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Workforce AI Specialist (incl Microsoft 365 Copilot) for Manufacturing Industry

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About the role

Overview

Be at the forefront of transforming how organizations work and innovate with AI and Modern Work solutions.

As a Solution Area Specialist, you will drive the adoption of Microsoft 365 Copilot and Ai Workforce solutions across enterprise customers. You will engage with senior business and technical decision makers to identify opportunities, shape digital transformation strategies, and accelerate business outcomes through AI-powered productivity solutions.

This role provides an opportunity to deepen your business acumen, develop strategic selling capabilities, and lead high-impact engagements that influence customer success and revenue growth. You will work in a flexible hybrid environment, collaborating across teams to deliver measurable value to customers.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. We cultivate a culture of respect, integrity, and accountability, enabling every employee to thrive and contribute to shared success.



Responsibilities

In addition, you identify new partners by researching and discussing with partners on customer scenarios, lead conversations, and set up events within Microsoft. You collaborate with the "compete" global black belts (GBBs) to analyze competitor products, solutions, and/or services and implement strategies to position Microsoft against competitors in customer communication. You review feedback reports and coach others on ensuring customer/partner satisfaction and decreasing dissatisfaction by establishing recovery action plans to improve clients' overall experience.
Moreover, you manage the end-to-end business of the assigned territory, conduct forecasting for accounts, and develop a portfolio and territory plan to drive intentional selling aligned with strategic priorities.



Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field
5+ years of technology-related sales or account management experience
Fluent business-level proficiency in Japanese, including reading, writing, and verbal communication, with the ability to engage effectively with end users and customer stakeholders in Japanese.

Experience in solution selling for cloud, SaaS, or AI-based products
Strong understanding of AI Workforce , Microsoft 365, or AI productivity solutions
Proven track record of driving complex, multi-stakeholder deals and achieving revenue targets
Experience engaging with executive-level customers and influencing decision-making
Ability to collaborate effectively across internal teams and partner ecosystems

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.




Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. 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 with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

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Microsoft is a technology giant shaping global computing, attracting talent interested in innovation and impact across software, cloud, and AI sectors.

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What's promising

  • Strong commitment to innovation in AI and cloud computing.
  • Diverse range of roles from technical to managerial, offering career growth.
  • Financially stable with a robust global presence and market influence.

What to watch

  • Complex organizational structure can slow decision-making processes.
  • High competition for roles may limit entry-level opportunities.
  • Potential for work-life balance challenges in high-demand positions.

Why Microsoft

  • Pioneer in personal and business computing with a legacy of innovation.
  • Extensive global reach with a diverse workforce and inclusive culture.
  • Leader in integrating AI into mainstream software and cloud services.

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About Microsoft

MSFT$390.34-1.77%

Microsoft is a global technology company that develops, licenses, and supports a wide range of software products, services, and devices. Known for its Windows operating system and Office productivity suite, Microsoft has a significant impact on personal and business computing worldwide.

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