Maria Vermeer

Experience

1. Senior Business Program Manager Ideas

   Microsoft

   Feb 2022 — Present

   My role in IDEAS\' Executive Office focuses on strategic divisional program management and enabling data-driven decision making at scale. My work involves cross-functional collaboration with data scientists, engineers, product managers and business leaders. Together we surface actionable insights that inform product strategy across the company. I also lead planning/execution of internal data science forums, creating space for knowledge sharing, innovation, and community building.Beyond program execution, I’m passionate about fostering team culture and engagement. I’ve served as a Give leader for three consecutive years, organizing org-wide events that strengthen connection and morale.With a strong foundation in business strategy and customer focus, I bring rigor, clarity, structure and momentum to complex processes and initiatives which span divisional priorities.

Education

• St. John's University

  B.S. English/Education, Graduation Honors- Magna Cum Laude

  2005

Skills

• Merchandising
• Visual Merchandising
• Retail
• Luxury Goods
• Inventory Management
• Jewelry
• Microsoft Excel
• Customer Service
• Marketing Strategy
• E-Commerce Consulting
• Strategic Planning
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Wholesale
• E-Commerce
• Fashion
• Sales Management