Logistics Technician — Microsoft
- Location
- Zürich
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 2 days ago
Role overview
As a Microsoft Logistics Technician, 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.
- As a Microsoft Logistics Technician, 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.
- 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.
- Required
- High School Diploma AND 6 months experience or an internship in inventory management, retail, warehouse management, or a related field
Main 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.
Key requirements
- Required
- High School Diploma AND 6 months experience or an internship in inventory management, retail, warehouse management, or a related field
- OR equivalent experience. Background Check 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 Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
- While not required, we also look for the following Preferred Qualifications :
- 1+ years’ experience in warehouse/supply chain in an information technology (IT) environment, IT, and/or logistics, operating heavy-load movement equipment (e.g., forklift, pallet jacks, chassis lifts) for a large corporation Logistics Technician ATR-B
- The typical base pay range for this role across Switzerland is CHF 66,900.00
- CHF 91,200.00 per year.
- Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.
- Find additional benefits and pay information here:
Application process
- 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.
Company and context
- 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.
Additional details
- OR equivalent experience. Background Check Requirements:
- 1+ years’ experience in warehouse/supply chain in an information technology (IT) environment, IT, and/or logistics, operating heavy-load movement equipment (e.g., forklift, pallet jacks, chassis lifts) for a large corporation Logistics Technician ATR-B
Notes and original content
- Responsibilities
- Qualifications
- OR equivalent experience.
- Background Check Requirements:
- 1+ years’ experience in warehouse/supply chain in an information technology (IT) environment, IT, and/or logistics, operating heavy-load movement equipment (e.g., forklift, pallet jacks, chassis lifts) for a large corporation
- Logistics Technician ATR-B
Questions about this listing
What salary does Microsoft offer for this role?
Microsoft lists CHF 73'500 - 111'500 gross per year for this position in Zürich. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Microsoft offer?
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Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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