Manager – One Microsoft (1M) Global Program Operations

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The Manager 1M Global Program Operations is responsible for driving the consistency governance and operational excellence of the RSM One Microsoft (1M) Global Program across participating RSM member firms worldwide. This role serves as the primary operational point of contact for onboarding program enablement CSP Direct readiness Microsoft incentive governance (Coop/MDF) and coordination of MCAIPP program benefits.

This position ensures high standards of compliance Partner Center hygiene and Microsoft program alignment while enabling participating firms to progress through the 1M maturity model. The role collaborates across licensing delivery marketing finance and Microsoft field teams to support a unified global operating framework aligned with RSMs Microsoft strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Program Operations & Firm Onboarding

• Serve as the primary liaison for onboarding new RSM member firms into the 1M Global Program.
• Guide firms on CSP Direct participation licensing requirements Partner Center processes and Microsoft incentive eligibility.
• Coordinate with RSM US licensing delivery GTM and marketing teams to ensure consistent activation and onboarding workflows.

Governance Compliance & Program Standards

• Enforce governance standards across CSP Direct Coop MDF and Partner Center operations.
• Maintain and enhance documentation guides and operating procedures for CSP Direct participation and Microsoft incentive programs.
• Monitor Partner Center hygiene including PAL/CPOR/DPOR accuracy and customer association requirements.
• Support audit readiness for Coop MDF and CSP programs.

Microsoft Incentive Program Support (MDF Coop MCP MCAIPP)

• Respond to member firm inquiries related to Microsoft incentives licensing and Partner Center processes.
• Support documentation and reporting for Coop claims MDF usage and other Microsoft program requirements.
• Coordinate and administer MCAIPP benefit usage tracking and communication to ensure member firms receive applicable support throughout the program year.
• Ensure firm activities adhere to Microsoft program rules and RSM standards.

Financial and Program Coordination (NonDisclosure Aligned)

• Coordinate required financial operational or incentive-related processes tied to Microsoft programs without disclosing internal program models.
• Partner with RSM US Finance to maintain accurate tracking documentation and firm communication related to Microsoft program participation.

Member Firm Maturity & Engagement Management

• Track firm progress within the 1M maturity model and identify gaps risks or required interventions.
• Develop dashboards and reporting that reflect activation milestones engagement levels and performance metrics.
• Escalate issues when firms fall behind on required operational or compliance milestones.

Enablement Communication & Community Coordination

• Schedule and facilitate Office Hours training webinars onboarding sessions and other program communication touchpoints.
• Coordinate updates resources and communication across RSM US teams Microsoft field teams and global member firm stakeholders.
• Maintain a consistent cadence of program enablement materials and updates to support ongoing compliance and engagement.

Qualifications

Required

• 35 years of experience in partner operations program management Microsoft channel programs or technology operations.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Partner Center CSP Direct licensing models and incentive programs such as MDF and Coop.
• Strong communication coordination and stakeholder management skills across global teams.
• Experience working with CRM systems and Microsoft tools such as Excel Teams and SharePoint.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy in a fastpaced environment.

Preferred

• Prior experience supporting Microsoft partner programs CSP Direct operations or incentive governance.
• Experience working within a global consulting firm or multientity operating model.
• Understanding of Dynamics 365 Azure Modern Work and Microsoft solution areas.

Why This Role Matters

The 1M Global Program is a strategic enabler for scaling Microsoft cloud success across RSMs global network. This role ensures participating firms are compliant enabled and prepared to grow CSP revenue engage in cosell activity deliver Microsoft cloud services and responsibly leverage incentive programs. The position safeguards program integrity while accelerating global consistency and member firm readiness.

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