Microsoft Director Distribution Strategy Fulfillment & Logistics 

United States, Washington 

21731766

to support the Operational Supply Chain across datacenters globally. This role will own developing the strategy to scale and optimize our data center storage and distribution network as well as executing on the vision.

Required/Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Operations, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field, AND 9+ years’ experience in supply chain distribution & logistics operations, warehouse management, inventory data analysis, and / or experience working with international manufacturers
  • OR equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of distribution & logistics, fulfillment, warehouse management, 3PL and 4PL management, spares parts planning, inventory management, or supply chain management experience in a large-scale cloud-based technology business or similar industry.
• 4+ years of experience in both first- and third-party ERP/MPS/MRP/WMS/TMS systems and inventory control methods, coordinating system shipments, warehousing, transportation, returns, refurbishments, and warranty process.

Background Check 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.

While not required, we also look for the followingPreferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree AND 12+ years’ experience in supply chain operations & engineering, product/program management, data analysis, or product development
  • OR equivalent experience.
• 8+ years’ experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
• 7+ years’ experience in Supply Chain Operations & Finance, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Reverse Logistics Operations, knowledge of field service operations, and APICS certification.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of cloud infrastructure and datacenter environments such as power, physical space, rack units, cooling, cable routing and management.
• Proven background in program management methodologies, approaches, and tools (e.g. PMP/Six Sigma certification).

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:Microsoft will accept applications for the role until February 4, 2025.

• Develop and execute the strategy and standards for our distribution network and logistics across global data centers, in line with the overall company goals and objectives, while delivering on key delivery metrics such as On Time in Full (OTIF), Inventory Turns, Excess & Obsolescence.
• Safety & Security: Deliver safe and secure solutions for internal and external customer commitments as the highest priority.
• Availability: Ensure inventory availability at the right place at the right time for the right cost placing expertly balancing business and customer needs to ensure seamless customer experiences.
• Operations: Manage day-to-day relationships with third parties to ensure compliance while maximizing output execution. Adapt operations to meet varied operational compliance needs based upon geographical regulations and requirements while maintaining maximum efficiency. Ensure that business processes are systematized for consistent service delivery, increasing efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Update job knowledge by remaining aware of new regulations and compliance requirements based on localized markets across the globe.
• Quality & Financials: Drive the development and execution of the organization’s logistical/operational strategy. Successfully manage all inbound freight activity with international OEMs, manufacturers and contract manufacturers. Design and develop long-term warehousing and third-party logistics strategy. Ensure measurement and effectiveness of all internal and external processes throughout all layers of the operational structure. Create reports to demonstrate the success of operational activities, analyze results, report on key metrics, and findings.
• Supply Chain Management: Escalate and resolve field supply chain issues, prioritize service based on material lead times and availability, track and analyze material consumption trends, review engineering change orders affecting spare parts, ensure HW compatibility for spare parts.
• Build strong working relationships across multiple disciplines (Sourcing, Finance, Data Center Operations, Suppliers and others), cultivating strategic relationships and influence across the organization.
• Implement measurement frameworks to enable data-driven decision-making, work independently and be agile in a dynamic and growing environment.
• Provide expertise needed for departments to collect performance metrics, oversee customer support, and define, lead, and mentor others in direct customer engagements.