Procurement

Our overall mission is simple: we want Amazon to be the place where our customers can find, discover and buy anything online. Whatever our customers want, we will find the means to deliver it. With your help, Amazon will continue to enable people to discover new worlds and implement innovation. This is your chance to make history. As a Regional Manager for Global Procurement Central Services (GPCS), you will lead and be responsible for the growth and development of a team responsible for Amazon's Fulfillment Center indirect supply chain. You will be responsible for delivering on our commitments to our internal customers across the regions supported by our Global Procurement Organization. The person in this role will be a good listener to understand the demands of your internal customers and maintain strong supplier relationships. Besides your day-to-day activities, there will be plenty of opportunities for you to get involved in projects and innovate as part of a multi-national team.Must be willing to relocate to and work on-site in Tempe, Arizona.Key job responsibilities- Manage a team of Supply Chain Specialists in a hybrid work environment; train and develop team members and peers- Design and secure the flow of consumable items from the suppliers’ premises to the Amazon locations; provide immediate trouble shooting in support of escalations from site operations teams- Continuously evaluate supplier performance and proactively engage with suppliers to minimize defects - Manage supplier and internal key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure, control and benchmark indirect supply chain processes including creation of recurring metrics reports- Manage and improve communication lines between suppliers, internal stakeholders, and GPCS leadership listed in escalation paths - Identify and implement savings and efficiency improvement projects in partnership with internal and external stakeholders- Accountable for supporting new site launches for all GPCS services- Resolve, document, and root cause indirect supply chain issues throughout the networkBASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Completed Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field- Experience in the following Procurement domains: Materials Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Operations, and/or Shipping Supplies- Experience in supplier/vendor relationship management - Advanced knowledge of software programs (i.e. Microsoft Excel, Access, Outlook and Word) - 1+ years experience labor planning, managing and coaching employee performance ...

Amazon Web Services (AWS) internships are full-time (40 hours/week) for 12 consecutive weeks during summer. By applying to this position, your application will be considered for all locations we hire for in the United States.Amazon is seeking a motivated and data-driven Category Manager to support the Americas data center operations space. The candidate should have strong supply chain, strategic sourcing, procurement, engineering design, architecture, construction, analytical and financial acumen skills, and passion to dive-deep into processes used in our data center operations network. Additionally, candidate must have proven skills in managing large-scale supply chain and procurement improvement projects.If this sounds exciting to you - come build the future with us!Key job responsibilitiesAs a Hardware (HW) Commodity Specialist/Category Manager, you are responsible for strategic sourcing and operational procurement tasks. You will create and implement sourcing category strategies for at least one services or materials category and collaborate with internal business partners and suppliers to drive lead time efficiencies, reduce supply chain risks, provide sustainable solutions, and analyze market trends and improved costs for Amazon. On operational front, you will onboard suppliers, run RFP process, do competitive bidding, conduct bid analysis, negotiate and award suppliers. In addition, you will develop mechanisms and metrics to hold suppliers accountable for performance and delivery.A successful candidate will demonstrate:• Proven experience driving large-scale process improvements resulting in measurable value• High attention to detail including proven ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously• Ability to think strategically and execute methodically• Demonstrated ability to influence teams toward change utilizing smart technologies• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where ambiguity exists and continuous innovation is desired• Committed to learning and expanding professional and technical knowledge• Demonstrated analytical, financial and quantitative skills and ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions and develop business cases• Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary, as in having a general manager or owner mentality• Demonstrated ability to dive deep in understanding the product, our business, and the competitive landscape• Ability to see ahead comprehensively and devise a strong plan of action to ensure execution happens on time, every time• Ability to get things done and produce conclusive, measurable results within time commitments• Strong influencing skillsBASIC QUALIFICATIONS• Currently enrolled in MBA or equivalent Master’s degree program with a conferral date between December 2025 and September 2026• Undergraduate degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Engineering, Architecture, Operations, or other relevant field from an accredited university• 3+ years of relevant professional or military work experience which occurred after completing your undergraduate program and prior to starting your MBA or master's program. ...

Our Sr. Operations Managers responsible for all budgetary, people development and operations objectives. The Sr. Operations Managers is responsible for all aspects of operation or functions at the site. Additional responsibilities include managing and leading a team of Operations and Area Managers, coaching and mentoring the team to ensure performance objectives are met, building positive employee relations and building leadership bench strength within the Fulfillment Center.Responsibilities:• Drives creation of quality initiatives, process change initiatives and other Lean initiatives to enable their functional area and ultimately the FC to meet and exceed business plan.• Responsible for the overall safety, quality and performance and customer experience of either Inbound or Outbound operations.• Will set and clarify requirements and expectations for Operations and Area Managers. Measures performance, provides feedback, and holds Ops Managers accountable for their performance and the performance of their departments.• Leverages the Operations and Area Managers by sourcing and nurturing ideas, and rolling them into the creation of improvement plans for the functional area.• Takes proactive steps to ensure that best practices are shared across all departments, shifts and among the network.• Works closely with support staff (HR, Finance, Facilities, Safety, IT and other Sr. Operations Managers) to build and secure support and resources for projects and initiatives in their area, as well as providing needed support and resources for other staff initiatives.Additional Job Elements:• Lift and move totes up to 49 pounds each• Regular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head• Walking in the FC and around area with great frequency; facilities are over a quarter mile in length• Continual standing and/or walking an average of 5 miles daily• Ability to work in construction /distribution environments that may be noisy, unlit, unheated, not air-conditioned• Able to access all areas of building (ascending and descending ladders, stairs, gangways safely and without limitation)BASIC QUALIFICATIONSA completed Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited universityUS citizen or permanent resident7+ years direct management experience, including a salaried workforce, in a manufacturing, production or distribution environmentExperience with performance metrics and process improvement and Lean techniquesExperience with the full staffing lifecycle, including interviewing, hiring, performance management, promotions and terminationsCandidates must be flexible to work a variety of hours as business demands, including overnight, weekends and holidays ...

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 ...

At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. If you'd like to help us build the place to find and buy anything online, this is your chance to make history.As the Senior Supply Chain Program Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the supplier diversity program by leading and monitoring opportunities for diverse suppliers for Amazon's Global Procurement Organization (GPO) across Worldwide Operations. You will work with Category Managers to develop diverse supplier strategies and executing on sourcing activities. The Senior Supply Chain Program Manager will manage suppliers for a group of categories to operationalize strategies and continue development of diverse suppliers. This person will work across teams, Amazon’s affinity groups and other functions across Amazon businesses to execute on supplier diversity initiatives. The role will work with diverse suppliers across a set of categories of spend in GPO. This person will work across teams to develop both new and existing suppliers to support across businesses. This role will be responsible to implement programs and drive results across categories of spend, assess risks, balance the business needs vs constraints. The role will provide analytics and performance metrics for the supplier diversity team. The person in this role will be the primary point of contact for the Supplier Diversity and Inclusion program in their categories to truly impact the communities we work in and support.This role can be based out of Bellevue, WA, Nashville, TN and Arlington, VA.Key job responsibilities• Identify, research, assess capabilities of diverse vendors to create supply base across a set of spend categories• Develop diverse suppliers in collaboration with business for future opportunities and requirements• Cultivate and maintain relationships with diverse supplier organizations• Analyze and report on supplier diversity program and metrics• Manage and track diversity spend in alignment with Supplier Diversity Program teams• Manage various supplier diversity initiatives for a set of categories in GPO• Manage communications for internal stakeholders on vendor & supplier diversity• Make key decisions and/or recommendations concerning sourcing strategy, negotiation strategy, contract awards, and supplier management• Interact externally with the supplier community and industry analystsBASIC 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 ...

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 Senior Procurement Manager in Cost Engineering who will lead 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 implementing 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• Develop and execute a comprehensive cost-engineering roadmap, establishing should-cost models and targets to improve procurement efficiency and cost visibility.• Lead change management initiatives to introduce and integrate cost engineering and value engineering methodologies across the organization and supplier networks.• Drive value management by organizing and facilitating functional analysis workshops with internal and external stakeholders to identify cost-saving opportunities and enhance product value.• Utilize advanced 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.• Define and monitor cost engineering KPIs and scorecards to assess supplier performance, strengthen business partnerships, and track cost improvement goals.• Present detailed cost insights and actionable recommendations to management for effective decision-making.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations, engineering, analytics or related field- 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 ...

Amazon Global Supply Chain and Transportation Procurement (GSCTP) is seeking a Procurement and Strategy Manager to oversee Vendor Sourcing and Management responsibilities. This role will focus on leading vendor negotiations, developing consistent negotiation methodology, and ensuring alignment with internal stakeholder teams. A successful candidate will be able to deliver on improved financial results, delivery performance, capacity and sustainability efforts. This individual will be expected to manage multiple vendors concurrently and directly, 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. In this role you will be responsible for delivering successful negotiations at scale, working with senior leadership of external vendors and providing thought-leadership within procurement and several Amazon stakeholder teams.Key job responsibilities- Negotiation: Delivering improved financial performance through large scale negotiations for services contracts.- Leadership: Leading 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 the goals of the business, not just financial goals.- Bias for Action: Delivering end-to-end contract projects, working through many obstacles and unexpected challenges along the way in order to maintain momentum.- Communication: Communicating 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: Utilizing problem-solving skills to work through difficult challenges, including the full procurement cycle from sourcing, negotiations, legal requirements and internal systems updates.About the teamGlobal team responsible for procurement related activities which include supporting and/or leading small to large scale sourcing events and contract negotiations. Works closely with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and to ensure that all supplier related activities meet cost, capacity and service goals.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree- 3+ years of procurement experience- 3+ years of working cross functionally across several teams experience- 3+ years of using Microsoft Excel to manipulate and analyze large sets of data experience ...

Global Procurement Centralized Services (GPCS) 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. GPCS, 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. GPCS's Americas division (AMER) currently provides these services for ~1300 sites across 6 countries. 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 ...

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.Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a dynamic, growing business unit within Amazon.com that provides a broad set of infrastructure services including computing power, storage options, networking and databases available on demand. We are the leader in cloud computing and our pioneers are embracing innovation, building the future, and making history!Data Center Sourcing & Procurement supports the Data Center Planning & Delivery team in obtaining the best services at the lowest costs, and manages the full “Supplier Lifecycle” including Supplier Onboarding, RFQs/Solicitations, Spending and Transaction Policy (S&TP) Compliance, Contract Management, Supplier Development, and portions of requisitioning and payment operations.As a Program Manager, you will identify waste and enable innovation across multiple teams. You will utilize data and metrics to champion process improvement initiatives to reduce cycle times and manual effort. You will develop the Data Center Sourcing and Procurement Technology roadmap over a 2-year horizon focused on systems and tools. The ideal candidate must be collaborative, but also work with autonomy. To be successful in this role you must be highly analytical; think strategically; have a sense of urgency to meet customer timelines; exhibit curiosity and learning drive, succeed in a fast-paced environment; engage key stakeholders where needed; and have a high level of customer focus. Also, you must have a demonstrated track record of managing multiple projects and driving them to completion to meet business objectives. It will be critical to embrace and model Amazon’s Leadership Principles and have an entrepreneurial spirit with a “get it done” mentality.Effective May 15, 2017, logical access to the AWS GovCloud region will be restricted to Amazon employees who are U.S. Citizens. (GovCloud may NOT be accessed from outside of the United States)Key job responsibilities-Identify process improvements to reduce cycle time -Identify automation opportunities to reduce manual effort -Lead Operational Procurement Metric Improvement Initiatives for organization-Support Pre-Contract Operational procurement tasks -Develop and enhance process and training documentation -Design programmatic solutions to challenges that unlock future scale-Make prioritization and trade-off decisions with little oversight while managing to timelines and partner teams, effectively surfacing debates where needed or driving inspection through the mechanisms you create to anticipate and fix recurring blockerAbout the teamAbout the team*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.*Diverse Experiences*Amazon 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 Balance*We 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 Culture*Here 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 Growth*We’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- 4+ years of program or project management experience- 4+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements- Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams- 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 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 innovated devices like Fire tablets, Fire TV and Amazon Echo. What will you help us create?Key job responsibilities- The Materials Program Manager (MPM) is responsible for the management and delivery of the product financial health for innovated, highly integrated consumer products.- You have a business orientation and is responsible for working within the local and remote operations, engineering and software teams driving development, implementation and management of the product budget- You are the business voice responsible for capturing, documenting and communicating financial exposures and outlay as it relates to their product- You are involved throughout all stages of the product family's lifecycle to ensure Lab126 achieve all financial targets through end-of-life.- You will support weekly executive product line reviews outlining performance against budget, target and actual costFollow this link to view more Amazon Device opportunities within our Operations and Supply Chain teams: https://www.amazon.jobs/content/en/teams/devices-services/operations-supply-chainA day in the lifeIn this role, you will:- Work with engineering and the supply chain team to set program cost targets at a commodity level for your project- Track the program actual costs versus target to identify program deltas and corrective actions to bring back on track- Attend program new product introduction meetings to understand the cost implication of engineering and/or process changes as related to you product fully loaded cost targets- Work with the OEM to set your product purchase order cost for the upcoming period- Manage purchase price variance claims resulting from engineering changes, component obsolescence or forecast variance- Drive the supply chain and operations team to provide detailed cost reduction forecast that enable you to meet and exceed your product goals- Work with the Lab126 Management team to ensure predictable, accurate forecasts for your products- Host weekly executive management cost reviews that deep dive through every aspect of your productBASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline- 5+ years experience in the business procurement organization of a consumer market segment company- Experience in procurement practices working with engineering, supply chain and Tier 1 OEM partners ...

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 Responsibilites: · 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 · Negotiation and implementation of supplier agreements/contracts by working with cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers to reach agreement on contract terms and conditions. · Helping to develop long-term department strategies and significantly influencing the cross-company project development and delivery processes and standards. · Keys to success in this role include sound judgement and excellent written/verbal communication skills. The candidate should be able to extract insights from data and be able to communicate appropriately. 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 ...

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 ...