Procurement

Job summaryAt Amazon, our vision is to be Earth's most customer and employee-centric company. Our passion for invention leads us to pioneer and globalize new businesses and customer offerings daily. As we rapidly become the world’s largest consumer of corporate services in many categories, the Global Corporate Procurement team is seeking a Global Category Manager, Indirect Procurement to join our team in North America. This role will be based out of either Arlington, VA or Austin, Texas.Global Category Managers play a pivotal role at Amazon, leading strategic sourcing engagements across a wide range of business units to enable new initiatives to launch and scale rapidly. GCMs are expert practitioners in creating competitive environments, and have a strong bias for decision-making rooted in data and analytics. They routinely advise senior Amazon leaders on innovative sourcing strategies that create sustainable, long-term partnerships. They are highly effective communicators, able to articulate the value proposition of partnering with procurement.Key job responsibilities• Establishing strong relationships with internal business partners; building a robust understanding of strategic business direction, requirements and priorities across assigned suppliers and/or spend categories.• Supporting execution of sourcing events across all indirect spend categories• Delivering savings and increased spend under management by driving adoption of a automated self-service sourcing technology application• Supporting enhancements and the product development roadmap of the self-service sourcing application based upon purchasing history and stakeholder sourcing requirements• Managing the fundamentals of sourcing and supplier engagement activities including RFx, spend pattern analysis, contract analysis, bid evaluation, negotiations, and supplier consolidation.• Working with business and finance leaders to identify and drive savings and controllership improvements, focusing on total cost of ownership.• Providing guidance to internal stakeholders on procurement strategies; maintaining procurement ethics in accordance with Amazon’s global policies.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS• 5+ years of relevant strategic sourcing experience, to include at minimum, 3 years in an indirect procurement function, at a multinational corporation, with global contracts. • 5+ years of practicing best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, etc.). • 5+ years with spend categories under management to include three or more of the following: IT Software, IT Services, Corporate Services, Marketing, Contingent labor, Facilities and Real estate, Capital Expenditure and Tail Spend (Indirect Categories). ...

At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. We regularly build and expand our Fulfillment Centers, Sortation Centers, and Delivery Stations, strategically sourcing products and services to better serve our customers. We are seeking an innovative and analytical candidate with deep expertise in the global supply chain landscape. This role involves collaborating with multiple teams to develop highly accurate cost models for negotiations, with the goal of optimizing expenditures and maximizing efficiency across our operations. Experience working with diverse global teams and effectively communicating with stakeholders is essential. We’re looking for exceptionally talented, bright, and driven individuals to lead innovation in Procurement Cost Engineering. Join us and help make history. We are seeking an experienced, versatile, and customer-obsessed Procurement Manager in Cost Engineering who will drive cost optimization efforts across one or more procurement categories (e.g., Packaging, Robotics, Material Handling Equipment, CAPEX, Freight, Technology). The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building and implementing bottom-up should cost models to support negotiations in procurement as well as driving Value Engineering programs. Ability to steer extended cross-discipline teams, as well as project management and executive presentation skills, are essential. This opportunity requires excellent technical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ideal candidates thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, delivery-focused environment. Key job responsibilities• Support the development and execution of a comprehensive cost-engineering roadmap, establishing should-cost models and targets to improve procurement efficiency and cost visibility. • Assist in introducing cost engineering and value engineering methodologies across the organization and supplier networks. • Contribute to value management efforts by supporting the organization and participating in functional analysis workshops with internal and external stakeholders to identify cost-saving opportunities and enhance product value. • Utilize costing methodologies and tools to prepare detailed bottom-up cost models and should-cost targets during the design, specification, and development phases. • Support the preparation and evaluation of tenders and supplier quotations by providing detailed cost insights and preparing negotiation dossiers. • Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to drive product innovations, value engineering initiatives, and continuous cost improvement strategies. • Develop and enhance specification templates with category managers to standardize and streamline procurement processes. • Track and report cost engineering KPIs and scorecards to assess supplier performance, strengthen business partnerships, and track cost improvement goals. • Provide summaries of cost analysis findings to management to support decision-making.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations, engineering, analytics or related field- 3+ years of supply chain experience- 3+ years of program or project management experience- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience- 3+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL ...

At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people. If you'd like to help us build the place to find and buy anything online, this is your chance to make history. We are seeking a Sr. Category Manager to strategically source products and services within our Global Procurement Organization, Equipment Category with a focus on MHE (Material Handling Equipment). The person in this role will coordinate with several teams across Amazon and will interact with our most important suppliers to satisfy organizational requirements. The position will work and partner with multiple teams to develop and execute category sourcing strategies, deliver savings and improve productivity across the category. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, and a creative, critical thinker with motivation to learn. You must be an effective communicator and be able to work independently and as a leader of peers to generate high-quality work product in a collaborative, creative, ever-changing, and sometimes ambiguous environment. You must have a professional demeanor and be able to partner with people at every level. Key Job Responsibilities: - Establish category sourcing strategies, lead cross-functional strategic sourcing teams, negotiate with suppliers and execute contracts to optimize Amazon’s competitive position - Drive appropriate relationships with category suppliers, with a principal objective of achieving the optimal solution and cost of ownership that meets the business’ goals supported by a culture of continuous improvement with performance benchmarks in use - Manage category suppliers to proactively identify, monitor and optimize opportunities - Act as a market intelligence provider regarding categories; anticipate strategic opportunities and keep key stakeholders informed - Drive category suppliers in Supplier Relationship Management activities to mitigate risk, improve performance and add value to Amazon - Identify, achieve and report on savings and value targets for category sourcing activities - Align with internal customers and understand the business application of the category Key Performance Indicators: - Earn the trust of key stakeholders to drive alignment with the business - Create a category strategy in conjunction with internal customers to ensure there is a comprehensive, unified approach for the category. - Achieve yearly cost saving or value targets appropriate to the category aligned with annual budget processes. - Define and report on key metrics that measure effectiveness of supply and cost savings - Champion standards and process improvements BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 5+ years of supply chain experience- 5+ years of program or project management experience- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements- Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership- Bachelor's degree ...

As a Site Procurement Manager for the Amazon Fulfillment Center team, you will serve as the bridge between centralized Procurement and the building leadership. You will own the site’s indirect procurement operation responsibilities at a site level, including vendor management of 3rd party service providers, purchase order management, and inventory management. You will lead supplier management KPI and metrics reporting, and work with stakeholders to find and understand deviation and improvement areas. You will provide procurement leadership and align with the building leadership team to drive efficiencies and improvements at the site(s).• Provide procurement operations support for the fulfillment center, including supplier management (goods and services), non-inventory labor, flow, and space models, cycle counts, inventory management, and procurement transaction and expediting support. • Lead and develop team of non-Inventory associates to ensure building has adequate resources and is set up for success.• Develop deep knowledge of non-inventory items and align with like buildings to drive best practices• Manage and drive safety compliance for non-inventory teams during day-to-day activities and partner with regional/local safety teams for safety issues and escalations at the site level.• Manage KPI to measure, control and benchmark procurement processes including creation of recurring metrics reports to drive improvements for the Operations network• Develop relationship across the building and network to ensure best practices are being shared and implemented• Align with internal customers, Finance and Procurement Operations to understand budgetary targets by building and develop methods of measuring and defining savings, value and other category metrics• Assist Finance and internal customers to determine budgets and maintenance for blanket PO management.• Using input from the category team, build the category metrics model to track and monitor performance in relationship to the category strategy, such as supplier scorecard and other site audits on 3P services.• Measure actual vs planned savings; as savings trends are identified, own action plans to meet goals and develop solutions• Work in partnership both internally and with suppliers to develop innovative solutions to provide Procurement support to the Operations network• Develop and implement ways to measure suppliers to drive continuous performance improvement on behalf of Amazon• Coordinate the demand identification, procurement, and inventory management of all non-merchandise items required for building operation. This includes corrugate, packing materials, labor and janitorial services, etc.• Partner with AP, Suppliers and various internal teams to ensure timely resolution of vendor payment issues• Support the centralized Procurement team (iSChOC), and Global Procurement Organization (GPO) Pillars, including ProcOps, Category, Supplier Diversity, Supplier Management, Procurement Excellence, Reusables, Technology, and PMO.• Work is done in a warehouse environment that requires frequent walking around the building. You should feel comfortable working in an environment with varying temperatures as many buildings have dock doors that open throughout shifts.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- • 1+ years of Excel or Tableau (data manipulation, macros, charts and pivot tables) experience- • 1+ years of employee and performance management experience- • 3+ years of supply chain experience- • 3+ years of supply chain operations experience- • Bachelor's degree, or 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience- • Experience with supplier or vendor relationship management ...

Amazon's Global Procurement Organization tackles business challenges that help internal customers with innovative procurement strategies. We create value in the supply chain, strive for optimization, and act with one global voice and vision. The Category team owns the strategic relationships with suppliers & internal stakeholders. The team identifies & leads strategic sourcing activities to lower overall total cost of ownership for Amazon operations, ensuring equipment & service availability meet business owner requirements. The team develops & negotiates framework agreements to reduce risk & support local teams in project specific needs relevant to category. This role in the facility services team will have broad responsibility to define the procurement strategy for the janitorial category, sourcing vendors and innovative tools and processes to support a large network of Amazon stakeholders across multiple business lines. Key job responsibilities- Develop and deliver long term sourcing strategies, lead key initiatives with cross-functional teams; drive the decision making process of the category roadmap with regional senior leadership- Drive commercial relationships with suppliers, with a principal objective of achieving optimal cost and performance- Lead supplier performance management including improving sustainability & social responsibility- Coordinate and collaborate with local teams to deploy and manage the implementation of your defined strategiesA day in the life- Autonomy to innovate and deliver new approaches that impact the bottom and the top line - Learn from people with a wide variety of professional backgroundsAbout the teamThe GPO janitorial category objective is to provide a hygienic, pleasant, and safe environment for associates, staff, suppliers, visitors and guests. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 5+ years of program or project management experience- 5+ years of supply chain experience- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements- Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership- Bachelor's degree ...

The Site Procurement Operations Center (SPOC) is seeking an Operations Manager to drive key initiatives across our global organization. You will be responsible for managing a large team of associates and managers and delivering results for our business partners. You will work with partners at sites and with category managers and vendors to drive non-inventory supply readiness to hundreds of Amazon sites. You will work cross functionally across Global Procurement Operations (GPO) pillars including Category, Supplier Management, and Site Procurement while partnering with operations and suppliers to balance risk and efficiency in our global supply chain. This role will be required to invent and simplify and continually rethink how we manage inventory, execute our processes, raise our level of service for customers, and insist on the highest standards in developing our team. You will be at the center of the indirect supply chain at Amazon, working across functional lines to bring together non-inventory, operations, transportation, and safety teams to ensure the movement of supply through the Amazon network. The Site Procurement Operations Center (SPOC), reporting into the Global Procurement Organization (GPO), ensures that Amazon gets value for money for non-inventory goods to provide the Fulfillment Centers with the necessary shipping supplies they need to operate smoothly. This includes securing the constant flow of packaging goods and services, supplied at the best overall value to the business on a day to day basis, Blanket Purchase Order management, Key Performance Indicators (KPI) bridging ownership, Accounts Payable invoice hold resolution, site launch support, and escalation management. SPOC currently provides these services for ~1600 sites across 15 countries. The team has two divisions: North America (NA) and Europe (EUK). Key job responsibilities- Manage an org of ~40 managers, team leads, and specialists executing on consumable ordering, invoice on hold management, service escalations, and continuous improvement initiatives within the indirect supply chain- Develop and implement strategic initiatives to ensure the continuity of supply of goods and services within the network- Manage multiple complex cross-team projects end-to-end- Partner with internal teams to identify problems and real-time solutions, including data analytics and reporting- Provide weekly reporting of team performance and KPIs to senior leadership - Create buy-in for the vision with key internal partnersBASIC QUALIFICATIONS- A completed Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or related field- 5+ years supply chain management experience (e.g. logistics, inventory turn management, forecasting, operations)- 5+ years of previous managerial experience in a fulfillment center/distribution center environment of hourly and salaried employees- Supplier Relationship Management (e.g. performance/scorecarding)- 3+ years of experience with procurement tools, including Oracle, Coupa and Ariba- 5+ years of experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams to deliver projects- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements- Experience managing, analyzing and communicating results to senior leadership ...

At Amazon Devices, we are a world-class research and development hub focused on creating transformative consumer electronics. Since our inception in 2004, starting with the revolutionary Kindle, we’ve developed iconic products like Fire Tablets, Fire TV, and the Amazon Echo, which redefined home technology. With innovation at our core, we invite you to shape the future of technology with us. What will you help us create next?About the Role:As a Senior Commodity Manager specializing in Semiconductor Components, you will lead the technical and commercial sourcing strategies for cutting-edge semiconductor solutions. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams from the earliest product development stages through engineering validation and beyond. You will have the opportunity to directly influence the technology and supply chain decisions behind our devices, ensuring the seamless delivery of innovative products to millions of customers worldwide.Key job responsibilitiesAs a Commodity Manager, you will: - Develop and execute a comprehensive commodity technology roadmap that aligns business needs with supplier capabilities, anticipating future trends in semiconductor technologies.- Own the Approved Vendor List (AVL) and lead the supplier lifecycle from selection and qualification to cost&contract negotiation and performance evaluation.- Stay ahead of industry trends by analyzing market drivers, cost structures, technical innovations, and competitive landscapes to mitigate risks and leverage opportunities.- Drive cost-reduction initiatives through rigorous analysis, value engineering, and fostering competitive sourcing environments. Collaborate with engineering to influence design decisions for optimal cost and performance.- Collaborate closely with Engineering teams and other cross functional teams to influence technical design decisions, ensuring they meet expectations, technical capabilities, and business objectives- Develop and maintain a robust risk mitigation strategy, addressing potential supply chain disruptions and ensuring business continuity.- Lead periodic business reviews to evaluate supplier performance and align on strategic business objectives.- Interface with Planning and Program Management teams to assess current and future sourcing requirements.- Periodically travel to supplier sites to drive initiatives such as cost reductions, relationship building and supplier development.A day in the lifeAs a Senior Commodity Manager and subject-matter expert for semiconductor components, your day is a dynamic mix of strategic planning, technical problem-solving, and supplier engagement. You manage technical and commercial sourcing strategy of Semiconductor components for multiple programs from pre-concept stages to EVT/DVT in collaboration with architecture, engineering, NPI operations, legal and suppliers and handoff to sustaining GSM. You’ll collaborate with architecture and engineering teams to influence design decisions while aligning with technical and business goals. Your role involves negotiating with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms, optimizing supply chain processes to reduce lead times and costs, and resolving complex engineering or supply chain challenges. You’ll stay ahead of market trends, pricing dynamics, and technological advancements to refine sourcing strategies, ensuring Amazon remains competitive. Cross-functional leadership is key, as you partner with legal, NPI operations, and planning teams to assess future sourcing needs and develop risk mitigation plans. You’ll also lead supplier evaluations, conduct business reviews to ensure performance meets expectations, and report progress to senior leadership, demonstrating how your strategies drive the success of Amazon Devices. Every day offers opportunities to shape groundbreaking innovations, delivering cutting-edge consumer electronics to millions worldwide.About the teamWe are a customer-focused, fast-paced, and collaborative team. Our goal is to provide technical sourcing of Semiconductor components and supply chain solutions that deliver a disruptive value and an exceptional customer experience that make it easy for customers to purchase and use our devices. We expect our GCMs to be technical and commercial sourcing leaders and assume a fair balance of autonomy and guidance. We strongly believe in diversity and it has been instrumental to our success.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science- 5+ years of experience in technical and commercial sourcing within high-volume manufacturing operations- 5+ years direct experience in supplier/supply chain management, with strong knowledge of the semiconductor industry, IC manufacturing and packaging processes and key suppliers.- Demonstrated expertise in contract negotiations, cost analysis, and supplier performance management.- Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools. ...

At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. We are seeking a Senior Category Manager to lead the delivery of complex, multi-disciplinary, multi-million-dollar Ops construction projects.The role will work alongside a team of Construction category managers and will partner closely with Pre-Construction, Design and Construction, World Wide Real-Estate, and World Wide Design to develop and execute category sourcing strategies, deliver savings/value and improve productivity across the category. This role will be part of an exciting, fast moving and growing team. The right candidate for this role will be a self-starter with dedication to seeing projects through to the end. You must be able to work independently in a collaborative, creative, ever-changing and ambiguous environment. You will have an eye for detail and determination to standardize processes and turn-over high-quality work. This position involves direct contact with both internal and external stakeholders, and the candidate must have an ability to communicate effectively with business partners at every level, including upper management to inform decision making.Key job responsibilities- Lead individual GC construction category projects, partnering with the team, owning the delivery of complex, multi-disciplinary, multi-million-dollar sites.- Identify, develop and deliver long term sourcing strategies, lead key initiatives with cross-functional teams; drive the decision-making process of the category roadmap with senior leadership.- Build relationships and alignment with internal and external stakeholders to effectively plan and deliver site launches to meet site construction programs, particularly for Prime week and Peak season.- Own the individual targets and goals identified across the NA GC construction category scope as well as identifying and delivering incremental process and system improvements- Drive General Contractor (GC) sourcing, award, contracting and ongoing support until project delivery, while maintaining commercial relationships with suppliers, with a principal objective of achieving optimal cost and performance; - Lead supplier performance management; including improving sustainability & social responsibility; - Help develop Key Performance Indicators and set goals for the team- Audit the progress of the team to ensure we are meeting customer expectations- Act as a market intelligence provider regarding categories; anticipate strategic opportunities and keep key stakeholders informed- Candidate must be able to travel, up to 10%A day in the life- You will deliver market leading low-cost, innovative and sustainable construction equipment/services to help our Operations teams succeed and delight Amazon.com customers with speed, selection and convenience- You will collaborate to seek inputs and manage outputs from our external suppliers as well as internal partners across Design & Construction, Operations Engineering, Workplace Health & Safety and Finance - You may have to adapt and sometimes take different roles from strategy development to project management to rapidly meet customer needs- You will focus on deep diving categories to unlock value and help deploy emerging technologies at scale for OperationsBASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree- Experience defining and executing program requirements- Experience implementing repeatable processes and driving automation or standardization- 5+ years of relevant strategic sourcing and category management in indirect categories such as professional services, support or maintenance spend, supply chain, forecasting, manufacturing, sourcing/procurement, or vendor management experience- 5+ years of supply chain, forecasting, manufacturing, sourcing/procurement, or vendor management experience- Knowledge of Excel at an intermediate level (e.g., pivot tables & charts, multiple criteria lookups, nested logical/IF formulas, data cleansing, array formulas, etc.) ...

At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven procurement professional looking to build something new and exciting for the Global Procurement Organization (GPO). We are looking for people with a passion to innovated and become part of an exciting new team to influence more spend and delight our customers. We are seeking a leader with procurement experience to strategically source products and services for the Global Procurement Organization (GPO). The Spend Manager (SM) in this role will coordinate with category and shared services teams across Amazon to enable and operationalize strategies with multiple strategic suppliers to delight our customers across operations. The position will partner with our stakeholders to execute category sourcing strategies, deliver savings and improve productivity for the businesses. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, and a creative, critical thinker with an intense motivation to learn. You must be an effective communicator and be able to work independently and as a leader of peers to generate high-quality work product in a collaborative, creative, ever-changing, and sometimes ambiguous environment. You must have a professional demeanor and be able to work at multiple levels in and outside the organization. Key job responsibilities• Establish category sourcing strategies, led cross-functional strategies, negotiate with suppliers and execute contracts • Drive appropriate relationships our suppliers, with a principal objective of achieving the optimal solution and cost of ownership that meets the business’ goals • Support a culture of continuous improvement with performance benchmarks • Manage category suppliers to proactively identify, monitor and optimize opportunities• Act as a market intelligence provider regarding categories; anticipate strategic opportunities and keep key stakeholders informed• Drive category suppliers in Supplier Relationship Management activities to mitigate risk, improve performance and add value to Amazon• Identify, achieve and report on savings and value targets for category sourcing activities• Align with internal customers and understand the business application of the categoryA day in the life• Earn the trust of key stakeholders to drive alignment with the business• Execute category strategies in conjunction with internal customers to ensure there is a comprehensive, unified approach • Achieve yearly cost saving or value targets appropriate to the category • Define and report on key metrics that measure effectiveness of supply and cost • Champion standards and process improvementsAbout the teamVision: SPO’s vision is to seamlessly integrate global procurement expertise with local insights, fostering a ‘glocal’ strategy. We will optimize our worldwide resources, understand local nuances and deliver agile and optimized solutions to our customers. By transcending borders, we will empower sustainable and profitable growth for Amazon. Mission: We maximize GPO's impact and influence as the site procurement interface to global customers through supply and quality assurance of non-inventory goods and services. Internal job descriptionBASIC QUALIFICATIONS- • Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Business Analytics or related field- • 5+ years of experience in a sourcing or supply chain management or equivalent role- • MS tool suite and ability to learn proprietary systems- • Analytical skills, ability to distill, synthesize, and draw conclusions on large amounts of data- • Negotiation and supplier relationship experience required ...

At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people. As the ‘Program Manager – Sustainability’ for the Global Procurement Organization (GPO) you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies that help us to achieve Amazon’s sustainability and Net Zero Carbon goals. This leader will need to work cross-functionally with many different stakeholders to integrate sustainability concepts into the delivery and operations of existing and new products and services.This opportunity requires strong knowledge of Scope 3 emissions, sustainable design and construction, an entrepreneurial spirit, excellent troubleshooting, problem solving, and project management skills as well as the ability to succeed in a fast-paced, technical environment. At the core of the position is being a self-starter, an analytical aptitude, and the ability to communicate to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Key job responsibilitiesKey Job Responsibilities:• Work with diverse stakeholders to develop, coordinate, and implement strategies and measures to reduce, measure, and report carbon reduction strategies in support of Net Zero Carbon,• Provide Category Managers with technical information about embodied carbon reduction within specific procurement categories,• Collaborate with stakeholders and category managers to identify cost effective strategies for improving sustainability in the construction and operations of Amazon buildings,• Educate suppliers, stakeholders, and Category Managers about Amazon’s sustainability goals,• Assist Category Managers to understand and implement carbon reporting across GPO Procurement categories,• Manage multiple, complex projects simultaneously,• Build relationships with external suppliers and partners, and with internal stakeholders,• Support Net Zero Carbon (NZC) Design projects,• Support Category Managers in procuring bill of materials and Environmental Product Declarations in bid/new builds,• Assist in developing contract terms for low carbon building materials such as concrete, steel with recycled content, and other materials.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 5+ years of program or project management experience- 5+ years of supply chain experience- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements- Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership- Bachelor's degree ...

Amazon Lab126 is an inventive research and development company that designs and engineers high-profile consumer electronics. Lab126 began in 2004 as a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., originally creating the best-selling Kindle family of products. Since then, we have produced amazing devices like Fire tablets, Fire TV and Amazon Echo. What will you help us create?The Business Manager is the relationship owner for the Amazon Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) Device Manufacturing Services suppliers that provide co-development resources, procure components, design, manufacture and test digital devices in the Emerging Products space. In this capacity the Business Manager has the responsibility to: - Lead the sourcing, selection, contract negotiation and management of one or more EMS suppliers in alignment with the overarching EMS strategy and within the Integrated Management System. Ensure a competitive sourcing environment leading to continuous improvement in Engr. Services, Line Readiness, Quality, Business Management, Contract management and adherence, delivery, cost and social responsibility. - Actively engage the Device Operations and Engineering organizations with the EMS suppliers on one or more products/product lines to achieve the programmatic objectives. - Lead the commercial and contractual aspects of the relationship and drive multifunctional teams relative to EMS Suppliers involvement. - Leading the EMS supplier Performance Management and leading cross-functional business reviews. This requires that the Business Manager be both an advocate for the supplier within Lab126 and be their harshest critic to ensure the best possible performance. Upon success, the Business Manager will instill a forward-thinking collaborative and mutually-beneficial long-term relationship with a holistic point of view, not just a product or single supplier perspective – a business owner. These high profile responsibilities require significant breadth and business acumen as the responsibilities are very diverse and impactful: Technical - Solid understanding of the EMS supplier landscape and capabilities in addition to Digital Device technologies and manufacturing / testing methodologies. Drive EMS Supplier relationships to ensure Amazon content is integrated in a way that supports our brand. Negotiation Skills – Lead all commercial discussions related to EMS relationships. Able to negotiate best in class contract pricing, terms and conditions on large contracts with suppliers who are exceptionally skilled at protecting thin margins. Exercise good judgement in knowing when and how best to address issues or drive change. Contract Management – Ensure that the suppliers execute and adhere to the contracts and renegotiate whenever possible to realize benefits from bundling work with Strategic Suppliers. This is not limited to dollars but being able to protect Amazon’s bottom line in all aspects – IP, indemnity, confidentiality, etc. as these are all crucial to how Amazon is able to have successful launches (products that “wow” the customer). In the case of an EMS relationship ensure that the contracts protect Amazon’s brand and meet customer requirements. Financial – Responsible for managing the business relationship including contracts, pricing, terms and conditions and claims. Must be an effective negotiator. The value of these supplier engagements can reach the billion-dollar level. Relationship Builder – Have the ability to engage, influence and arbitrate both the supplier and the Lab126 stakeholder organizations at the operational and Sr. Executive levels. Build excellent business cases and have executive presence.Export Control RequirementDue to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.About the teamDevices Business Management (DBM) is responsible for the business relationship with the EMS Suppliers. The DBM team is structured by Business Managers, CapEx Business Managers, Advanced Sourcing, Strategy leads and Implementation lead based in in different geographies. The team collaborates cross functionally with Product Operations, Engineering, Quality, legal and Finance throughout product life cycle to innovate, design for cost and quality ensuring timely deliveryBASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in related field- 5+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience- 5+ years of program or project management experience- 5+ years of managing, analyzing and communicating results to senior leadership experience- 7+ years of supply chain experience, including managing suppliers and leading supply chain sourcing processes- Experience implementing repeatable processes and driving standardization- Experience defining program execution requirements, and using data and metrics to determine improvements- Excellent negotiation and executive supplier management skills ...

As a Site Procurement Manager for the Amazon Fulfillment Center team, you will serve as the bridge between centralized Procurement and the building leadership. You will own the site’s indirect procurement operation responsibilities at a site level, including vendor management of 3rd party service providers, purchase order management, and inventory management. You will lead supplier management KPI and metrics reporting, and work with stakeholders to find and understand deviation and improvement areas. You will provide procurement leadership and align with the building leadership team to drive efficiencies and improvements at the site(s).• Provide procurement operations support for the fulfillment center, including supplier management (goods and services), non-inventory labor, flow, and space models, cycle counts, inventory management, and procurement transaction and expediting support. • Lead and develop team of non-Inventory associates to ensure building has adequate resources and is set up for success.• Develop deep knowledge of non-inventory items and align with like buildings to drive best practices• Manage and drive safety compliance for non-inventory teams during day-to-day activities and partner with regional/local safety teams for safety issues and escalations at the site level.• Manage KPI to measure, control and benchmark procurement processes including creation of recurring metrics reports to drive improvements for the Operations network• Develop relationship across the building and network to ensure best practices are being shared and implemented• Align with internal customers, Finance and Procurement Operations to understand budgetary targets by building and develop methods of measuring and defining savings, value and other category metrics• Assist Finance and internal customers to determine budgets and maintenance for blanket PO management.• Using input from the category team, build the category metrics model to track and monitor performance in relationship to the category strategy, such as supplier scorecard and other site audits on 3P services.• Measure actual vs planned savings; as savings trends are identified, own action plans to meet goals and develop solutions• Work in partnership both internally and with suppliers to develop innovative solutions to provide Procurement support to the Operations network• Develop and implement ways to measure suppliers to drive continuous performance improvement on behalf of Amazon• Coordinate the demand identification, procurement, and inventory management of all non-merchandise items required for building operation. This includes corrugate, packing materials, labor and janitorial services, etc.• Partner with AP, Suppliers and various internal teams to ensure timely resolution of vendor payment issues• Support the centralized Procurement team (iSChOC), and Global Procurement Organization (GPO) Pillars, including ProcOps, Category, Supplier Diversity, Supplier Management, Procurement Excellence, Reusables, Technology, and PMO.• Work is done in a warehouse environment that requires frequent walking around the building. You should feel comfortable working in an environment with varying temperatures as many buildings have dock doors that open throughout shifts.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- • 1+ years of Excel or Tableau (data manipulation, macros, charts and pivot tables) experience- • 1+ years of employee and performance management experience- • 3+ years of supply chain experience- • 3+ years of supply chain operations experience- • Bachelor's degree, or 2+ years of Amazon (blue badge/FTE) experience- • Experience with supplier or vendor relationship management ...

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.Are you passionate about bridging business and technology in cloud infrastructure? Join our innovative team at AWS Infrastructure Services and shape the future of global data center operations. You'll leverage your supply chain expertise to solve complex challenges in a dynamic environment.At AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS), we're at the forefront of cloud technology, managing the backbone of the world's largest cloud infrastructure. As a Sr. Technical Program Manager, you'll play a crucial role in our mission to deliver unparalleled customer experiences while driving scalability. You'll have the opportunity to work on innovative projects, collaborating with diverse teams to optimize our global network of data centers and edge devices.Our AIS team is responsible for the global enablement and capacity delivery of server, network, and data center infrastructure. We manage day-to-day operations and security for AWS data centers worldwide, as well as support the capacity delivery, installation, and maintenance of AWS Edge Devices. Our work encompasses AWS Data Center Planning, Delivery, Operations and Engineering, Network Services, Infrastructure Software and Hardware, and Infrastructure Supply Chain and Procurement Planning.Key job responsibilities- Develop and implement strategic supply chain planning initiatives- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize infrastructure capacity- Analyze complex data to drive multi-million-dollar decisions- Craft compelling narratives to influence stakeholders effectively- Anticipate bottlenecks and balance business needs against technical constraintsA day in the lifeAs a Sr. Technical Program Manager, you'll start your day by reviewing key metrics and collaborating with team members on ongoing projects. You might participate in strategy meetings, analyze supply chain data, or work on optimizing our infrastructure delivery processes. Throughout the day, you'll communicate with stakeholders, problem-solve challenges, and contribute to innovative solutions that shape the future of cloud infrastructure.About the teamAbout AWSDiverse ExperiencesAWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.Why AWS?Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.Mentorship & Career GrowthWe’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 6+ years of technical program management experience- 6+ years of working directly with engineering teams experience- Technical program management experience working directly with cross functional engineering and program teams, building processes and coordinating release schedules ...

At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. We are looking to hire a market research analyst to drive product and service development roadmap, know the full audience of customers, measure and engage user experience and Return on Investment of products. This role works with the Global Procurement Organization (GPO) within Worldwide Amazon Stores to identify integrated solutions by defining clear research objectives. The person in this role will demonstrate organizational and research skills and continuous understanding of customers' changing needs. The market research champion will also design/present data in usable, accessible formats, write clear and crisp narratives, present recommendations and influence at the executive level. Key job responsibilities• Own the design, development, and maintenance of ongoing market intelligence metrics, reports, analyses, dashboards, etc. to drive key business decisions• Deal with ambiguity to develop solutions that work for stakeholders from various disciplines to meet challenging timelines• Build out dashboards to help us analyze and understand external labor market data as it relates to Amazon’s internal trends• Reduce interdependency on ad-hoc external data pulls and manual data merging in Excel from across various internal dashboards• Implement best practices, develop automation, and technology-based solutions• Work closely with business stakeholders to provide analytics solutions for strategic business questionsA day in the lifeAmazon offers a full range of benefits for you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options3. Paid Time Off (PTO)4. 401(k) PlanIf you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of program or project management experience- 3+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience- 2+ years of supply chain experience- Bachelor's degree- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements ...

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.AWS Infrastructure Systems (AIS) encompasses AWS Data Center Planning, Delivery, Operations and Engineering, Network Services, Infrastructure Software and Hardware, and Infrastructure Supply Chain and Procurement Planning. At AIS, we are responsible for the global enablement and capacity delivery of server, network, and data center infrastructure as well as day-to-day operations and security for AWS data centers globally. We also support capacity delivery of AWS Edge Devices, and their install and post install maintenance worldwide.Key job responsibilitiesWe are looking for a high caliber Infrastructure Sr. Technical Program Manager (TiPM), who is looking to leverage their supply chain planning domain expertise to solve challenging problems in the world’s largest cloud infrastructure. You have a passion for bridging the gap between business and technology, and love getting your hands dirty in the technical details of our business. You possess expertise in demand planning and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), ideally within the data center infrastructure or technology supply chain sectors. Your strong analytical skills enable you to interpret complex data, apply sound business judgment to drive multi-million-dollar decisions, and craft compelling narratives to influence stakeholders effectively.Technical skills and analytical talent, leadership skills, emotional intelligence, high judgment, negotiation skills and ability to influence others are essential for success in this role. Most of the programs you will be leading are still in the startup mode, as we are innovating and building our vision in a fast paced environment to deliver an unparalleled customer experience, while also driving our ability to scale.The right candidate will possess a blend of strong technical program management and supply chain planning skills. As a Sr. TIPM, you will bring your business judgement, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving and communications skills to anticipate bottlenecks/tradeoffs, provide escalation management and balance business needs against technical constraints.A day in the lifeAbout AWSDiverse ExperiencesAWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.Why AWS?Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.Mentorship & Career GrowthWe’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 6+ years of technical program management experience- 6+ years of working directly with engineering teams experience- Technical program management experience working directly with cross functional engineering and program teams, building processes and coordinating release schedules ...

Amazon Global Supply Chain and Transportation Procurement (GSCTP) is seeking a Procurement and Manager III overseeing Vendor Sourcing and Management responsibilities. This role will focus on vendor negotiations for Amazon's international supply chain and transportation needs, with expectation to develop consistent negotiation methodology and ensure alignment with internal stakeholder teams. A successful candidate will be able to deliver on improved financial results along with vendor performance, capacity, and sustainability efforts. This individual will be expected to manage multiple internal and vendor relationships concurrently, working with a team that contributes significantly to overall transportation and supply chain strategy. Internal and external relationship management is paramount, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. A successful candidate will be able to work with senior leadership of external vendors and convey strategic negotiation plans to procurement leaders and business stakeholders that span multiple countries.Key job responsibilities- Negotiation: Deliver improved financial performance through large scale negotiations for supply chain services contracts- Leadership: Lead stakeholder and partner teams indirectly to build a track record of consistently delivering valuable projects- Strategy: Design and implement strategy for individual procurement projects and the overall procurement function to support all goals of the business, not just financial goals.- Bias for Action: Deliver end-to-end contract projects, working through obstacles along the way and planning for unexpected challenges to maintain momentum.- Communication: Set expectations and requirements with external and internal leadership teams, writing well-reasoned and data-driven proposals, performing your own data analysis as necessary.- Technical Problem Solving: Work through difficult challenges, including the full procurement cycle from sourcing, negotiations, legal requirements and internal systems updates. A day in the lifeAmazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include: 1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage 2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options 3. Paid Time Off (PTO) 4. 401(k) Plan Learn more about our benefits here: https://www.amazon.jobs/en/internal/benefits/us-benefits-and-stockAbout the teamGSCTP is a tenured but growing team of Amazonians that live by Amazon's motto of "work hard, have fun, make history." We are spread across the US and EU, managing a global scope of supply chain services. We are data-driven and thrive in the challenges that our work requires. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree- 3+ years of experience working with international transportation and supply chain entities- 5+ years of working cross functionally across several teams experience- 5+ years of using Microsoft Excel to manipulate and analyze large sets of data experience- 3+ years of procurement experience ...

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.The Data Center Sourcing and Procurement team is looking to hire an experienced Business Intelligence Engineer to join our procurement category management team to support fast growing operations. This role will own data analytics projects from beginning to end, utilizing business intelligence tools to produce dashboard, planning models, and analysis for the different procurement categories verticals. You will work with sourcing teams on vendor tendors, category strategy teams to understand financial trends, and other BI teams across AWS to deliver high quality and robust data visualizations and analyses. You will recognize and adopt best practices in reporting and analysis, including data integrity, data validation, and documentation. Your analysis will contribute deeply to the development of our strategy and drive impact against our business objectives.Key job responsibilities- Establish baseline metrics and analytics. Collaborate with business customers and the leadership team to track and report all key performance indicators (KPI) against annual, quarterly and monthly goals.- Interface with business customers, gathering requirements and delivering complete reporting solutions.- Publish and maintain Quicksite dashboards, reports, and executive review documents.- Identify patterns in data and how they relate to the business outcomes.- Perform regular system audits to ensure complete and accurate reporting of data/metrics.- Invent new ways to define and measure program effectiveness and organizational productivity.About the teamWhy AWSAmazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.Diverse ExperiencesAmazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.Mentorship and Career GrowthWe’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 2+ years of analyzing and interpreting data with Redshift, Oracle, NoSQL etc. experience- Experience with one or more industry analytics visualization tools (e.g. Excel, Tableau, QuickSight, MicroStrategy, PowerBI) and statistical methods (e.g. t-test, Chi-squared)- Experience with data querying or modeling with SQL ...

Amazon's Global Procurement Organization tackles business challenges that help internal customers with innovative procurement strategies. We create value in the supply chain, strive for optimization, and act with one global voice and vision. The Category team owns the strategic relationships with suppliers & internal stakeholders. The team identifies & leads strategic sourcing activities to lower overall total cost of ownership for Amazon operations, ensuring equipment & service availability meet business owner requirements. The team develops & negotiates framework agreements to reduce risk & support local teams in project specific needs relevant to category. This role in the facility services team will have broad responsibility to define the procurement strategy for the janitorial category, sourcing vendors and innovative tools and processes to support a large network of Amazon stakeholders across multiple business lines. Key job responsibilities- Develop and deliver long term sourcing strategies, lead key initiatives with cross-functional teams; drive the decision making process of the category roadmap with regional senior leadership- Drive commercial relationships with suppliers, with a principal objective of achieving optimal cost and performance- Lead supplier performance management including improving sustainability & social responsibility- Coordinate and collaborate with local teams to deploy and manage the implementation of your defined strategiesA day in the life- Autonomy to innovate and deliver new approaches that impact the bottom and the top line - Learn from people with a wide variety of professional backgroundsAbout the teamThe GPO janitorial category objective is to provide a hygienic, pleasant, and safe environment for associates, staff, suppliers, visitors and guests. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of program or project management experience- 3+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience- 2+ years of supply chain experience- Bachelor's degree- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements ...

At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people. If you'd like to help us build the place to find and buy anything online, this is your chance to make history. We are seeking a leader with procurement experience to strategically source products and services for North America Customer Fulfillment Procurement. The person in this role will coordinate with several teams across Amazon and will interact with our most important suppliers to satisfy organizational requirements. The position will work and partner with multiple teams to develop and execute category sourcing strategies, deliver savings and improve productivity across the category. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, and a creative, critical thinker with an intense motivation to learn. You must be an effective communicator and be able to work independently and as a leader of peers to generate high-quality work product in a collaborative, creative, ever-changing, and sometimes ambiguous environment. You must have a professional demeanor and be able to partner with people at every level. Key Job Responsibilities: - Establish category sourcing strategies, lead cross-functional strategic sourcing teams, negotiate with suppliers and execute contracts to optimize Amazon’s competitive position - Drive appropriate relationships with category suppliers, with a principal objective of achieving the optimal solution and cost of ownership that meets the business’ goals supported by a culture of continuous improvement with performance benchmarks in use - Manage category suppliers to proactively identify, monitor and optimize opportunities - Act as a market intelligence provider regarding categories; anticipate strategic opportunities and keep key stakeholders informed - Drive category suppliers in Supplier Relationship Management activities to mitigate risk, improve performance and add value to Amazon - Identify, achieve and report on savings and value targets for category sourcing activities - Align with internal customers and understand the business application of the category Key Performance Indicators: - Earn the trust of key stakeholders to drive alignment with the business - Create a category strategy in conjunction with internal customers to ensure there is a comprehensive, unified approach for the category. - Achieve yearly cost saving or value targets appropriate to the category aligned with annual budget processes. - Define and report on key metrics that measure effectiveness of supply and cost savings - Champion standards and process improvements BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 5+ years of program or project management experience- 5+ years of supply chain experience- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements- Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership- Bachelor's degree ...

Lead Amazon's Sustainability Transformation as our Strategic Engagement and Partnership Program ManagerAre you a visionary leader driven to create positive change? Join our dynamic Global Sustainability team and spearhead the creation and implementation of Amazon's GPS Strategic Engagement and partnership initiatives. As our Program Manager for ESG, you will have the opportunity to drive transformative strategies that position Amazon as a force for good, elevating our social, economic, and environmental impact worldwide through best practices in sustainability and supplier diversity.Main Responsibilities:Collaborate with Cross-Functional leaders: You will partner with leaders across Amazon's Worldwide Operations, including Sustainability, Supplier Diversity & Inclusion, Economic Development, Public Policy, and more. Leverage your exceptional communication and relationship-building skills to align on key messaging, policies, and global campaigns that advance our ESG agenda. Work closely with communications, policy, and marketing teams to craft compelling executive-level content, ensure policy alignment, and amplify our impact at key supplier diversity and ESG activations and initiatives.Champion Innovative Supplier Diversity: You will develop forward-thinking strategies to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive supply chain. Identify and onboard impactful new suppliers, driving positive change in communities worldwide. Showcase your strategic skills as you streamline processes, track KPIs, and proactively mitigate risks. Partners with advocacy organizations to execute this.Elevate Amazon's Sustainability Leadership: As a trusted partner to industry-leading organizations, NGOs, and government entities Mission To accelerate good for the people and planet through purpose-led procurement. Business Operations Driving responsible procurement in the value chain to protect the environment, promote economic growth, safeguard human rights, advance social equity while fostering community impact. , you will position Amazon as a trailblazer in corporate sustainability. Spearhead high-profile collaborations and thought leadership initiatives that solidify our reputation as a driver of positive global transformation. Leverage your branding, marketing, and content creation expertise to build buy-in and engagement for our sustainability vision.Thrive in a Dynamic, Purpose-Driven Environment: This role will challenge you to excel in an ambiguous, fast-paced setting. Your ability to navigate complexity, think critically, and drive operational excellence will be key to your success. If you're a visionary leader passionate about creating sustainable impact, we want to hear from you.Basic Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field• 3+ years of experience in program management or supply chain operations• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and project managementPreferred Qualifications:• 5+ years of program management experience• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills• Experience with ESG initiatives and sustainability strategies• Lean/Six Sigma expertise• Expertise in financial/inventory management software• Branding, marketing, high-impact content creation skills, and story tellingThis role requires relocation to one of Amazon's global hubs. Are you ready to transform sustainability at scale and leave an enduring impact? Apply now!Key job responsibilitiesAs a strategic leader, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams across Amazon's operations, including Sustainability, Supplier Diversity & Inclusion, Economic Development, and Public Policy. Leveraging your exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, you will align on key messaging, policies, and global campaigns to advance the company's ESG agenda.You will develop forward-thinking strategies to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive supply chain. This will involve identifying and onboarding impactful new suppliers, driving positive change in communities worldwide, streamlining processes, tracking KPIs, and proactively mitigating risks. You will partner with advocacy organizations to execute this vision.As a trusted partner to industry-leading organizations, NGOs, and government entities, you will position Amazon as a trailblazer in corporate sustainability. Spearheading high-profile collaborations and thought leadership initiatives, you will solidify the company's reputation as a driver of positive global transformation. Your branding, marketing, and content creation expertise will be crucial in building buy-in and engagement for Amazon's sustainability vision.A day in the lifeAs an Engagement and Partnerships Sr. Mgr, you'll lead Amazon's efforts to increase awareness, adoption, and compliance with its Supply Chain Standards and ESG frameworks. Your day involves coordinating with cross-functional teams to develop strategic engagement plans for key stakeholders, including suppliers, advocacy groups, associations, and academic institutions. You'll host informational sessions, analyze supplier data, prepare thought leadership content, and monitor industry trends to position Amazon as a leader in responsible supply chain management. Throughout, you'll leverage your communication, stakeholder management, and project coordination skills to drive positive impact and build Amazon's reputation as a force for good.About the teamTeam MissionTo accelerate good for the people and planet through purpose-led procurement. Business OperationsDriving responsible procurement in the value chain to protect the environment, promote economic growth, safeguard human rights, advance social equity while fostering community impact.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 5+ years of program or project management experience- 5+ years of supply chain experience- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements- Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership- Bachelor's degree ...