Supply Chain Planner

Cloud Supply Chain Planning Position

Microsoft's Cloud business is expanding, and the Cloud Supply Chain (CSCP) organization is responsible for enabling the hardware infrastructure underlying this growth including AI! CSCP's vision is to empower customers to achieve more by delivering Cloud and AI capabilities at scale. Our mission is to deliver the world's computer with an industry-leading supply chain. The CSCP organization is responsible for traditional supply chain functions such as plan, source, make, deliver, but also manages supportability (spares), sustainability, and decommissioning of datacenter assets worldwide. We deliver the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's over 200 online businesses including Bing, MSN, Office 365, Xbox Live, OneDrive and the Microsoft Azure platform for external customers. Our infrastructure is supported by more than 300 datacenters around the world that enable services for more than 1 billion customers in over 90 countries.

Responsibilities

Perform rough-cut Tier 2 parts planning (in conjunction with Server, Network, and Component management) and supply smoothing to define the Supply Plan of Record and translate into long-term (1-2 year) supply plans for suppliers. Provide clear reporting insights and analytics on supply plan accuracy and volatility as well as execution to the Supply Plan of Record; work with Capacity Planning, Operations and Engineering teams to identify root cause and implement solutions to mitigate issues. Design, optimize and present supply planning metrics by collaborating with stakeholders within the organization (including supportability, inventory, forecast attainment, and SLA governance). Collaborate with planning and sourcing team on multi-sourcing and substitution strategies. Design and optimize processes regarding overall Supply management and utilization. Perform scenario analysis to understand impact of component shortages, demand upside / downside, etc. to Supply Plan of Record. Maintain, validate and analyze master data and planning parameter integrity by collaborating with related teams within CSC. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with Capacity Planning, Server and Component Planning, Finance and Systems Engineering teams.

Qualifications

Minimum 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 OR Master's Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain Analytics, or related field OR equivalent experience. 1+ year of experience with large scale complex project or program management with proven track record of influence across functions, successfully setting up and executing operational processes, change management, system & tooling optimization. Other Requirements : Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and / or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following specialized security screenings : Microsoft Cloud Background Check : This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire / transfer and every two years thereafter.

Preferred qualifications : Cloud Component planning and / or sourcing experience within a tech environment. Strong analytical skills and knowledge in root cause analysis / problem solving and the ability to implement and drive corrective actions and efficiencies in a matrix environment. Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field. Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively manage key stakeholders, resolve problems and seek practical solutions. Proficiency in Enterprise Planning systems (such as SAP, Oracle, E2Open, etc.) and business intelligence engines (SQL, Power BI, Power Pivot, Tableau, etc.) are highly desired for this role. A proven track record of growth and increasing responsibility, specifically in acquiring scope / leading areas in supply chain and capacity planning. Strong understanding of S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process and / or inventory management. Experience in Supply Chain Master Data management and governance.