Return To Work - Infrastructure Materials Manager

Intro: Facebook's mission is to give people the power to build community and bring the world closer together. Through our family of apps and services, we're building a different kind of company that connects billions of people around the world, gives them ways to share what matters most to them, and helps bring people closer together. Whether we're creating new products or helping a small business expand its reach, people at Facebook are builders at heart. Our global teams are constantly iterating, solving problems, and working together to empower people around the world to build community and connect in meaningful ways. Together, we can help people build stronger communities - we're just getting started.Summary: Facebook is looking for an experienced Infrastructure Materials Manager to support service of physical infrastructure. The team is responsible for logistics support and material planning for various technical teams that operate physical infrastructure. The Infrastructure Materials Manager would engage various internal customers, plan material inventory, coordinate execution activities, and enable automated processes by ensuring the necessary inputs and initial setup. This position is for an operations professional who can operate complex programs, maintain engagement with multiple stakeholders, envision the future systems & processes, and lead cross-functional efforts to support ever changing and growing customer needs.This position has a 16-week duration beginning in September 2020. All candidates should be able to commit to a consecutive 16-week timeframe for successful completion of the program. At the end of the term, those who have demonstrated their abilities to succeed and make an impact at Facebook will be considered for a full-time position. Candidates are encouraged to apply early!This program is open to all candidates who have been out of the workforce for 2 years or longer.This is a 16-week position.Required Skills:

Support Materials Management team in determining optimal supply chain execution for all products by providing analyses based on demand, failure rates, decommissions, EOL/LTB, cost, etc.

Engage with internal customers and gain understanding of their current and future needs.

Plan material for consumption at globally distributed locations.

Consolidate or generate material forecast based on data and cross-functional inputs.

Understand the underlying factors behind material demand through data analysis and cross-functional collaboration. Sense changes to demand and adjust proactively.

Formalize and standardize data analysis & coordination across IBOS, which includes, planning, fulfillment, finance & transportation, to mitigate and manage risk.

Create materials management focused executive dashboards and KPI metrics for operations all hands meetings (Tier I and Tier II metrics). Determine optimal supply chain execution thru detailed analyses.

Collaborate with adjacent teams on sourcing, quality, and production issues.

Work with vendors, manufacturers, and sourcing teams on tactical and strategic items.

Shape service models for deployed equipment. Collaborate on service and support contracts.

Minimum Qualifications:

BS degree in engineering, science, or business, or related work experience.

5+ years of supply chain experience.

Working knowledge of Supply Chain planning tools and ERP systems.

Experience in program management, vendor and stakeholder management.

Proven communication, problem solving, and interpersonal experience.

Experience working in cross-functional projects across multiple teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

In-depth understanding of systems and tools.

Industry: InternetEqual Opportunity: Facebook is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Facebook is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.