Product Lifecycle Manager, Xbox
About The Position
Microsoft is seeking a Product Lifecycle Manager (PLM) to join the Xbox Supply Chain team and drive end-to-end supply chain strategy and performance for Xbox Hardware. The role coordinates and oversees hardware program transitions and serves as a focal contact for product programs, partnering with business groups, development and marketing teams, channel partners, and operations teams worldwide. The PLM develops and operationalizes plans for product launches and end of life, with a focus on compliance, cost effectiveness, and a positive customer experience. The position supports business growth and profitability through operational program management, supply chain readiness, and cross-functional coordination.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Finance, or a related field, plus 4 or more years of experience in program management, process management, or process improvement; or equivalent experience.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Business, Operations, Finance, or a related field, plus 6 or more years of experience in program management, process management, or process improvement; or equivalent experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Finance, or a related field, plus 8 or more years of experience in program management, process management, or process improvement; or equivalent experience.
Responsibilities
- Manage supply chain readiness activities to support the product roadmap for a line of business.
- Engage business groups early to model supply chain volume, cost, and complexity tradeoffs, shape the go-to-market plan, and support business outcomes.
- Project manage program lifecycle activities from business concept through production and end of life, including requirements, Plan of Record, change control, risk and mitigation planning, issue and escalation management, triage, cross-group coordination, milestones, and timelines.
- Identify process improvements, system enhancements, and resource requirements to support new products and businesses.
- Provide program management to ensure improvements meet requirements and timelines.
- Build and maintain working relationships with cross-functional virtual teams, facilitating proactive planning, communication, issue resolution, and key decisions to establish and achieve the Plan of Record.
- Provide program status updates and drive decisions at appropriate lead times to support the business.
Benefits
- Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation; specific benefits are not listed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
