Sr. Supply Planning Manager

Microsoft • Austin, TX

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About The Position

Develop and implement inventory management policies, procedures, and best practices that ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. Establish and monitor inventory performance metrics, such as inventory turnover, service level, fill rate, and excess and obsolete inventory. Analyze inventory data and trends, and provide insights and recommendations for inventory optimization and improvement. Own inventory forecasting, replenishment, and allocation processes, and ensure alignment with sales and operations planning (SOP). Manage inventory budget, inventory valuation, and inventory-related expenses. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to support new product launches, production ramp, and end-of-life transitions. Evaluate and implement inventory management software and systems, and ensure data integrity and system integration

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain Analytics, or related field AND 3+ years supply planning, operations, supply chain, indirect supply planning, technology-related supply chain, sourcing and manufacturing, Sales & Operations Planning, material requirement planning systems and tools or related experience OR Master's Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain Analytics, or related field AND 1+ year(s) supply planning, operations, supply chain, indirect supply planning, technology-related supply chain, sourcing and manufacturing, Sales & Operations Planning, material requirement planning systems and tools or related experience OR equivalent experience. These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following specialized security screenings:
• 7+ years of experience in inventory management, preferably in a wholesale distribution environment.
• Ability to lead, support, and develop teams in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly, present information effectively, and engage in collaborative negotiation with diverse audiences.
• Proficient in inventory management software and systems, such as ERP, WMS, and Excel.
• Knowledge of inventory management principles, methods, and techniques, such as ABC analysis, EOQ, safety stock, and inventory turnover.
• Knowledge of supply chain, logistics, and distribution processes and best practices.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and quality

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in developing agentic AI solutions to streamline inventory analytics and enhance inventory metric reporting is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement inventory management policies, procedures, and best practices that ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Establish and monitor inventory performance metrics, such as inventory turnover, service level, fill rate, and excess and obsolete inventory.
• Analyze inventory data and trends, and provide insights and recommendations for inventory optimization and improvement.
• Own inventory forecasting, replenishment, and allocation processes, and ensure alignment with sales and operations planning (SOP).
• Manage inventory budget, inventory valuation, and inventory-related expenses.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to support new product launches, production ramp, and end-of-life transitions.
• Evaluate and implement inventory management software and systems, and ensure data integrity and system integration

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees