Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO+I) drives one of the world's largest cloud infrastructures, powering all Microsoft online products and services and advancing Microsoft's "Cloud First" mission. With a focus on smart growth, efficiency, and delivering a trusted customer experience, CO+I oversees over 200 web portals and services worldwide, ensuring infrastructure, security, compliance, and manageability.   Within CO+I, the strategic Supply Chain team is responsible for establishing a supply chain that can meet the ever-growing growth of the Cloud and our customers. We support a portfolio of complex, multi-disciplinary, multi-billion, multi-year datacenter construction and lease projects. Furthermore, we support the Operations team that manages and runs the cloud assets. We are looking to fill the critical role of **Datacenter Integration Sourcing Manager** to lead the sourcing and execution of critical services and equipment in support of the final operational turnover of our cloud infrastructure across the subregion.   In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture. 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. **Responsibilities** **Sourcing:** + Develop and execute sourcing strategies for complex projects to ensure cost optimization and supply continuity. + Create and manage RFIs/RFPs, supplier scorecards, and performance reviews. + Partner with suppliers to identify improvements, manage risks, and drive cost competitiveness. + Negotiate contracts and pricing to meet business needs and ensure supplier alignment with Microsoft’s goals. **Compliance:** + Ensure adherence to policies and educate stakeholders and suppliers on compliance requirements. + Lead supplier scorecard processes and strategic business reviews, addressing issues and driving improvements. + Monitor deliverables for accuracy, timeliness, and quality, and manage contingency plans for delays. **Procurement and Contracts:** + Execute contracts and resolve risks or roadblocks to ensure alignment with business needs. + Monitor the impact of change orders and adjust plans as necessary. **Stakeholder Collaboration:** + Develop and implement pricing and negotiation strategies for complex categories. + Collaborate with suppliers to onboard and manage relationships, ensuring alignment with Microsoft priorities. + Act as the primary liaison between suppliers and Microsoft accounts to support effective partnership management. **Other:** + Embody our culture (https://jobs.careers.microsoft.com/logout?lang=en\_us) and values (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/about) **Qualifications** **Required Qualifications:** + Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 5+ years experience (including internships) in Data Science/Analytics, Finance, Project Management, Supply Chain, and/or Operations + OR Master's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 4+ years experience in Data Science/Analytics, Finance, Project Management, Supply Chain, and/or Operations + OR equivalent experience **Additional Requirements:** + 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 background and Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 10+ years experience in Data Science/Analytics, Finance, Project Management, Supply Chain, and/or Operations + OR Master's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 8+ years experience in Data Science/Analytics, Finance, Project Management, Supply Chain, and/or Operations + Experience with the Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC) industry. Sourcing and Category Management IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $94,600 - $183,800 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 $122,000 - $200,500 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay  Microsoft will accept applications and processes offers for these roles on an ongoing basis. \#COICareers and #EPCCareers #SupplyChain Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. 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