Product Lifecycle Manager, Xbox

Microsoft•Redmond, WA

22h

About The Position

Microsoft is seeking a Product Lifecycle Manager to join the Xbox Supply Chain team and drive end-to-end supply chain strategy and performance in support of financial and category targets for Xbox Hardware. The role coordinates hardware program transitions and serves as a focal contact for product programs, partnering worldwide with business groups, development, marketing, channel partners, and operations teams. The position develops and operationalizes compliant, cost-effective plans for product launches and end-of-life transitions while supporting a positive customer experience. It contributes to business growth and profitability through operational support, supply chain readiness, and effective cross-functional program management. The role is classified as Business Program Management IC3.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Finance, or a related field and 2+ years of experience in program management, process management, or process improvement, or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

Exceptional ability to influence business decisions and results through cross-boundary collaboration.
Demonstrated experience driving global programs and understanding multicultural implications of global business and processes.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Solid analytical and problem-resolution skills in an ambiguous environment.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically.
Strong attention to detail and process orientation.
Solid facilitation and consensus-building skills.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Finance, or a related field and 2+ years of work experience in program management, process management, or process improvement, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Manage supply chain readiness activities in support of the product roadmap for a line of business.
Engage business groups early to model supply chain volume, cost, and complexity tradeoffs and help shape go-to-market plans.
Project-manage the full program lifecycle, from business concept through production and end of life, including requirements, Plan of Record, change control, risks and mitigations, issues and escalations, 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 relationships with a cross-functional virtual team; facilitate planning, communication, and issue resolution; and drive decisions to establish and achieve the Plan of Record.
Provide program status updates and drive decisions at lead times that support the business.