Job Description

As a Microsoft Data Center Inventory & Asset Technician (DIAT), you will perform cycle audits, execute incoming/outgoing deliveries, coordinate security escorts for third-party vendors, and document inbound and outbound deliveries as instructed by management. You will initiate warranty claims and process returns on failed equipment. This opportunity will allow you to build working knowledge of inventory management principles, warranty process management, data bearing device destruction, and advance your career in the process.

Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a CO+I DIAT, you will perform a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's online services including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform. As a group, CO+I is focused on the personal and professional development of all employees and offers training and opportunities including Career Rotation Programs, Diversity & Inclusion training and events, and professional certifications.

Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 200 Data Centers in 32 countries and millions of servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter experts working to support services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries worldwide. With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our data center design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider.

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

• Perform assigned tasks and escalate issues during high-volume work activity or escalation-based situations under the guidance of more experienced Data Center colleagues.
• Coordinate with suppliers to initiate warranty claim and process failed vendor hardware devices. This includes information processing, packaging, shipment, and receipt of return for Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) devices following all Service Level Agreements (SLAs) related to RMA warranty process.
• Develop working knowledge of stock control and inventory management practices and procedures.

• Ensure accurate documentation of incoming and outgoing deliveries as well as records.

• Become familiar with guidelines set by Microsoft contractual agreements with suppliers and maintain a strong customer focus.

• Perform cycle audits and data corrections to ensure all inventory controls are met.
• Help to reconcile and report inventory discrepancies.
• Ensure detailed physical inventory tracking and staging.

• Under the supervision of more experienced Data Center colleagues, destruction of data bearing devices (DBD) following all Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Microsoft policies.
• Comply with all security and data management policies.

• Embody our culture and values

Qualifications

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Business Administration professional to support daily data center operations and ensure organizational efficiency. This role will support cross-functional teams and play a key part in administrative coordination and operational support, while also assisting in logistics activities, including customs documentation for import and export processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day administrative operations, including documentation and process coordination
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (operations, finance, procurement) to support business execution
• Assist in logistics activities by preparing and processing customs documentation (e.g., invoices, packing lists, permits)
• Track documentation status and support resolution of basic shipment or compliance issues
• Identify simple process improvement opportunities and support implementation
  

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Management, Logistics, or related field
• Minimum of 6 months experience preferred in administrative, operations, or business support roles
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Basic understanding of business operations and administrative processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Good communication and stakeholder coordination skills
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)
• Ability to embody Microsoft culture, values, and leadership principles (growth mindset, accountability, collaboration, and inclusion)

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to export-import processes or customs documentation
• Basic understanding of customs regulations, trade compliance, and shipping processes

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.