Microsoft Partner Marketing Manager, Solutons

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Job Summary
Responsible for providing strategic oversight and leadership to ensure the successful creation execution and optimization of partner-facing marketing plans. This includes guiding the Partner Leads in planning organizing and controlling integrated marketing strategies that align with both partner objectives and CDWs business goals. The role focuses on setting direction approving budgets monitoring performance and ensuring cross-functional alignment for impactful partner programs.

What youll do

• Providing strategic direction for program planning to ensure alignment with organizational priorities and long-term goals.
• Guiding the development of new initiatives that support the companys strategic objectives and approving proposals before implementation.
• Setting overarching goals and objectives for programs and ensuring the Partner Marketing Manager executes plans to achieve successful outcomes.
• Approving annual budgets and operating plans while monitoring adherence to financial targets and organizational standards.
• Establishing evaluation frameworks to measure program effectiveness and directing improvements based on performance insights.
• Ensuring compliance with organizational policies procedures and all relevant legislation and professional standards.
• Overseeing documentation standards and ensuring accurate record-keeping systems are implemented and maintained.
• Maintaining accountability for data integrity and confidentiality in client records and statistical reporting.
• Providing leadership in staff development ensuring team members receive proper orientation and ongoing training.
• Building relationships with stakeholders guiding communication strategies to strengthen community support and gather feedback for program enhancements.
• Collaborating with other senior managers and partners to ensure seamless program delivery and alignment across departments.
• Coordinating cross-functional efforts to maximize efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery.
• Reviewing and approving program reports prepared for executive leadership and key stakeholders.
• Maintaining fiscal responsibility ensuring programs operate within approved budgets and monitoring all expenditures.
• Overseeing financial management practices including fund allocation and compliance with accounting policies.
• Ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting for all program activities.
• Identifying and mitigating risks associated with program operations through proactive oversight and corrective actions.
• Monitoring program performance regularly providing strategic recommendations for enhancements and long-term success.
• Providing strategic direction for program planning to ensure alignment with organizational priorities and long-term goals.
• Guiding the development of new initiatives that support the companys strategic objectives and approving proposals before implementation.
• Directing the Development of Partner Plans
• Communicating and Aligning Partner Plans
• Optimizing and Evaluating Partner Plans

What we expect of you
Minimum basic requirements

• Bachelors degree and 5 years of Sales and/or Marketing experience OR
• 9 years of Sales and/or Marketing experience

Preferred skills experience and qualities needed

• Proven program management experience driving initiatives from conception through completion.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with a track record of successfully influencing stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communications with the ability to effectively interact with all stakeholders including senior leadership.
• History of providing outstanding customer service to stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative and creatively problem solve.
• Understanding/appreciation for maintaining confidentiality.
• Record of successful organizational skills.
• Experience in developing or utilizing strategic sales campaigns.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and conduct primary research.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to a fast-changing environment.
• Knowledge of technology product offerings and solutions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; Excel Word Outlook and PowerPoint.

Pay range: $ 111000-$154200 depending on experience and skill set
Annual bonus target of 10% subject to terms and conditions of plan
Benefits overview: ranges may be subject to geographic differentials

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