to have fun Microsoftu2019s 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. If you have a passion for customer success and want to be part of the greatest digital revolution, we want to hear from you. Responsibilities + Sparkinnovation to re-imagine the futurebyfacilitatingenvisioning /ideationsessions anddevelopingmulti-horizonroadmaps. + Ignite, shape, andsecuremarket-making business partnershipsbyleveragingbusiness relationships withCxOsandSeniorBusiness Executives. + Drive account-based revenuebydefiningandlandingindustryplaysacross Mobility accountsand helps build qualified sales pipeline. + Lead and orchestrate sales activities and customer engagement in partnership with account teams to deliver value, build trust, and exceed customer expectations as a strategic advisor. + Develop thought leadership assetsandbest practices that can be levered by others to increase the success of the business and Microsoft. + Collaborate with external partner ecosystem (e.g., business leaders, GSIs, ISVs) on client and partner planning and developing industry-specific strategies that add credibility and depth. + Amplify externally/internally thought leadership onunique industryperspectives andinnovations to accelerate Microsoftu2019scredibility/brand /mindshare. + Embody Microsoftu2019s culture and values by modeling a growth mindset, contributing to othersu2019 success, and delivering impactful results that build on collective ideas and efforts. Qualifications Required/minimum qualifications + Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Health Sciences, Supply Chain, Education, Business or related field AND 3+ years customer-facing experience in operations, enterprise-level improvement program management, product management, transportation, hospitality, automotive, consumer goods, financial services, retail, management consulting, consultative selling, public sector, technology or industry-relevant equivalent management or technical work experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Health Sciences, Supply Chain, Education, Business or related field AND 5+ years customer-facing experience in operations, enterprise-level improvement program management, product management, transportation, hospitality, automotive, consumer goods, financial services, retail, management consulting, consultative selling, public sector, technology or industry-relevant equivalent management or technical work experience OR equivalent experience. + 6+ years experience in Connected Vehicle, Autonomy, Software Defined Vehicle + 8+ years experience in the automotive industry domain Additional or preferred qualifications + Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Health Sciences, Supply Chain, Education, Business or related field AND 5+ years customer-facing experience in operations, enterprise-level improvement program management, product management, transportation, hospitality, automotive, consumer goods, financial services, retail, management consulting, consultative selling, public sector, technology or industry-relevant equivalent management or technical work experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Health Sciences, Supply Chain, Education, Business or related field AND 7+ years customer-facing experience in operations, enterprise-level improvement program management, product management, transportation, hospitality, automotive, consumer goods, financial services, retail, management consulting, consultative selling, public sector, technology or industry-relevant equivalent management or technical work experience OR equivalent experience. + 3+ years proven people management and/or leadership experience. + 10+ years experience working in business roles at a company in the Automotive industryu200b + 10+ years experience in industry solution selling experienceu200b + Industry specific sales or consulting position within an IT Consulting companyu200b + Demonstrated success in business development, including identifying new opportunities and driving revenue growth. + Skilled in market development strategies to expand client base and penetrate new verticals. + Executive presence with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders. + Adept at cross-functional collaboration, with a track record of building productive relationships across internal teams, partners, and customers. Industry Advisory IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $107,600 - $187,500 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 $145,600 - $205,600 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: Microsoft will accept applications for the role until October 13th, 2025. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations (.

Created: 2025-10-08