Director, Network Infrastructure Supply Chain Execution

Microsoft • Redmond, WA

2d • $130,900 - $303,600 • Hybrid

About The Position

At Microsoft, our Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) organization powers the infrastructure behind the world’s fastest-growing AI and cloud platforms. The Datacenter Integration (DCI) Procurement team plays a critical role in enabling predictable delivery of capacity across a rapidly expanding global datacenter portfolio. We are seeking an execution-oriented leader to serve as Director, Network Infrastructure Supply Chain Execution, responsible for translating long-term fiber and telecom capacity strategies into executable supply plans that support DCI capacity delivery. The role owns the operationalization of supplier capacity after strategic agreements are established—ensuring demand is translated into actionable forecasts, orders, production plans, delivery schedules, and installation readiness. This leader will provide end-to-end visibility across fiber and telecom supply, proactively managing supplier capacity and escalating delivery risks that could impact data center milestones. A key focus will be establishing and scaling the AMER fiber installation supply chain, creating an integrated model that connects material supply, installers, demand, and project execution. Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

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.
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, operations, supplier management, or infrastructure delivery.
• Demonstrated experience translating long-range demand or commercial commitments into supplier capacity and execution plans.
• Experience managing complex supplier delivery, constraints, escalations, and recovery plans.
• Strong cross-functional leadership, analytical, supplier-management, and executive communication skills.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with fiber, telecom, network infrastructure, structured cabling, or data center infrastructure.
• Experience managing both material supply and installation/service-provider capacity.
• Experience building or transforming supply chain operating models across multiple projects or geographies.
• Demonstrated success managing high-growth infrastructure supply chains with long lead times and complex capacity constraints.

Responsibilities

• Translate long-range fiber and telecom demand and capacity agreements into executable supplier production, allocation, ordering, and delivery plans.
• Maintain a forward-looking view of demand versus committed supplier capacity, ensuring capacity secured through strategic agreements is converted into supply when and where projects require it.
• Maintain visibility to critical fiber and telecom deliveries, identify supply constraints early, and lead supplier escalations and recovery plans to protect capacity milestones.
• Stand up and scale the fiber installation supply chain across the Americas, developing the supplier ecosystem, capacity model, operating processes, and performance mechanisms required to support regional growth.
• Lead the transition toward a more holistic fiber procurement model that integrates material demand, supplier capacity, installation requirements, project schedules, and inventory/redeployment opportunities across the portfolio.
• Establish operating rhythms with manufacturers, telecom suppliers, distributors, and installation partners to manage capacity, production, delivery, quality, and execution risks.
• Partner with Planning, Engineering, Construction, regional procurement, and project teams to aggregate demand and translate project requirements into a portfolio-level connectivity supply plan.
• Establish KPIs and executive visibility for capacity utilization, forecast accuracy, supplier readiness, delivery performance, installation capacity, and risks to DCI delivery.

Benefits

• Relocation support will be provided
• This role is eligible for benefits and other compensation.
• The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $130,900 - $277,200 per year.
• There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $165,600 - $303,600 per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director