procurement category manager infraops planning and sourcing

Amazon.com

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">DESCRIPTION</h2><div>
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we&rsquo;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 &mdash; and we&rsquo;re looking for talented people who want to help.
 
 
You&rsquo;ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You&rsquo;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&rsquo;ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. 
 
Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a highly reliable, scalable, and low-cost cloud platform that powers thousands of businesses in over 190 countries. AWS&rsquo; Infrastructure Supply Chain &amp; Procurement (ISCaP) organization works to deliver cutting-edge solutions to source, build and maintain our socially responsible data center supply chains. We are a team of highly-motivated, engaged, and responsive professionals who enable the core sustainable infrastructure of AWS. Come join our team and be a part of history as we deliver results for the largest cloud services company on Earth! 
 
As a Procurement Category Manager, you will create and implement sourcing strategies for at least one services category and collaborate with internal business partners and suppliers to drive efficiencies, reduce risks, and costs for Amazon. You will develop mechanisms and metrics to hold suppliers accountable for performance and delivery. You will drive results through methods that include competitive bidding, negotiating, and analyzing data and market trends for your category. 
 
The ideal candidate thinks long term, drives multiple initiatives, communicates appropriately and influences customers and suppliers at all levels. You will be collaborative, but also work with significant autonomy. To be successful in this role you will be highly analytical; think strategically and globally; exhibit curiosity and learning drive; have a sense of urgency to meet customer timelines, succeed in a fast-paced environment; and have a high level of customer focus and business judgement. It will be critical to embrace and model Amazon&rsquo;s Leadership Principles. 
 
Key job responsibilities 
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 
<ul><li>Manage a category within the Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) domains</li><li>Achieve cost savings through bidding and negotiations</li><li>Plan and execute effective negotiation strategies with vendors.</li><li>Analyze category data and metrics to drive Procurement category strategies</li><li>Understand trends in customers&rsquo; needs and concerns, across categories and regions, to influence customers&rsquo; priorities</li><li>Build strong relationship with customers and ensure customer satisfaction</li><li>Lead supplier selection process across multiple categories, internal teams, and regions, and create longer-term supplier selection strategies for management</li><li>Lead business reviews to discuss best practices and issues and to ultimately improve supplier performance and strengthen business partnerships</li><li>Provide support throughout the contracting process, as well as management of contracts post-execution</li></ul> 
About the team 
Why AWS 
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world&rsquo;s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating &mdash; that&rsquo;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&rsquo;t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don&rsquo;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&rsquo;s nothing we can&rsquo;t achieve in the cloud. 
 
Inclusive Team Culture 
Here at AWS, it&rsquo;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&rsquo;re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth&rsquo;s Best Employer. That&rsquo;s why you&rsquo;ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>5+ years of procurement, supply chain, inventory management, contract management, lease administration or operations experience</li><li>5+ years of relevant strategic sourcing including vendor negotiations, global contract management, process improvement, operational and financial analysis experience</li><li>Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related technical field</li><li>Experience in procurement, supply chain, inventory management, contract management, lease administration or operations</li><li>Experience in strategic sourcing including vendor negotiations, global contract management, process improvement, operational and financial analysis</li><li>Experience with data analysis tools such as Advanced Excel, SQL, Tableau, Python</li><li>Experience in global supply chain management, managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced consumer electronics product company</li><li>&quot;US Citizenship required&quot;</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>4+ years of program, project, product management, or leading a product implementation process experience</li><li>Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field</li><li>Experience in program, project, product management, or leading a product implementation process</li><li>Experience in data centers, infrastructure service providers, or related technology companies</li></ul> 
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. 
 
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. 
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life &amp; AD&amp;D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits. 
USA, TX, Austin - 79,500.00 - 139,100.00 USD annually 
USA, VA, Herndon - 79,500.00 - 139,100.00 USD annually 
USA, WA, Seattle - 82,700.00 - 139,100.00 USD annually</div>

Procurement Category Manager, InfraOps Planning and Sourcing

King County, WA

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Summary</h2></div>
<div>In addition to the current opening, this recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future Contract Specialist II Career Service vacancies within the Parks Division over the next six (6) months.<div></div> 
Are you passionate about parks, community impact, and public service? King County Parks is seeking a detail-oriented Contract Specialist II to join a dynamic team that supports building and preserving parks, trails, and natural lands for all. Bring your procurement expertise and make a difference in a role that blends collaboration, innovation, and service to the community.
About the Role:
The Contract Specialist II position will work in the Procurement and Strategic Sourcing (PASS) Unit to provide excellent customer service and collaboration in a team-oriented environment with the mission to help build parks, trails, and natural lands for all. A successful candidate will have knowledge of procurement and contract administration for goods, services and technology. This position will have a range of responsibilities include determining and developing a procurement approach, working with client groups to analyze and develop scopes of work, and contract negotiations.
This position follows a hybrid work model, blending remote and in-person work.
About the Team:
The Finance, Budget, and Planning Section manages the Parks and Recreation Division&rsquo;s financial affairs and business administration in support of its mission to steward, enhance and acquire parks to inspire healthy communities. The section is a vital internal support resource to the Parks Division and is comprised of 24 employees across four work units. The four work units represent: Finance Administration; Accounting and Fiscal Administration; Budget and Financial Planning; and Procurement and Strategic Sourcing with teams dedicated to core values that embody accountability, diversity and inclusion, stewardship, and workforce development.
Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:
King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Contract Specialist II, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.<div>
Apply now for a rewarding career at the King County Parks Division of the King County Department of Natural Resources &amp; Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.</div></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Duties</h2></div>
<div>What You Will Be Doing:<ul><li>
Develop and manage procurements for goods and technical services: Create procurement strategies, write and refine scopes of work, establish selection criteria and pricing schedules, and collaborate with central procurement staff to support effective procurement.</li><li>
Independently administer complex contracts: Oversee contract lifecycles, track key data, monitor performance, and recommend procurement strategies to ensure contracts are available for business continuity.</li><li>
Provide subject matter expertise in procurement processes: Support operational teams by offering guidance on sourcing strategies, contract requirements, and procurement best practices.</li><li>
Build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships: Collaborate with technical and non-technical staff, procurement and payables teams, and external partners to ensure smooth communication and issue resolution.</li><li>
Analyze departmental needs to inform procurement strategies: Research, evaluate, and recommend contract solutions aligned with program goals and operational requirements.</li><li>
Maintain accurate contract and procurement documentation: Manage databases and document systems to ensure organized, audit ready records.</li><li>
Coordinate issue resolution and compliance activities: Identify potential contract or procurement issues, recommend corrective actions, and support adherence to policies and procedures.</li></ul></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills</h2></div>
<div>Qualifications You Bring:<ul><li>
Experience managing procurement and strategic sourcing of goods, services, and technology contracts.</li><li>
Experience in business analysis, contract negotiation, and project management.</li><li>
Knowledge of public procurement thresholds and sourcing strategies (RFP, ITB, RFQ, Sole Source, Cooperative Contracts).</li><li>
Intermediate skills in technical writing and proofreading skills, including ability to draft contract language.</li><li>
Experience in contract administration.</li></ul>
Competencies You Bring:<ul><li>
Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.</li><li>
Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.</li><li>
Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.</li><li>
Resourcefulness: Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.</li><li>
Courage: Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.</li><li>
Manages Ambiguity: Operating effectively, even when things are not certain, or the way forward is not clear.</li></ul>
It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:<ul><li>
Oracle EBS and/or Oracle procurement Cloud or related experience utilizing procurement technology.</li><li>
Experience with LEAN processes and principles.</li><li>
Experience with SharePoint, MS Teams and other collaborative online tools.</li><li>
Experience working in the public sector or government environment.</li></ul></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Supplemental Information</h2></div>
<div>Working Conditions:<ul><li>
Work Location:The Finance team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson, Seattle, Washington 98104. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.</li><li>
Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible.</li><li>
Union Representation: This position is represented by Teamsters 117.</li></ul>
Application and Selection Process:
We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all background to apply.
Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.
To apply, submit a:<ul><li>
Complete Application</li><li>
Resume</li><li>
Cover Letter</li></ul>
Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.
Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Jessica Fuqua at jfuqua@kingcounty.gov.
Discover More About the Parks Division: Visit our website and check us out at Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Flickr.
Discover More About DNRP: Visit our website, explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Keeping King County Green News.
Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest. 
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. 

Guided by our &quot;True North&quot;, we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. 
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.</div></div></div>

Contract Specialist II

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">DESCRIPTION</h2><div>
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we&rsquo;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 &mdash; and we&rsquo;re looking for talented people who want to help.
 
 
You&rsquo;ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You&rsquo;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&rsquo;ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. 
 
This position is located in Seattle, WA or Austin, TX. 
 
Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a highly reliable, scalable, and low-cost cloud platform that powers thousands of businesses in over 190 countries. AWS Infrastructure Service (AIS) organization works to deliver cutting-edge solutions to source, build and maintain our socially responsible data center supply chains. We are a team of highly-motivated, engaged, and responsive professionals who enable the core sustainable infrastructure of AWS. Come join our team and be a part of history as we deliver results for the largest cloud services company on Earth!
 
 
The AIS Power &amp; Cooling team is looking for a results-oriented individual to own sourcing and supply management for Data Center Power &amp; Cooling Equipment. Our Procurement Managers are experts in their industries who deliver the supply that helps drive the explosive growth of AWS.
 
 
As a member of the Power and Cooling Procurement Team, you will manage the end-to-end global sourcing and supply chain for one or more of the categories that reside within the Power and Cooling Equipment space supporting AWS Data Center build projects. This role's primary responsibility is to maintain unconstrained supply on a global scale for the responsible categories and work with our internal customers and business partners to understand demand signals and drive the appropriate supply strategies to deliver continuity of supply. This has to be achieved while enabling procurement with low cost structure and flexibility in adapting to volatile demand. 
 
Key job responsibilities 
<ul><li>Develop, implement, and manages sourcing and supply chain strategies on a global scale</li><li>Drive the strategic aspects of large complex cross-functional projects</li><li>Develop and maintain supplier capacity modeling</li><li>Understand demand inputs and position supply to support unconstrained growth at AWS scale in both the short-term and long-term horizons</li><li>Engage with global supply chain counterparts to drive leading supply chain practices and initiatives</li><li>Partner with engineering teams to drive NPI initiatives and value-engineering initiatives.</li><li>Drive innovation through the supply chain and influence industry practices</li><li>Develop analytical reports to deliver information to business partners and stakeholders that support improved decision making</li><li>Manage supplier lead times and drive them to meet AWS business requirements</li><li>Manage supplier performance and allocation of material to demands based on priority</li><li>Be a subject matter expert for the customers, technologies, and markets in which you engage</li><li>Manage cross-functional projects against plans and objectives to meet commitments and goals</li><li>Identify and drive realization of opportunities for sustainable, scalable, relative advantage in your category</li><li>Requires travel up to 15% of the year</li></ul> 
About the team 
Diverse Experiences
 
AWS 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&rsquo;t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don&rsquo;t let it stop you from applying.
 
 
Why AWS 
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world&rsquo;s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating &mdash; that&rsquo;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&rsquo;t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don&rsquo;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&rsquo;s nothing we can&rsquo;t achieve in the cloud. 
 
Inclusive Team Culture 
Here at AWS, it&rsquo;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&rsquo;re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth&rsquo;s Best Employer. That&rsquo;s why you&rsquo;ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>2+ years of program, project or product management, or leading product implementation experience</li><li>6+ years of related industry experience</li><li>8+ years of data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent experience</li><li>Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field</li><li>Experience in data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent</li><li>Experience in high-volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments</li><li>Experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies</li><li>Experience in global supply chain management, managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced consumer electronics product company</li><li>Experience in program, project or product management, or leading product implementation</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field</li><li>Experience in data centers, infrastructure service providers, or related technology companies</li><li>Experience in negotiations with global suppliers with a proven track record in cost reduction</li><li>Experience in procurement practices working with engineering, supply chain and Tier 1 OEM partners</li><li>Experience practicing best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, or equivalent)</li></ul> 
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. 
 
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. 
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life &amp; AD&amp;D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits. 
USA, TX, Austin - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually 
USA, WA, Seattle - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually</div>

Sr. Global Procurement Manager, AWS Infrastructure Services

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">DESCRIPTION</h2><div>
The Amazon Worldwide Grocery Category Management team is looking for a Sr. Category Manager, Protein, who will play a critical role developing category goals, strategies, and assortment tailored to our customers in the complex and growing Protein category. They will be responsible for multiple facets of our multi-channel retail business (e.g., buying/vendor management, program management, trade planning, sourcing) including identifying growth opportunities within our Center Store Frozen space, executing category resets, and delivering business results through data-rich, customer-centric product selection, pricing, presentation, and promotions. They will be able to deliver results at both a strategic and tactical level across all aspects of the business. 
 
Key job responsibilities 
<ul><li>Strategy &amp; Innovation: Create data-driven customer centric category strategies that leverage customer insights, market trends, and competitive analysis.</li><li>Drive Success: Take ownership of the financial performance for your category. Develop and execute seasonal strategies that align with our business goals.</li><li>Curate Assortments: Collaborate with suppliers to bring the best products to our multi-channel grocery business. Lead line reviews, assortment planning, and item forecasting.</li><li>Pricing &amp; Promotion: Help shape pricing strategies that balance profitability with customer value. Work with marketing teams to support impactful promotional events.</li><li>Item Management: Maintain accurate item level data that adhere to regulatory compliance.</li><li>Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Marketing, Instock, Operations, Trade Planning, Demand Planning and other teams to ensure smooth execution of category goals.</li><li>Dive Deep &amp; Test and Learn: Monitor category performance and adapt strategies based on data insights. Lead testing initiatives to continuously improve our offerings.</li><li>Brand Advocacy: Consistently represent and promote our brand values, products and mission, acting as a trusted representative internally and externally.</li><li>Mentorship: Share your knowledge and experience by coaching new team members. Be a resource for the wider team on category management best practices.</li></ul></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>Bachelor's degree, or 5+ years of professional or military experience</li><li>5+ years of account management, project or program management or buying experience</li><li>Experience with business analysis and P&amp;L management</li><li>Experience negotiating with internal and external stakeholders</li><li>5+ years of with Excel experience</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>Experience driving direction and alignment with cross-functional teams</li><li>Experience using data to influence business decisions</li><li>MBA</li><li>Knowledge of Microsoft Access or SQL</li></ul> 
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. 
 
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. 
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life &amp; AD&amp;D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits. 
USA, VA, Arlington - 121,200.00 - 163,900.00 USD annually 
USA, WA, Seattle - 121,200.00 - 163,900.00 USD annually</div>

Sr. Category Manager, Protein, Worldwide Grocery Category Management

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">DESCRIPTION</h2>
Amazon&rsquo;s World-Wide Grocery Private Brands NA team is looking for a Packaging Sourcing Manager to join our team. The Packaging Sourcing Manager will engage with internal and external resources to deliver Amazon Grocery Private Brands products customers love. This role is designed to build strategic partnerships that support growth, cost optimization, while delivering sustainability initiatives.
 
The ideal candidate will have and in-depth knowledge and experience packaging and souring that can demonstrate a bias for action, think big, ownership, deliver results, and have strong customer empathy. This candidate will have experience diving deep to gain customer insights, launching successful new products, and developing strong relationships with project stakeholders and suppliers. The candidate will possess attention to detail, excellent communication skills, the ability to drive consensus across multiple stakeholders and be a great team player. The ability to work independently and deal with an ambiguous environment is a must. 
 
 
 
Key job responsibilities 
Deliver front end sourcing activities that support new product development. 
Building strategic supplier partnerships. Building cost models and delivering packaging cost savings across an expansive portfolio. 
Driving packaging improvements with the business and across cross-functional stakeholders.
 
Ability to work hand in hand with Packaging Engineers to deliver end to end packaging strategies.
 
Working with third party co-packers to identify areas of opportunity for packaging consolidation or introducing innovative packaging solutions. 
Continually find ways to drive cost out of our packaging efforts.
 
Identifying new packaging innovations that unlock new areas of opportunity for us.
 
Evaluating vendor prototypes and providing improvements/suggestions or alternative solutions
 
Advising senior management on the latest packaging sourcing trends and optimal solutions.
 
Building &amp; maintaining accurate and up to date sourcing tools for packaging materials and procedures.
 
Providing technical support for root cause analysis of customer complaints related to packaging. 
 
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>3+ years of developing diverse supplier strategies and executing on sourcing activities experience</li><li>Knowledge of sourcing/procurement, building systems and maintenance, vendor management and customer service</li><li>Experience delivering results for large, cross-functional initiatives/projects, or experience in solving complex business challenges by delivering accurate and timely financial models, analysis, and recommendations that have a proven impact on business (e.g., financial savings, operational improvements, or customer benefits)</li><li>Knowledge and experience with various packaging substrates production of prototypes, and new product development.</li><li>Experience managing local and international packaging suppliers</li><li>Experience building and managing cost models, systems, and tool that support sourcing activities.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>3+ Years of Packaging Sourcing Experience preferably in CPG.</li><li>Experience with end-to-end packaging &amp; product delivery.</li><li>Bachelor's degree in packaging, logistics, transportation, supply chain, or business.</li></ul> 
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. 
 
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. 
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life &amp; AD&amp;D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits. 
USA, TX, Austin - 73,300.00 - 128,300.00 USD annually 
USA, WA, Seattle - 82,700.00 - 128,300.00 USD annually</div>

Packaging Manager, Sourcing, World Wide Grocery Stores - Private Brands NA

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">DESCRIPTION</h2><div>
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we&rsquo;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 &mdash; and we&rsquo;re looking for talented people who want to help.
 
 
You&rsquo;ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You&rsquo;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&rsquo;ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. 
 
Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a highly reliable, scalable, and low-cost cloud platform that powers thousands of businesses in over 190 countries. AWS Infrastructure Service (AIS) organization works to deliver cutting-edge solutions to source, build and maintain our socially responsible data center supply chains. We are a team of highly-motivated, engaged, and responsive professionals who enable the core sustainable infrastructure of AWS. Come join our team and be a part of history as we deliver results for the largest cloud services company on Earth! 
 
Do you have a desire to make a major contribution to the future in the rapid growth environment of Cloud Computing? Amazon Web Services is looking for a Supply Chain Product Manager to help build a scalable, predictive, and prescriptive supply chain risk management for our AIS Power and Cooling organization. You will be part of the AIS Power and Cooling new product development team working with Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Finance, Construction and other partner teams to achieve our goals. 
 
This role requires an individual with excellent knowledge of engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing in a fast paced ever changing environment. You will be responsible integrating across teams to maintain continuity of supply while minimizing supply chain risks. Data-driven decision-making is at the core of Amazon&rsquo;s culture. You will own building solutions and administering supply chain risk management that enable senior leaders to make critical business decisions. 
 
Key job responsibilities 
<ul><li>Executes strategic plans that improve service, productivity and quality. Aligned with the overall organizations vision.</li><li>Develop and implement systems of accountability to ensure ongoing, measurable performance improvement</li><li>Understand the requirements of our technical partners and work closely with internal and external new product development teams to lead the supply chain strategy vision and execution.</li><li>Prepare and present detailed data-driven business reviews to senior leadership, focused on supply chain risk management</li><li>Drive strategic supply chain risk reviews and mitigations with internal teams</li></ul> 
About the team 
*Why AWS* 
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world&rsquo;s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating &mdash; that&rsquo;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&rsquo;t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don&rsquo;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&rsquo;s nothing we can&rsquo;t achieve in the cloud. 
 
*Inclusive Team Culture* 
Here at AWS, it&rsquo;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&rsquo;re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth&rsquo;s Best Employer. That&rsquo;s why you&rsquo;ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>2+ years of program, project or product management, or leading product implementation experience</li><li>6+ years of related industry experience</li><li>8+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience</li><li>Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field</li><li>Experience in data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent</li><li>Experience creating an innovative global supply strategy for the organization resulting in a tangible benefit to the business</li><li>Experience leading and defining requirements and driving these across diverse organizations</li><li>Experience in global supply chain management, managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced consumer electronics product company</li><li>Experience in program, project or product management, or leading product implementation</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field</li><li>Experience in data centers, infrastructure service providers, or related technology companies</li><li>Experience in negotiations with global suppliers with a proven track record in cost reduction</li><li>Experience in procurement practices working with engineering, supply chain and Tier 1 OEM partners</li><li>Experience practicing best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, or equivalent)</li></ul> 
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. 
 
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. 
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life &amp; AD&amp;D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits. 
USA, TX, Austin - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually 
USA, WA, Seattle - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually</div>

Sr. Supply Chain Product Mgr, Power and Cooling

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">DESCRIPTION</h2><div>
Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a highly reliable, scalable, and low-cost cloud platform that powers thousands of businesses in over 190 countries. AWS&rsquo; Infrastructure Supply Chain &amp; Procurement (ISCaP) organization works to deliver solutions to source, build and maintain our socially responsible data center supply chains. We are a team of highly-motivated, engaged, and responsive professionals who enable the core sustainable infrastructure of AWS. Come join our team and be a part of history as we deliver results for the largest cloud services company on Earth! 
 
You&rsquo;ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You&rsquo;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&rsquo;ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. 
We are seeking a supply chain manager to deliver the best operating, lowest cost infrastructure in the world. In this role, you will plan, coordinate and manage allocations of infrastructure components across multiple manufacturers and suppliers.
 
 
In this role, you will:
 
<ul><li>Perform forecasting, demand analysis, material/inventory management, and manage supply buffers</li><li>Understand manufacturing processes to verify supply commitments and reduce cycle times</li><li>Work with component suppliers and server manufacturers to analyze, reconcile allocation and monitor changes and cancellations</li><li>Participate in requirements gathering
</li><li>Understand the supply chain network and work with various analytics and software development teams, driving automation
</li><li>Develop analytical tools and dashboards to track metrics, monitor SLAs, and report findings
</li><li>Produce written recommendations and insights to inform key stakeholders of supply chain health and help shape solution design</li></ul> 
 
 
 
Key job responsibilities 
<ul><li>Forecast generation and demand planning</li><li>Allocations of AWS material from inventory hubs to suppliers</li><li>Requirement and Specification reviews with Hardware Engineering</li><li>Ocean, air, and ground transportation planning</li><li>Supply heatmap generation</li></ul> 
About the team 
Why AWS 
 
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world&rsquo;s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating &mdash; that&rsquo;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&rsquo;t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don&rsquo;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&rsquo;s nothing we can&rsquo;t achieve in the cloud. 
 
Inclusive Team Culture 
Here at AWS, it&rsquo;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 (diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. 
 
Mentorship and Career Growth 
We&rsquo;re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth&rsquo;s Best Employer. That&rsquo;s why you&rsquo;ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>5+ years of procurement, supply chain, inventory management, contract management, lease administration or operations experience</li><li>5+ years of relevant strategic sourcing including vendor negotiations, global contract management, process improvement, operational and financial analysis experience</li><li>Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related technical field</li><li>Experience in procurement, supply chain, inventory management, contract management, lease administration or operations</li><li>Experience in strategic sourcing including vendor negotiations, global contract management, process improvement, operational and financial analysis</li><li>Experience with data analysis tools such as Advanced Excel, SQL, Tableau, Python</li><li>Experience in global supply chain management, managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced consumer electronics product company</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h2><ul><li>4+ years of program, project, product management, or leading a product implementation process experience</li><li>Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field</li><li>Experience in program, project, product management, or leading a product implementation process</li><li>Experience in data centers, infrastructure service providers, or related technology companies</li></ul> 
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. 
 
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company&rsquo;s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
 
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. 
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life &amp; AD&amp;D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits. 
USA, CA, Cupertino - 87,400.00 - 153,000.00 USD annually 
USA, TX, Austin - 79,500.00 - 139,100.00 USD annually 
USA, WA, Seattle - 82,700.00 - 139,100.00 USD annually</div>

Supply Chain Manager, Electrical Assemblies

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