Director, Strategy - Cloud Supply Chain Operations Job at Microsoft Corporation (Redmond)

Director - Supply Chain Execution

Within CO+I, the Core Datacenter Services (CDS) team is responsible for improvin...

Location

United States , Redmond; Atlanta; San Antonio; Phoenix; Washington DC

Salary:

139900.00 - 274800.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years experience in supply planning, operations, supply chain, indirect supply planning, technology-related supply chain, sourcing and manufacturing, engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis OR equivalent experience
3+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role
Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter

Job Responsibility

Develop and execute the strategy and standards for end-to-end supply chain operational execution throughout all nodes in the supply chain
Leads integrated supply chain activities by aligning demand, supply, logistics functions to optimize cost, service, and inventory performance
Safety & Security: Deliver safe and secure solutions for internal and external customer commitments as the highest priority
Operations: Manage day-to-day relationships with third parties to ensure compliance while maximizing output execution
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
Build working relationships across multiple disciplines (Sourcing, Finance, Data Center Operations, Suppliers and others)
Implement measurement frameworks to enable data-driven decision-making
Technical Program Management: Serve as an expert in tools and processes for managing supply and driving improvements to meet critical business outcomes
Defines and drives process changes and improvements
Creates culture and atmosphere for teams with efficient processes

Fulltime

Director Network Spares Sourcing & Supply

Microsoft’s Cloud business continues to scale at an unprecedented pace, and the ...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

139900.00 - 274800.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

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
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

Job Responsibility

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

Fulltime

Director of Supply Chain Analytics

We are seeking a seasoned Director of Supply Chain Analytics to lead our end-to-...

Location

India

Salary:

Not provided

Lingaro

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

20+ years in data analytics/AI or supply chain areas
10+ years focused on supply chain data and analytics solutions development with tangible delivery outcomes
Proven track record building and operationalizing analytics/AI solutions (not just POCs) across one or more domains: logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, supply network design, procurement, planning/forecasting, sustainability
Industry depth in CPG/retail, pharma/healthcare, industrial manufacturing
Knowledge of supply chain processes & metrics (service level, forecast accuracy, inventory turns, OTIF, COGS, capacity,...)
Understanding of sustainability analytics (LCA, supplier ESG, decarbonization levers)
Expertise in Data and Analytics for Supply Chain: Demonstrates a strong understanding of core data and analytics concepts and knows how to apply them to real-world supply chain challenges
Capable of leveraging cloud platforms and advanced analytics tools to drive meaningful improvements in areas like planning, forecasting, and operations
Brings experience in utilizing business intelligence platforms and integrating analytics into workflows, making insights accessible to supply chain planners and operators
Applies machine learning and optimization techniques to solve complex supply chain problems, ensuring solutions are scalable, reliable, and deliver measurable business value

Job Responsibility

Strategy & Practice Leadership: Define the vision, roadmap, and investment priorities for Supply Chain Analytics & AI
Build a differentiated and competitive portfolio for Supply Chain Analytics
Own commercial outcomes of the portfolio
Client Advisory, Pre-Sales & Solutioning: Lead C-level conversations, discovery workshops, value hypotheses, and business cases
Collaborate with data and AI practices to architect solution blueprints
Oversee responses to proposals, RFIs, RFPs, PoVs, PoCs, scoping, estimations, and deal shaping
Delivery Excellence & Value Realization: Act as a subject matter expert during solution development and delivery
Play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing solutions
Champion value realization by driving user enablement, embedding best practices, and utilizing performance dashboards
Continuously capture learnings and feedback from delivered projects

What we offer

Stable employment
“Office as an option” model
Flexibility regarding working hours and your preferred form of contract
Comprehensive online onboarding program with a “Buddy” from day 1
Cooperation with top-tier engineers and experts
Unlimited access to the Udemy learning platform from day 1
Certificate training programs
Upskilling support
Grow as we grow as a company
A diverse, inclusive, and values-driven community

Director, Supply Chain Analytics (Data & AI Services)

We are seeking a seasoned Director of Supply Chain Analytics to lead our end-to-...

Location

Poland

Salary:

Not provided

Lingaro

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

20+ years in data analytics/AI or supply chain areas
10+ years focused on supply chain data and analytics solutions development with tangible delivery outcomes
Proven track record building and operationalizing analytics/AI solutions (not just POCs) across one or more domains: logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, supply network design, procurement, planning/forecasting, sustainability
Industry depth in CPG/retail, pharma/healthcare, industrial manufacturing
Knowledge of supply chain processes & metrics (service level, forecast accuracy, inventory turns, OTIF, COGS, capacity,...)
Understanding of sustainability analytics (LCA, supplier ESG, decarbonization levers)
Expertise in Data and Analytics for Supply Chain: Demonstrates a strong understanding of core data and analytics concepts and knows how to apply them to real-world supply chain challenges
Capable of leveraging cloud platforms and advanced analytics tools to drive meaningful improvements in areas like planning, forecasting, and operations
Brings experience in utilizing business intelligence platforms and integrating analytics into workflows, making insights accessible to supply chain planners and operators
Applies machine learning and optimization techniques to solve complex supply chain problems, ensuring solutions are scalable, reliable, and deliver measurable business value

Job Responsibility

Strategy & Practice Leadership: Define the vision, roadmap, and investment priorities for Supply Chain Analytics & AI
Build a differentiated and competitive portfolio for Supply Chain Analytics
Own commercial outcomes of the portfolio
Client Advisory, Pre-Sales & Solutioning: Lead C-level conversations, discovery workshops, value hypotheses, and business cases
Collaborate with data and AI practices to architect solution blueprints
Oversee responses to proposals, RFIs, RFPs, PoVs, PoCs, scoping, estimations, and deal shaping
Delivery Excellence & Value Realization: Act as a subject matter expert during solution development and delivery
Play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing solutions
Champion value realization by driving user enablement, embedding best practices, and utilizing performance dashboards
Continuously capture learnings and feedback from delivered projects

What we offer

Stable employment
“Office as an option” model
Workation
Great Place to Work® certified employer
Flexibility regarding working hours and your preferred form of contract
Comprehensive online onboarding program with a “Buddy” from day 1
Cooperation with top-tier engineers and experts
Unlimited access to the Udemy learning platform from day 1
Certificate training programs
Upskilling support

Director, Supply Chain Analytics

We are seeking a seasoned Director of Supply Chain Analytics to lead our end-to-...

Location

India

Salary:

Not provided

Lingaro

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

20+ years in data analytics/AI or supply chain areas
10+ years focused on supply chain data and analytics solutions development with tangible delivery outcomes
Proven track record building and operationalizing analytics/AI solutions (not just POCs) across one or more domains: logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, supply network design, procurement, planning/forecasting, sustainability
Industry depth in CPG/retail, pharma/healthcare, industrial manufacturing
Knowledge of supply chain processes & metrics (service level, forecast accuracy, inventory turns, OTIF, COGS, capacity,...)
Understanding of sustainability analytics (LCA, supplier ESG, decarbonization levers)
Expertise in Data and Analytics for Supply Chain: Demonstrates a strong understanding of core data and analytics concepts and knows how to apply them to real-world supply chain challenges
Capable of leveraging cloud platforms and advanced analytics tools to drive meaningful improvements in areas like planning, forecasting, and operations
Brings experience in utilizing business intelligence platforms and integrating analytics into workflows, making insights accessible to supply chain planners and operators
Applies machine learning and optimization techniques to solve complex supply chain problems, ensuring solutions are scalable, reliable, and deliver measurable business value

Job Responsibility

Strategy & Practice Leadership: Define the vision, roadmap, and investment priorities for Supply Chain Analytics & AI
Build a differentiated and competitive portfolio for Supply Chain Analytics
Own commercial outcomes of the portfolio
Client Advisory, Pre-Sales & Solutioning: Lead C-level conversations, discovery workshops, value hypotheses, and business cases
Collaborate with data and AI practices to architect solution blueprints
Oversee responses to proposals, RFIs, RFPs, PoVs, PoCs, scoping, estimations, and deal shaping
Delivery Excellence & Value Realization: Act as a subject matter expert during solution development and delivery
Play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing solutions
Champion value realization by driving user enablement, embedding best practices, and utilizing performance dashboards
Continuously capture learnings and feedback from delivered projects

What we offer

Stable employment
“Office as an option” model
Flexibility regarding working hours and your preferred form of contract
Comprehensive online onboarding program with a “Buddy” from day 1
Cooperation with top-tier engineers and experts
Unlimited access to the Udemy learning platform from day 1
Certificate training programs
Upskilling support
Internal Gallup Certified Strengths Coach to support your growth
Grow as we grow as a company

New

Cloud Category Manager

Responsible for operational success, strategic alignment and integration of acti...

Location

Mexico , Guadalajara

Salary:

Not provided

NTT DATA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 6 years of experience in progressively challenging roles in supply chain management, strategic sourcing and/or category management with the majority of experience within the broad Information Technology space
Minimum 3 years of experience in IT cloud sourcing & contracting
Experience in sourcing Microsoft, Amazon Web Services and Google Cloud Platform products and services at global level
Should have a deep understanding of MSFT, AWS and GCP contracting, product and services / support services terminologies
Must have hands-on experience managing a category of IT spend and delivery on a global or regional basis
Hands-on team member able to drive a number of major, complex IT supply chain and/or cost reduction projects
Extensive experience in supplier relationship / vendor management and conducting business reviews with suppliers
Manage contract life cycle and operation activities such amendment, target tracking, maintain records & hygiene in relevant project management system
Strong understanding of IT vendor sales and pricing models, as well as support and maintenance services
Must have demonstrated ability to effectively manage commercial and strategic relationships on a global basis with Tier-I IT suppliers

Job Responsibility

Work with NTT Operating Company stakeholders to help Category Directors develop, implement and manage the IT Supply Chain and Sourcing strategy across NTT globally
Support and help implement the over-arching strategy across NTT’s multi-billion annual spend in Hardware, Software and related services
Responsible for supporting and helping manage all elements of the strategy, which include reduce cost, improve operational performance, mitigate risk and improve the overall financial performance of NTT through its acquisition and management of IT assets
Manage the strategy on an on-going basis, ensuring it is communicated and adhered-to across all regions and Operating Companies
Assemble and lead cross-functional teams to drive the IT Supply Chain and Sourcing strategy
Partner with stakeholders in the Operating Companies, Accounts, Delivery, Alliances and Global Procurement (GP) on a number of IT cost savings and performance improvement initiatives
Work alongside other Procurement leaders and teams, as well as leadership across the NTT Operating Companies to analyze spend, assess current and changing market forces across the IT industry, and assess current commercial arrangements
Develop working relationships with key internal stakeholders to ensure IT requirements are defined and demand is accurately reflected
Team with NTT Operating Companies to drive improved operational performance – such as supply/demand planning, cycle times, forecasting, maintenance practices and contractual compliance

Director Regional Equipment Sourcing & Procurement

Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO&I) is the team behind the cloud. W...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

130900.00 - 277200.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 5+ years experience in data science/analytics, finance, project management, supply chain, and/or operation OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 7+ years experience in data science/analytics, finance, project management, supply chain, and/or operation 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

Job Responsibility

Develop and own procurement strategies for major data center equipment categories (e.g., UPS systems, generators, switchgear, power distribution units, chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, & HAC)
Conduct project assessments, regional segmentation, and cost modeling to identify opportunities for optimization
Lead RFx processes (RFI/RFP/RFQ) from requirements gathering through supplier selection and contract execution
Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, benchmarking regional projects, and long‑term sourcing roadmaps in partnership with Category teams
Establish and manage supplier relationships, ensuring quality, capacity, delivery performance, and continuous improvement
Conduct weekly reviews (WBRs), risk assessments, and corrective action plans
Partner with suppliers on New Product Introduction (NPI), scaling production capacity, and engineering alignment across regional projects
Negotiate commercial terms for project specifics, enforce master supply agreements, service-level expectations
Ensure compliance with legal, commercial, and operational standards
Mitigate supply chain and geopolitical risks through multi-sourcing, inventory planning, and long-term strategy

Fulltime

Director of Data Strategy and Insights

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on leader for the Director of Data Strat...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

130900.00 - 251900.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master's Degree in Mathematics, Analytics, Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Economics or related field AND 4+ years experience in data analysis and reporting, data science, business intelligence, or business and financial analysis OR Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Analytics, Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Economics or related field AND 6+ years experience in data analysis and reporting, data science, business intelligence, or business and financial analysis OR equivalent experience
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements
Required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter

Job Responsibility

Lead the analytics function for Core Datacenter Services spares supply chain, driving insights that drive supply chain and operations decisions
Set the vision, drive prioritization, and guide technical approaches for leveraging data across all of Supply Chain and Data Center Operations to identify and pursue the right business opportunities
Utilize Microsoft technologies to revolutionize data analytics growth within the team, enhancing the speed, accuracy, and scalability of data analysis and insight generation
Develop and manage relationships with program and business leaders across the organization to understand objectives and identify opportunities
Collaborate closely with other Microsoft Data Analytics and Data Engineering teams to deliver data-informed solutions to address the business's most essential needs
Create and maintain a data analytics roadmap
Run sprint/quarter/semester planning and foster cross-team collaboration to deliver complex projects
Develop and deploy Business Intelligence solutions to measure performance, identify trends, and enable data-driven decisions across the spares supply chain ecosystem
Oversee development and enhancement of analytics solution
Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing analytics team focused on operational excellence and innovation

Fulltime

Director, Strategy - Cloud Supply Chain Operations

Microsoft Corporation

Location:
United States , Redmond

Category:
Logistics

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Posted:
March 26, 2026

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