Microsoft Product Management IC5 

India, Karnataka, Bengaluru 

670976620

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in computer science, information systems, supply chain operations or related fields with overall 16+ years of experience • 10+ years of experience designing and implementing systems including custom and 3rd party solutions (such as SAP, Dynamics 365, or other ERP) • 5+ years of supply chain experience • Experience with 3rd party Supply Chain solutions such as SAP and Dynamics 365 Supply Chain experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Solid computer science and business foundations
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills – written, oral as well as presentation skills
• Ability to engage with all levels of software engineers, business partners as well as senior leadership
• Ability to lead/influence without authority
• Can-do attitude and ability to go deep in unfamiliar technology areas
• Ability to engage w/ data scientists and operations researchers
• Exceptional ability in defining and diagraming product architecture and strategy
• Strong background in Enterprise Architecture best practices, methodologies and documentation processes
• Familiarity with SAP (ECC, IBP, Ariba, MDG) solutions is a plus
• Familiarity with Blockchain/Web3 solutions is a plus
• Familiarity with Warranty and Returns compliance and global regulations
• MBA Preferred

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.

Responsibilities:

1. Facilitate Architecture Analysis: - Conduct in-depth analysis of the current and future supply chain architecture. - Identify areas for improvement and optimization to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. - Publish key designs, patterns and practices as guardrails for designs

2. Document Significant Decisions: - Document and communicate key architectural decisions. - Maintain a comprehensive record of design choices and their implications.

4. Alignment with Transformation Programs: - Collaborate with Transformation programs to ensure that architectural designs align with broader organizational goals and objectives. - Act as a liaison between supply chain initiatives and transformational efforts.

5. Maintain Reference Architecture: - Develop and maintain a robust reference architecture for the supply chain domain. - Ensure that the reference architecture aligns with industry best practices and standards.

6. Drive Architecture Review Board Reviews: - Organize and lead Architecture Review Board reviews to assess and affirm key architectural decisions. - Provide recommendations for improvements and optimizations based on review outcomes.

7. Focus Areas - Decom, Spares, Returns: - Lead initiatives focused on e2e Spares and Returns supply chain processes, Decom planning and execution. - Enhance mechanisms to manage the e2e spares supply chain. - Drive innovation in digital twin, simulation, and AI applications for spares supply chain optimization.

Requirements:-

Proven experience of 10+ years as a Supply Chain Architect or in a similar role (Supply Chain SWE, Supply Chain Product Owner).