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APAC Business Operation Director - Datacenter

APAC Business Operation Director - Datacenter

Microsoft India Pvt LtdINDIA
6 days ago
Job description

Overview

Microsofts Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO I) is the engine that powers our cloud services.

APAC Business Operation Director has three main scopes under responsibilities : Financial Budgeting & Analysis, Sourcing & Procurement, and Operational Efficiency Improvement. Finance Budgeting & Analysis plays a crucial role by managing its financial resources, supporting strategic planning, and maintaining financial health. Sourcing and Procurement is responsible for acquiring the goods and services to operate efficiently and cost-effectively. This includes everything from maintenance & repair to office supplies and outsourced services. Operational Efficiency Improvement plays a critical role in driving continuous improvement and efficiency across APAC DC Operation. The focus is on streamlining processes, reducing waste, and building a culture of performance and innovation.

Qualifications Educational Qualifications

Required :

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or Engineering.
  • Lean or Six Sigma Certification.

Preferred :

  • Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)
  • Certified in Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
  • Experience

  • Experience in financial budgeting and financial analysis.
  • Minimum : 5 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain.
  • Experience managing global or multi-regional functions is a strong advantage.
  • Minimum : 5 years of experience in continuous improvement roles leading and coaching Lean Sigma projects.
  • Core Skills and Competencies

  • Leadership and Team Management
  • Financial Acumen
  • Analytical Skills
  • Excellent Communication
  • Strategic Sourcing Expertise
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Risk and Compliance Knowledge
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Process Optimization Expertise
  • Training and Coaching
  • Responsibilities Financial Budgeting & Analysis

  • Prepare annual budgets and forecasts for Opex and Capex.
  • Monitor actual performance against budget.
  • Analyse financial trends and variances.
  • Conduct thorough financial analysis to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Sourcing and Procurement

  • Identify and evaluate potential suppliers.
  • Develop sourcing strategies aligned with business goals.
  • Analyse market trends to find cost-saving opportunities.
  • Build and maintain relationships with suppliers.
  • Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service-level agreements (SLAs).
  • Monitor supplier performance, compliance, and risk.
  • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure purchases are within approved budgets.
  • Support just-in-time procurement to reduce carrying costs.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, legal standards, and ethical practices.
  • Conduct due diligence on suppliers for quality, sustainability, and ethical sourcing.
  • Efficiency Improvement

  • Define performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Identify opportunities for improvement across APAC Data Center Ops.
  • Deploy continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies like Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen.
  • Facilitate workshops and cross-functional teams to solve complex operational challenges.
  • Support cross-departmental alignment and efficiency.
  • Coach teams on problem-solving, root cause analysis, and decision-making frameworks.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with finance, data center operations, legal, logistics, and Central Teams in HQ.
  • Locations

  • Singapore
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