Key Responsibilities:
o Meet regularly with assigned suppliers to review all Purchase Orders (PO) placed by MSFT, assure compliance and supportability
o Meet regularly with assigned suppliers to review forecasts and align on future supportability
o Manage supplier metrics including but not limited to on-time delivery, PO cycle time, deviation, reliability, and delivery discrepancies by each supplier to improve performance
o Manage escalations to Supply Chain and Sourcing teams to ensure POs are not blocked nor rejected by supplier
o Communicate delivery and tracking information to regional supply hubs
o Ensure key attributes such as pricing, lead-times, minimum order quantities are updated in key Microsoft tools to minimize PO blockage and supplier rejections
o Identify process improvement opportunities and work with cross functional teams to improve tools and processes to better meet our global requirements
Basic Qualifications:
o 3-5 years in Electronics manufacturing supply planning or similar role
o Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, or related field
o Broad knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes (PCBA’s) and logistics
o Procure to Pay management experience
o Inventory management experience
o Basic proficiency with MS Office Applications, focus on Excel and PowerPoint
o Fluent in English
Preferred Qualifications:
o Direct experience in electronics assembly and server industry
o Deep understanding of Supply Planning elements, tools, and processes
o Proven track record in delivering change, process improvement, and lean manufacturing solutions
o Experience with MRP/ERP systems, including material planning specific software such as SAP or Oracle
o Expert level with MS Office Applications, focus on Excel and PowerPoint
o Fluent in Mandarin
o Spares and Warranty experience is a plus
Personal Attributes:
o Possess business acumen, able to think and plan strategically, and able to execute tasks with strong attention to detail
o Confident communication, interpersonal & presentation skills
o Results orientated with strong analytical and problem resolution skills
o Ability to work under continual deadline constraints
o Critical thinking and ability to drive resolution in ambiguous situations
o Comfortable working in a fast-pace, high-growth environment
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.