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Apex Systems, Inc. Project and Program Management - Program Coordinator 4 - 3025221 in Redmond, Washington
Job#: 3025221
Job Description:
Title: Program Coordinator
Client: Microsoft -- Marketing & Product Management
Location: REMOTE
Pay: $29+/hour
OVERVIEW
Microsoft's Digital Direct Stores team is launching a net-new program that will introduce third-party products into our digital storefronts, fulfilled through an external supplier. We are seeking a highly skilled Program Coordinator 4 to help define, organize, and operationalize this new initiative. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in complex, cross-functional environments and enjoys building structure where none exists.
You will join a collaborative, supportive team that truly embodies a "we win together" culture---decisions are made collectively, strengths are leveraged intentionally, and wins are celebrated as a group.
Purpose of the Team
The Digital Direct Stores product management team drives strategy, structure, and execution for Microsoft's digital storefront experiences. This role supports the launch and ongoing management of a new program enabling third-party product sales and fulfillment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate and manage a large-scale, multi-phase workstream supporting the new third-party product program.
- Define program structure, identify process gaps, and build operational frameworks that improve efficiency and clarity.
- Track and drive progress across multiple teams, ensuring tasks are defined, timelines are met, and dependencies are unblocked.
- Deliver clear, timely status updates to stakeholders across marketing, product, engineering, and operations.
- Create high-level process decks and documentation to supplement existing program materials.
- Maintain project plans, risk and issue logs, and governance documentation.
- Support resource planning, financial tracking, and forecasting activities.
- Coordinate and occasionally lead cross-functional meetings, forums, and working sessions.
- Train and support colleagues on tools, processes, and program workflows.
Key Projects:
- Supporting the end-to-end structure and execution of a new third-party product sales program.
- Identifying operational gaps and designing solutions that scale.
- Building and maintaining program governance, reporting, and communication frameworks.
- Driving alignment across multiple teams and ensuring program milestones are achieved.
Candidate Value Proposition
This role offers the rare opportunity to:
- Shape a brand-new marketing and product initiative from the ground up.
- Work within a highly collaborative, supportive team that values shared success.
- Influence program structure, process design, and cross-team alignment in a meaningful way.
- Gain exposure to large-scale program management within one of Microsoft's most visible digital commerce environments.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
- 6+ years of program coordination experience OR 2+ years of project/program management experience.
- Demonstrated experience supporting or managing large-scale, multi-phase programs.
- Proven ability to build structure, define processes, and manage end-to-end program workflows.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree required.
- PMP/PMI or similar certifications are a plus but not required.
Technical & Professional Skills:
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple moving pieces.
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