Microsoft job listing suggests continued support for physical Xbox games

Microsoft is recruiting for a full-time Games Supply Strategist, according to a recent job posting. This job belongs to the supply chain department. The role involves organizing physical game rollouts on various systems and overseeing product availability, shipping, and sales across every stage.

The strategist will design worldwide shipping plans, manage stock placement, and work alongside departments like manufacturing, engineering, marketing, finance, and sales. The duties also involve making sure disc-based titles arrive at proper retail outlets while satisfying financial targets.

While the posting does not confirm Microsoft's long-term plans for physical media, executive Asha Sharma has suggested that users should have options regarding Xbox Helix and teased that the console will include a disc drive.