Microsoft Optimisation Manager (18 month FTC)
Summary
the pitchJoin Kingfisher, a leading home improvement company, as a Microsoft Optimisation Manager on a fixed-term contract. In this role, you will lead the strategy, governance, and optimisation of our Microsoft technology estate, driving measurable business value and ensuring control of licensing costs. You will collaborate with multiple teams, manage relationships with Microsoft and licensing partners, and develop reporting and insights to support investment decisions. This position can be based in Southampton or Paddington, with an expectation of 12 days a month in the office and travel between sites in the UK and Europe.
Role
posted by companyJoin Kingfisher, a leading home improvement company, as a Microsoft Optimisation Manager on a fixed-term contract. In this role, you will lead the strategy, governance, and optimisation of our Microsoft technology estate, driving measurable business value and ensuring control of licensing costs. You will collaborate with multiple teams, manage relationships with Microsoft and licensing partners, and develop reporting and insights to support investment decisions. This position can be based in Southampton or Paddington, with an expectation of 12 days a month in the office and travel between sites in the UK and Europe.
Key responsibilities
- Own the Microsoft licensing and optimisation strategy across Microsoft 365, Azure, Security, Copilot and Power Platform services.
- Drive licence utilisation, cost optimisation and waste reduction through data-led analysis, governance and forecasting.
- Lead Microsoft commercial management activities, including Enterprise Agreement (EA), MCA-E and CSP consumption, renewals and true-up processes.