Microsoft · 2 hours ago
Director Network Spares Sourcing & Supply
United States, Redmond, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$140K/yr - $275K/yr
6+ years expMicrosoft is a leading technology company that is scaling its Cloud business at an unprecedented pace. They are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Network Spares Sourcing & Supply to lead the global Networking spares strategy and operational execution, ensuring the right part is available at the right time and cost to support seamless data center uptime.
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Responsibilities
Develop and own Microsoft’s global Network Spares strategy to enable data center reliability and long term scalability
Guide executive decision making on portfolio priorities, investment tradeoffs, and risk mitigation across NW sparing
Benchmark industry practices and introduce outside innovation to enhance Microsoft’s Cloud Supply Chain
Lead end to end sourcing and supply operations for Networking spares, ensuring system, tool, and process readiness across near, mid, and long term horizons
Drive the rhythm of business including governance, KPI management, program tracking, and cross functional alignment
Oversee the accuracy of product lifecycle foundations including install base, BOMs, FRUs, and ECO management
Optimize global logistics footprint and supply chain flows to reduce cycle time, cost, and operational risk
Build and manage strategic supplier relationships to ensure strong RMA performance, depot inventory health, and operational compliance
Lead escalation management for RMA delays, establishing clear processes and engagement protocols across teams
Collaborate with internal and external partners to drive improvements in repair/refurbishment operations and contractual performance
Build and develop a high performing organization with a culture of collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence
Coach and mentor team members, ensuring clarity of priorities, role expectations, and professional growth
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 6+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 8+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles OR equivalent experience
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
Doctorate in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 5+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles OR Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 8+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles OR Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field AND 12+ years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing, engineering, operations, or relevant sales-related roles OR equivalent experience
3+ years of people management experience
10+ years of experience in spares supply chain, network/optics operations, or manufacturing, ideally within high tech environments
Proven success delivering medium-to-large scale programs in mission-critical industries, particularly Networking and Optics
Experience optimizing supplier performance and leading global capability improvements
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to drive insights and collaboration across global teams
Deep knowledge of forward/reverse logistics, contract manufacturing, repair/refurbishment operations, and supply chain systems (ERP, CRM)
Strong understanding of product lifecycle management, including BOM maintenance and ECO processes
Demonstrated ability to lead cross functional programs and balance technical and business considerations
Exceptional communication, executive presence, and influence skills
Company
Microsoft
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