Would you like to kick start your career in a supportive, collaborative and innovative company? Do you enjoy working as part of an enthusiastic, passionate, and collaborative team? Join our Commercial Operations Program Team The Commercial Operations Program team at Softcat are the powerhouse behind the successful delivery of vendor programmes. They will evaluate and ensure that each programme not only aligns with strategic objectives but also brings tangible value to customers and impacts Softcat positively. With a keen focus on governance, the team effectively manages interconnected projects, guaranteeing that programme execution meets the highest quality standards. They are adept at resource allocation, risk mitigation, and financial management, all while providing detailed reports to stakeholders. Their commitment to continuous improvement and gap analysis drives innovation, making recommendations that enhance vendor programme effectiveness. Success. The Softcat Way. Softcat is a major UK success story in technology solutions. We're a £1 billion pa turnover business with offices nationwide and a sterling industry reputation. We help customers to use technology to succeed, by putting our employees first. Our success is down to our people – and the platform we give them to prove their potential. Maximising Microsoft programme efficiency and strategic investments As the Microsoft Programme Manager, you will be responsible for developing and maximising efficiency of Strategic investments and programme utilisation with a longer term view of governance with our largest vendor. Becoming a subject matter expert in your aligned Microsoft programmes and supporting the Commercial Operations Programmes Senior Manager in continually evaluating suitability and importance of programmes based on commerciality. As a Microsoft Programme Manager, you'll be responsible for: Summarizing key benefits and risks of new and existing programmes for evaluation Regular performance reporting and proactive attendance at QBRs Adhering to governance, managing execution, ensuring quality, allocating resources, mitigating risks, and providing regular reports to ensure successful programme delivery Overseeing the programme budget and assess profitability Contributing to process improvements, identifying gaps, and making recommendations We'd love you to have Demonstrated experience in programme qualification and management within a technology or sales environment Effective leadership skills with the capability to deliver in QBRs Strong analytical skills with the ability to report on programme performance and identify areas for improvement Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a proven track record of successful collaboration Strategic thinking with expertise in risk assessment, resource allocation, and commercial awareness, along with a commitment to continuous improvement and the ability to identify gaps and develop innovative solutions Work in a way that works for you We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns: Hybrid working – 3 days in the office and 2 working from home Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs Working with us Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background. Join us To become part of the success story, please apply now. If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence. You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at jobs.softcat.com/jobs/our-culture/