Senior Business Manager

Enterprise Partner Sales, part of Microsoft’s Worldwide Sales & Solutions (WSS) organization, is accountable for building and co-selling innovative Microsoft Cloud & AI solutions and services, with our global Enterprise partners. Our Enterprise partner portfolio includes global systems integrators, advisories, high-value management consultancies (SI), independent software vendors (ISV) and software development companies - working together to empower people and organizations to achieve more.  

As the WSS CTO Senior Business Manager, you’ll play a strategic role working closely with the WWS CTO CVP to drive clarity, momentum, and impact across the organization. You’ll collaborate with the leadership team and WSS Chief of Staff community to orchestrate org-wide initiatives, streamline decision-making, and foster an inclusive, high-performing culture. From aligning cross-functional efforts to managing business rhythms, you’ll be the connective force that keeps priorities moving forward and the team thriving. 

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. We come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize shared goals. Each day, we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive. 

Responsibilities

 As the Business Manager for the WSS CTO CVP, you will partner closely with the CVP, their Leadership Team (LT), and leaders across WSS to drive strategic planning, operational excellence, leader impact, and organizational health. 

Responsibilities: 

 Define and set annual strategy and priorities in alignment with WWS-wide goals, partnering with the CVP and LT to shape strategic, technical, and growth plans. Deliver end-to-end business insights that inform decision-making and ensure initiatives are milestone-driven and executed with excellence. 

Establish and maintain a predictable operating rhythm that integrates internal milestones—such as LT meetings, People ROB, Townhalls, and AMAs—with external partner engagements and the broader WSS Rhythm of the Business.  In collaboration with the WSS CTO executive admin, you’ll define and land the annual ROB at the start of the fiscal year, ensuring alignment across WSS. 

Lead Opex budget planning and forecasting in alignment with Finance and WSS guidance, ensuring targets are met and cascaded effectively across teams. Monitor monthly spend, drive accountability to financial goals, and partner with team managers to execute quarterly financial reviews and maintain disciplined budget management. 

Own annual Opex budget and headcount (HC) management, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and accurate forecasting across planning cycles. 

Drive team compliance accountability, ensuring adherence to key policies, processes, and regulatory requirements.