Sr. Manager, Microsoft Solution Architecture

Whyyoulllove Softchoice:
We are a software-focused IT solutions and services provider that equips organizations to be agile and innovative and for their people to be engaged connected and creative at work. That means moving them to the cloud helping them build the workplace of tomorrow and enabling them to make smarter decisions about their technology. By doing these things we help them create success for their customers and their people.

We stand proudly for our people and support their success through career development and advancement. We are recognized and respected for our culture of inclusion and belonging continuously striving to do whats good for our people and communities.

The impactyou will have:

Softchoice is a leading technology solutions provider and a trusted Microsoft partner helping organizations across industries achieve digital transformation. As a Sr. Manager Microsoft Solution Architect you will lead a team of Microsoft Solution Architects who empower customers to achieve their digital transformation goals using Microsofts cloud and enterprise solutions. You will drive technical strategy foster innovation and ensure your team delivers exceptional customer outcomes across a diverse portfolio of industries and technologies. Your leadership will embody Softchoices values and leadership principles.

What youll do:

Strategic Leadership & Growth

• Drive year-over-year growth in your region measured by revenue customer adoption and solution delivery success.
• Lead coach and develop a high-performing team of Solution Architects (typically 512 direct reports).
• Oversee monthly forecasts ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Technical Excellence

• Execute Softchoices Microsoft technical strategy by identifying and developing customer opportunities across Azure Microsoft 365 Copilot AI and Security.
• Ensure technical governance compliance and adherence to Microsofts best practices (e.g. Success by Design Cloud Adoption Framework).
• Oversee solution architectures proposals statements of work and adoption roadmaps ensuring technical and business alignment.

Customer Engagement

• Foster a customer-obsessed culture acting as trusted advisors and delivering exceptional experiences throughout the solution lifecycle.
• Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to design and deliver end-to-end solutions for complex business challenges.
• Support business development and pre-sales activities including opportunity management technical reviews and strategic customer engagements (e.g. RFPs executive briefings).

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Drive innovation by encouraging continuous learning sharing best practices and developing intellectual property within your team.
• Lead departmental transformation and growth through ongoing business improvement initiatives.

Culture & Employee Engagement

• Champion Softchoices culture of inclusion diversity and growth mindset through mentoring DEI initiatives and employee development programs.
• Maintain focus on employee engagement integrating strategies to enhance experience as measured by periodic surveys.

Market Representation

• Collaborate with Business Development leadership and vendor partners to represent Softchoice Services within supported market segments.

Travel

• Ability to travel (1030%) primarily domestic for customer site visits team meetings and industry events.

What youll bring to the table:

• 10 years in industry experience and 5 years of experience leading high performing teams of IT professionals
• 5 years of experience with sales/presales leadership or high performing individual contribution as an influential leader or sales contributor
• Management experience in a Technical Sales Professional Services or Manager Service organization is plus
• Excellent leadership qualities leaving a lasting and positive employee experience
• Demonstrated ability to accommodate a high level of change and adapt accordingly
• Strong knowledge of market leading Microsoft technology trends and solutions
• Strong communication and presentation skills (verbal and written)
• In-depth knowledge of business strategy and operations
• Collaborative conflict resolution experience
• Highly self-directed with the ability to manage ambiguity
• Ability to travel to and from key Sales and Customer locations (10-30% travel)
• Post-Secondary Degree or equivalent experience

What Success Looks Like:

• Consistent achievement of Field Margin and Growth Targets.
• High employee engagement and retention within your team.
• Delivery of innovative high-quality solutions aligned with Microsoft best practices.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and market presence.

Not sure if you qualify Think about applying anyway:
We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experiencefor the role.

At Softchoice we offer opportunities to a diverse group including those with a variety of workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to corporate tech returning to work after a gap in employment or looking to transition and take the next step in your career we are excited to learn more about you and encourage you to apply.

Why Youll Love Working Here:

• The People: Youll thrive in our collaborative environment surrounded by incredible colleagues who foster support and innovation driving our collective success
• High-Performing Culture: At Softchoice we are dedicated to achieving our goals and committed to success for our customers and each other
• Flexibility: Plan your workdays in a way that suits you best
• Award-Winning Workplace: Proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for 20consecutive years
• Inclusive Culture: We are committed to an inclusive culture where every team member can be their authentic self
• Competitive Benefits: Benefit from competitive perks that start on day one

Inclusion & Equal opportunity employment:
We arean equal opportunity employer committed to diversity inclusion & belonging. Peopleseeking employment at Softchoice are considered without regard to any protected category including but not limited to race color religion national origin age sex marital status ancestry disability veteran status gender identity or sexual orientation.

Require accommodation We are ready to help:
We areproud to provideinterview &employment accommodationduring the recruitment and hiring process. If you requireanyaccommodation to apply or interview for a position please reach out directly to.We are committed to working with you to best meet your needs.

Our commitment to your experience:
We arecommitted to the safety of all applicants and team members. With that in mind we have implemented digital interviewing for everyone. We understand that you may need to interview with distractions around you(such as children or furry friends)and we willbe doing the same.

Before you start with us we will conduct a criminal record check verify your education and check your references.

When you join Softchoice we will onboard you remotely. Dont worry. Its quick simple and youll be connected with your new team in no time.

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