Microsoft Technology Specialist

<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:DM Sans"><u><strong>Why you’ll love Softchoice:<br></strong></u><br>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. <br><br></span></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:DM Sans">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 what’s good for our people and communities. </span></span><br><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p><p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">The impact you will have:</span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">You are a Microsoft Subject Matter Expert! You love helping customers on their digital journey, promoting the adoption of Microsoft cloud technology to help drive business outcomes. You are passionate about helping customers solve challenges through the delivery of ongoing solutions that reduce risk and manage costs.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">The Microsoft Technology Specialist is responsible for supporting the Microsoft Cloud and Workplace sales strategy within their aligned sales districts. You will support new customer acquisition through participation in demand generation activities for your districts while also growing existing customer spend through proactive sales campaigns, leveraging Microsoft programs, and participating in Softchoice SAM+ and lifecycle services.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Successful execution will require strong alignment with the local Microsoft specialist team units, as well as a specialized knowledge of Microsoft products, licensing vehicles, programs and funding.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">What you’ll do:</span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Provide pre-sales support to sales and customers for Microsoft Azure and/or M365 solutions and Softchoice CSP offers.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Deliver solution recommendations and roadmaps to customers.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Support the execution of targeted sales campaigns.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Identify opportunities to leverage Microsoft programs and incentives.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Collaborate with Sales to develop and execute strategic account plans for key accounts, identifying growth opportunities, addressing challenges, and driving long-term customer success.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Manage a pipeline of Microsoft opportunities and monitor overall performance for aligned solutions within the territory.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Participate in SAM+ and Lifecycle services activities for key accounts to promote solution cross-sell and up-sell.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Participate in sales enablement activities for aligned Microsoft solutions.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Participate in customer and partner events including webinars, CIEs, or other thought leadership activities within aligned districts.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Foster and maintain strong relationships with Microsoft counterparts in support of co-sell initiatives and promoting Softchoice competitive differentiation.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">What you'll bring to the table:</span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">A deep understanding of Microsoft cloud solutions with strong technical proficiency.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">2-4 years of industry relevant experience in sales</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">2+ years of Microsoft experience with Cloud or Volume Licensing solutions</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">As SME (Subject Matter Expert) stay on top of new trends, technology updates and Cloud technologies. Actively leverage Microsoft Learn and other resources to enhance both soft and technical skills and apply in more complex situations.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Achievement of Microsoft certifications aligned to assigned products is preferred.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Proven ability to engage in consultative selling, understanding customer pain points, and positioning Microsoft products and services to solve those challenges.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple functions and departments to achieve common goals and objectives.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Strong analytical skills.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Excellent time management and organizational skills.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Excellent communication and presentation skills.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Ability to interact and communicate at the Executive level.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><u><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Compensation:</span></u></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position in</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Seattle is $64,000 - $80,000 plus 30% target incentives. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Oregon and California is $58,000- $72,000 plus 30% target incentives.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, education, and related certification. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Softchoice offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit plan to all full-time employees, which includes:</span></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Health and Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, and Vision Care, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Financial Benefits: 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year), Holidays, Parental Leave, Volunteer Days, Bereavement Leave </span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Additional Perks: Employee Discount Program</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p><p><br><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:DM Sans"><strong><u>Not sure if you qualify? Think about applying anyway:</u></strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:DM Sans">We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role.<br><br>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.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:DM Sans"><strong><u>Why You’ll Love Working Here:</u></strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'DM Sans'"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%">The People:</span></strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%"> You’ll thrive in our collaborative environment, surrounded by incredible colleagues who foster support and innovation, driving our collective success</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'DM Sans'"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%">High-Performing Culture:</span></strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%"> At Softchoice, we are dedicated to achieving our goals and committed to success for our customers and each other</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'DM Sans'"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%">Flexibility:</span></strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%"> Plan your workdays in a way that suits you best</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'DM Sans'"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%">Award-Winning Workplace:</span></strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%"> Proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for 20 consecutive years</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'DM Sans'"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%">Inclusive Culture:</span></strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%"> We are committed to an inclusive culture where every team member can be their authentic self</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'DM Sans'"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%">Competitive Benefits:</span></strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%"> Benefit from competitive perks that start on day one</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:DM Sans"><strong><u>Inclusion & Equal opportunity employment:</u></strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:DM Sans">We are an equal opportunity employer committed to <strong>diversity, inclusion & belonging</strong>. People seeking 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.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:DM Sans"><strong><u>Require accommodation? We are ready to help:</u></strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:DM Sans">We are proud to provide interview & employment accommodation during the recruitment and hiring process. If you require any accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please reach out directly to <a style="color:#ff5100;text-decoration:underline" href="file:///C:/Users/dnik/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content.Outlook/CFB2RD0J/asktalentacquisition@softchoice.com">asktalentacquisition@softchoice.com</a>. We are committed to working with you to best meet your needs.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:DM Sans"><strong><u>Our commitment to your experience:</u></strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:DM Sans">We are committed 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 will be doing the same.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:DM Sans">Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:DM Sans">When you join Softchoice, we will onboard you remotely. Don't worry. It's quick, simple and you'll be connected with your new team in no time.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:DM Sans"><strong>Job Requisition ID: </strong>7456 <br><br>EoE/M/F/Vet/Disability  </span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-family:'DM Sans';font-size:11.0pt;color:black">#LI-CW1 </p>

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