Procurement

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.We are seeking a Category Manager with procurement experience to strategically source products and services within our Global Procurement Operations, CapEx Equipment Category Team. The person in this role will interact with our most important suppliers to satisfy business requirements and will partner with multiple teams in Amazon to develop and execute category sourcing strategies, improve productivity and value across the category.Key job responsibilities- Establish and execute category sourcing strategies, lead cross-functional teams, negotiate with suppliers and deliver the best value; - Drive appropriate relationships with suppliers, with the objective of achieving the optimal solution and cost of ownership;- meet the business and procurement goals fostering a culture of continuous improvement with performance benchmarks in use;- Identify, monitor and optimize opportunities to increase value and mitigate risks for our Customers;- Lead end-to-end Procurement process for large investment projects globally;- Act as a category expert and focal point within the Procurement team;- anticipate trends and risks, identify and exploit opportunities to continuously improve performance;- Achieve y-o-y cost savings and meet/exceed KPI set for category sourcing activities;- Negotiate and implement supplier agreements/contracts by working with cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers to reach agreement on contract terms and conditions;- Help to develop long-term department strategies and significantly influence the cross-company project development and delivery of enhanced processes and standardsKEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:- Earn the trust of key stakeholders to drive alignment with the business- Create and execute the 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 improvementsTRAVEL REQUIREMENT: Travel up to 25%BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience- 3+ years of program or project management experience- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience- 2+ years of supply chain 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- 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 Services Science (AISS) researches and builds machine learning models that influence the power utilization at our data centers to ensure the health of our thermal and electrical infrastructure at high infrastructure utilization.As a Business Intelligence Engineer, you will be gathering business requirements and creating BI and analytics solutions that have measurable customer impact, and demonstrating exemplary written and verbal communication skills. You will have to set the right vision, strategy and roadmap and work alongside with stakeholders in the organization to make it happen. You know and love working with business intelligence tools, can model multidimensional datasets, and can partner effectively with business leaders to answer key business questions.You will work in a fast-paced environment and deliver artifacts in fast iterations towards an ideal solution. Your ability to work through ambiguity and develop scalable, and high-performance solutions is essential. You will have opportunities to influence software systems and work directly with business stakeholders. In addition, successful candidates will be able to lead by example, balance reporting responsibilities while participating in cross-team efforts including business goals roadmaps and planning. Key job responsibilities- Design, develop and maintain scaled, automated, user-friendly systems, reports, dashboards, etc. that will support the needs of the business.- Apply deep analytic and business intelligence skills to extract meaningful insights and learning from large and complicated data sets.- Be hands-on with ETL to build data pipeline to support automated reporting.- Serve as liaison between the business and technical teams to achieve the goal of providing actionable insights into current business performance, and ad hoc analyses to support future improvements or innovations. This will require data gathering and manipulation, problem solving, and communication of insights and recommendations.- Build various data visualizations to tell the story of business trends, patterns, and outliers through rich visualizations.- Recognize and adopt best practices in reporting and analysis: data integrity, test design, analysis, validation, and documentation.- Own the design, development, and maintenance of ongoing metrics, reports, analyses, dashboards, etc. to drive key business decisions.About 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- 3+ years of analyzing and interpreting data with Redshift, Oracle, NoSQL etc. experience- Experience with data visualization using Tableau, Quicksight, or similar tools- Experience with data modeling, warehousing and building ETL pipelines- Experience in Statistical Analysis packages such as R, SAS and Matlab- Experience using SQL to pull data from a database or data warehouse and scripting experience (Python) to process data for modeling ...

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.As a Supply Chain Manager for the Global Procurement Operations Reusables Team (GPORT), you will be responsible for a reusables product and its end-to-end execution across the global supply chain. You will interface with internal customers and assure supply. You will work with our team to deliver reusable items in a world-class reverse logistics network – delivering on requirements and refining site demand signals. Key job responsibilities• Own key metrics and goals such as forecast accuracy• Create a plan that creates a balance between customer experience, speed and cost• Own the end-to-end procurement strategy using a demand-driven approach • Develop a deep understanding of demand planning and optimization tools• Partner with product, technical, operations and other network planning teams to build scalable solutions• Design program mechanisms to reduce bottlenecks, improve communication, identify risks, and gather feedback from worldwide stakeholders• Proactively build and manage relationships with key internal stakeholders across the businesses• Continuous Improvement – Analyze the impact of business changes on demand (region/sites) and continuously improve the forecasting processes by diving deep into the gaps within existing tools and by automation and standardization while working with internal and external stakeholders (Retail, Finance, Transportation, Operations).A day in the lifeWe are seeking an experienced leader to work in the reusable products space to create a collaborative planning, forecasting, and replenishment model. You define topline forecasts and purchase requirements for reusable assets at a global scale. You will deal with ambiguity, identify problem statements and develop innovative solutions to improve Customer Experience, reduce cost and create a best-in-class circular supply chain.The successful candidate must be highly organized and possess strong data extraction and analytical capabilities. They are able to self-manage competing priorities, driving both strategic and tactical activities in parallel, and possess strong written and verbal communication skills. About the teamOur mission and purpose: Build, implement, and sustain global solutions for Reusable assets in support of Amazon Operations. We deliver sustainability, maximize productivity, and minimize cost.GPORT is a team spread across multiple different time zones with multiple different and dynamic forces acting through it, with it, and across it. We should lead “purpose-first” and use our leadership philosophy and mission as a baseline for how we interact with each other and with other teams.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of supply chain, forecasting, manufacturing, sourcing/procurement, or vendor 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 program or project management 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 would 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 Telecom products and services for the Global Procurement Organization. The person in this role will coordinate with several telecom and cross-functional 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. 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- 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. 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- Experience being responsible/leading large and complex negotiations- Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams- Experience managing spend amount of at least $75 million ...

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 ...

DESCRIPTION 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.We are seeking a talented Category Manager to play an instrumental role in the build out of our Amazon Warehousing & Distribution (AWD) centers and 3PL network. AWD provides up-stream storage and distribution for FBA Sellers. As a Category Manager, you will create and own the strategic relationship with third-party logistic providers (3PLs) and senior internal stakeholders while building collaboration within and across organizational boundaries. You will drive key sourcing activities, ensuring equipment and service availability to meet business goals while minimizing risk. You will be the trusted advisor in strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives. In this role will manage internal and external relationships while building new categories and processes.We are seeking a leader with procurement experience to strategically source products and services as part of our External Fulfillment Procurement Organization. The position will work and partner with multiple teams to develop and execute category sourcing strategies and processes, deliver savings and improve productivity across the category. Key job responsibilities · Identify, develop and deliver long term sourcing strategies, lead sourcing initiatives with cross-functional teams; drive the decision making process of the category roadmap with 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 operational teams to deploy and manage the implementation of your defined strategies. LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES · Establish category sourcing strategies, lead cross-functional strategic sourcing teams, negotiate with suppliers and execute contracts to optimize Amazon’s competitive position · Build a supply base that is diverse and representative of the communities Amazon serves · 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 · Develop and implement Supplier Relationship Management activities to mitigate risk, improve performance and add value to Amazon · Align with internal customers and understand the business application of the category~25% travel including occasional international travelA day in the life · Earn the trust of key stakeholders to drive alignment with the business · Drive and execute complex sourcing activities in cooperation with cross-functional team · Gather business needs end elaborate the most optimal sourcing strategy to secure on timely manner the capacity, minimizing Total Cost of Ownership and risk · Develop a resilient, fast-paced and flexible supplier base · Leverage existing procurement resources to benefit our internal customers · Understand problems, pull people together, identify solutions and deliver results · Own commercial relationship with third-party logistic providers “If 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!”“Amazon 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 Coverage2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options3. Paid Time Off (PTO)4. 401(k) Plan”About the teamOur team strives to be a single point of contact for procurement support to our stakeholders. We are finding ways to move faster and more efficiently than ever before to deliver upgrades to capacity across Amazon's Customer Fulfillment network.This group is part of the External Fulfillment Organization and key stakeholders are various teams within Network Planning, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and Legal and others. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree- 5+ years of working cross functionally across several teams experience- 5+ years of procurement experience ...

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.- Develop and execute long term sourcing strategies, support 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; - Support supplier performance management; including improving sustainability & social responsibility; - Help develop Key Performance Indicators and set goals for the team- Support 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 20%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 building processes, project management, and schedules- Experience in analyzing data to drive decisions- Experience working cross functionally with non-tech teams- Experience in defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics- Experience in driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL ...