Sr. Manager Digital Workplace

Sr. Manager Digital Workplace Ben E. Keith Company - 3.3 Fort Worth, TX Job Details Full-time 10 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Wellness program Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Vendor relationship building Financial forecasting Computer science Managerial strategic planning Strategic management Computer Science Operations management Inventory management IT strategy planning Microsoft Exchange Budget forecasting Information security compliance Key Performance Indicators Managing budgets in a finance role Bachelor's degree Continuous improvement Team management Computer hardware IT procurement Mentoring Vendor relationship management Mobile device management Technology budget management Microsoft Teams Contracts SharePoint Vendor contract management IT Procurement contract negotiation IT security management Financial management Senior level Bachelor's degree in computer science Escalation handling Leadership Communication skills Intune Senior leadership 10 years Full Job Description For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers' expectations. Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine. We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.

Position Summary and Responsibilities:

The Sr. Manager Digital Workplace is responsible for the strategy, delivery, and continuous improvement of the end user computing experience across the enterprise. This role owns the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, endpoint hardware standards, mobile device and carrier services, and digital workplace operations, ensuring secure, reliable, and intuitive technology services for all associates. This leader is accountable for aligning end user technology platforms with business needs, driving standardization, improving user satisfaction, and enabling productivity at-scale. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in the Microsoft M365 stack, modern endpoint management, mobility, and vendor governance, combined with strong people leadership and service delivery discipline.

Responsibilities:

End User Services Strategy & Leadership Define and execute the enterprise Digital Workplace strategy, aligning M365, endpoint, and mobility services to business priorities and operational standards. Serve as the executive owner for the digital workplace experience, including collaboration, productivity, and end user technology adoption. Lead and mentor managers and technical teams responsible for end user computing, mobility, and M365 platform services. Microsoft 365 & Digital Workplace Own the Microsoft 365 platform roadmap and operations, including (but not limited to) Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Entra ID, Intune, and related security services. Drive platform standardization, governance, lifecycle management, and adoption across the organization. Partner with Security and Infrastructure leadership to ensure identity, device, and data security controls are embedded into the end user experience. Ensure M365 services are operated with production grade reliability, change discipline, and service accountability. Endpoint & Hardware Services Establish and enforce enterprise standards for laptops, desktops, peripherals, and accessories across job roles and divisions. Own the full lifecycle management of end user hardware—from procurement and imaging to refresh, recovery, and secure retirement. Optimize hardware cost structures through vendor negotiations, refresh planning, and inventory controls. Mobile & Connectivity Services Govern mobile device management and mobility services, including smartphones, tablets, carrier contracts, and eSIM programs. Ensure secure, user-friendly mobile experiences aligned with corporate security and compliance requirements. Manage relationships with wireless carriers and mobile service providers, ensuring cost transparency and SLA adherence. Service Delivery & Operations Ensure end user services are delivered through well defined ITIL aligned processes, including incident, request, change, and problem management. Establish and monitor service metrics, KPIs, and user satisfaction indicators for end user services. Act as an escalation point for complex or high impact end user service issues and major incidents. Vendor & Financial Management Manage vendor relationships for M365 licensing, endpoint hardware, mobility services, and digital workplace tooling. Own budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization for End User Services, including licensing and device spend. Ensure contracts and renewals align with enterprise standards and long term technology strategy. Education and/or

Work Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in computer science is preferred, or relevant industry experience 10 years of progressive IT experience, with significant leadership responsibility in end user computing or digital workplace services. Deep, hands on knowledge of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem and modern endpoint management (Intune and identity driven device management). Proven experience managing enterprise scale endpoint and mobility environments. Strong background in IT service delivery, vendor management, and operational governance. Demonstrated ability to lead teams, influence peers, and communicate effectively with executive stakeholders. Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to work with team members and business units Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly terminology Must be able to work on-call as needed to support technologies that drive the business

Physical Requirements:

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families. Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Short and Long Term Disability 401K with matching contribution Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid) Employee Assistance Program Wellness Program Educational Assistance Program Paid Vacation and holidays Employee Credit Union We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business. Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled