Business Manager

Why SoftwareOne?SoftwareOne and Crayon have come together to form a global, AI-powered software and cloud solutions provider with a bold vision for the future. With a footprint in over 70 countries and a diverse team of 13,000+ professionals, we offer unparalleled opportunities for talent to grow, make an impact, and shape the future of technology. At the heart of our business is our people. We empower our teams to work across borders, innovate fearlessly, and continuously develop their skills through world-class learning and development programs. Whether you're passionate about cloud, software, data, AI, or building meaningful client relationships, you'll find a place to thrive here. Join us and be part of a purpose-driven culture where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your career can go global. The role Are you passionate about operational excellence and strategic execution across diverse markets?Do you thrive in a fast-evolving, cross-cultural environment, partnering with senior leaders to drive business impact?Are you ready to play a mission-critical role supporting the COO and enabling regional success?Join SoftwareOne as a key contributor supporting the COO and regional operations in APAC & Middle East. As Business Manager to the COO for APAC & Middle East, you will enable operational excellence, strategic alignment, and regional execution. You will coordinate business operations, support regional strategy, and facilitate stakeholder engagement to ensure the successful delivery of key initiatives. Key Responsibilities Partner with the COO to plan, track, and execute strategic and operational priorities across the region. Coordinate and monitor regional business plans, OKRs, and performance scorecards. Manage the regional operating rhythm, including leadership meetings and business reviews. Drive compliance with governance standards and ensure timely reporting. Track progress of transformation programs and elevate issues as needed. Support budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis with finance. Prepare communications, executive briefings, and support leadership events. Manage the COO's schedule and support preparation for strategic engagements. What we need to see from you Bachelor's degree in Business, Strategy, Operations, or related field (MBA or equivalent preferred). Experience in business management, operations, or strategic planning, ideally within tech, consulting, or enterprise services. Strong understanding of APAC & Middle East markets and business practices. Familiarity with software, cloud, or digital transformation business models. Strong financial literacy and experience supporting P&L or commercial management activities. Executive-level presence with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Tech-savvy and comfortable with dashboards, project tracking tools (e.g., Power BI, Smartsheet, Excel), and collaboration platforms (e.g., Teams, SharePoint). Job Function Sales Operations Accommodations SoftwareOne welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process, email us at Please include the role for which you are applying and your country location. Someone from our organization that is not part of the decision-making process will be in touch to discuss your specific needs and we will make every effort to accommodate you. Any information shared will be stored securely and treated in the strictest of confidence in line with GDPR. At SoftwareOne, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Additionally, we encourage experienced individuals that have taken an intentional career break and are now prepared to return to work to explore our SOAR program. #J-18808-Ljbffr