Microsoft · 3 hours ago
Sr. Supply Chain Planner
Redmond, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$117K/yr - $204K/yr
7+ years expMicrosoft is expanding its Cloud business and the Cloud Supply Chain organization is pivotal in supporting the infrastructure for this growth. The Sr. Supply Chain Planner will be responsible for forecasting, demand planning, and supply planning, directly impacting the success of Microsoft's cloud services.
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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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain Analytics, or related field AND 7+ years 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 AND 3+ years supply planning, operations, supply chain, indirect supply planning, technology-related supply chain, sourcing and manufacturing, or related experience
OR equivalent experience
3+ years of cloud Component planning and/or sourcing experience within a tech environment
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
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
Experience running team operations
10 years of experience with multiple supply chain roles
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
Company
Microsoft
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