Overview

Microsoft Devices Operations (MDO) creates hardware that delivers the best of Microsoft experiences to our customers by managing the end-to-end supply chain for products such as Xbox and Surface.

We are looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to join our global planning team in the Microsoft Devices Operations organization.

As a Supply Chain Manager you will be responsible for creating, communicating, and executing a product supply plan that ensures the best availability (right product in the right place at the right time) and efficient use of inventory across different regions & segments. You will work with key suppliers, as well as channel, logistics and fulfillment teams to improve product availability, lower overall supply chain costs, and optimize working capital. You will solve complex inventory optimization problems in a scalable way and drive continuous improvement of supply planning processes by benchmarking against best practices.

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

Responsibilities

Inventory Management:

• Optimizing stock levels across multiple locations and geographies
• Analyzing availability data and driving rebalancing to maximize supply available to our customers.
• Anticipating demand and ensuring sufficient inventory to meet requirements.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Cross-functional collaboration: Working closely with operations, production, and other supply chain partners.
• Vendor and supplier negotiation: Engaging with suppliers to maintain timely supply and address shortages.

Strategic Planning:

• Developing supply chain plans: Creating both short-term and long-term plans
• Optimizing supply parameters (e.g., lead times, safety stock, minimum order quantities) to enhance availability.
• Develop and drive the future state capabilities and systems roadmap, articulating the business impact and success metrics associated with each initiative.

Performance Monitoring:

• Evaluation and reporting of performance to improve supply continuity

Other

Embody our Culture and Values

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain Analytics, or related field AND 1+ year(s) supply planning, operations, supply chain, indirect supply planning, technology-related supply chain, sourcing and manufacturing, or related experience
• o OR Master's Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain Analytics, or related field
• o OR equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ Years demonstrated experience with personal computing devices supply chain with prior experience in product supply planning, inventory management, procurement or manufacturing operations
• 3+ Years years experience with SAP IBP or Similar (Integrated Business Planning Tools)

Supply Planning IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $75,100 - $148,900 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $98,800 - $163,300 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until May 18, 2024.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.

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