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senior procurement specialist

Boeing

<p></p><div><p>At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We&rsquo;re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that&rsquo;s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.</p><p>
Boeing Global Services (BGS) is looking for an <b>Experienced Procurement Agent (Contracts)</b> to join our Supplier Management team in <b>Seattle, WA or Everett, WA.</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Position Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Leads the sourcing strategies, negotiations and documenting of contracts and agreements</p></li><li><p>
Prepares and executes negotiation strategies resulting in contractual documents and binding agreements</p></li><li><p>
Interprets and enforces contract terms and conditions</p></li><li><p>
Consults with external customers to resolve supplier performance issues</p></li><li><p>
Participates in supply chain improvement teams and identifies improvement opportunities for potential integration into supplier contract strategies</p></li><li><p>
Engages with executive leadership and presents on contractual risks, opportunities, and issues</p></li><li><p>
Mentors&rsquo; other procurement agents on suppler relationship management, contractual enforcement, supply chain processes and system utilization</p></li><li><p>
Collaborates cross-functionally to gain process efficiencies and meet the needs of our internal and external customer&rsquo;s requirements</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):</b></p><ul><li><p>
3+ years of experience in Procurement and Supply Chain processes</p></li><li><p>
3+ years of experience leading contract negotiations for a variety of complex terms and conditions</p></li><li><p>
Prior experience utilizing strategic decision making to drive business results</p></li><li><p>
3+ years of experience preparing and presenting to executives, senior leadership, and external customers</p></li><li><p>
Ability to travel 10-20% of the time</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):</b></p><ul><li><p>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or higher in business, supply chain, law, or a related field</p></li><li><p>
Experience in a self-directed role</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Drug Free Workplace:</b></p><p>
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies<i>.</i></p><p></p><p><b><i>
C</i></b><b>redit Check:</b> This position will require a credit check</p><p></p><p><b>
Total Rewards &amp; Pay Transparency:</b></p><p>
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.</p><p></p><p>
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.</p><p></p><p>
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.</p><p></p><p>
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.</p><p></p><p>
Summary pay range: $94,350.00 - $127,650.00</p><p><br>
Applications for this position will be accepted until <b>Mar. 02, 2026</b></p><p><b><br>
Export Control Requirements:
</b></p><p>This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a &ldquo;U.S. Person&rdquo; as defined by 22 C.F.R. &sect;120.62 is required. &ldquo;U.S. Person&rdquo; includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.</p><p><b>
Export Control Details:
</b></p><p>US based job, US Person required</p><p><b>
Relocation
</b></p><p>Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.</p><p><b>
Visa Sponsorship
</b></p><p>Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.</p><p><b>
Shift
</b></p><p>This position is for 1st shift</p><p><b><br>
Equal Opportunity Employer:</b></p><p>
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.</p></div>

Experienced Procurement Agent (Contracts)

<p></p><div><p>At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We&rsquo;re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that&rsquo;s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.</p><p>
Boeing Global Services (BGS) is looking for an <b>Experienced Procurement Agent (Contracts)</b> to join our Supplier Management team in <b>Seattle, WA or Everett, WA.</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Position Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Leads the sourcing strategies, negotiations and documenting of contracts and agreements</p></li><li><p>
Prepares and executes negotiation strategies resulting in contractual documents and binding agreements</p></li><li><p>
Interprets and enforces contract terms and conditions</p></li><li><p>
Consults with external customers to resolve supplier performance issues</p></li><li><p>
Participates in supply chain improvement teams and identifies improvement opportunities for potential integration into supplier contract strategies</p></li><li><p>
Engages with executive leadership and presents on contractual risks, opportunities, and issues</p></li><li><p>
Mentors&rsquo; other procurement agents on suppler relationship management, contractual enforcement, supply chain processes and system utilization</p></li><li><p>
Collaborates cross-functionally to gain process efficiencies and meet the needs of our internal and external customer&rsquo;s requirements</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):</b></p><ul><li><p>
5+ years of experience in Procurement and Supply Chain processes</p></li><li><p>
3+ years of experience leading contract negotiations for a variety of complex terms and conditions</p></li><li><p>
Prior experience utilizing strategic decision making to drive business results</p></li><li><p>
3+ years of experience preparing and presenting to executives, senior leadership, and external customers</p></li><li><p>
Ability to travel 10-20% of the time</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):</b></p><ul><li><p>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or higher in business, supply chain, law, or a related field</p></li><li><p>
Experience in a self-directed role</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Drug Free Workplace:</b></p><p>
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies<i>.</i></p><p></p><p><b><i>
C</i></b><b>redit Check:</b> This position will require a credit check</p><p></p><p><b>
Total Rewards &amp; Pay Transparency:</b></p><p>
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.</p><p></p><p>
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.</p><p></p><p>
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.</p><p></p><p>
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.</p><p></p><p>
Summary pay range: $118,150.00 - $159,850.00</p><p><br>
Applications for this position will be accepted until <b>Mar. 02, 2026</b></p><p><b><br>
Export Control Requirements:
</b></p><p>This is not an Export Control position.</p><p><b>
Relocation
</b></p><p>Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.</p><p><b>
Visa Sponsorship
</b></p><p>Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.</p><p><b>
Shift
</b></p><p>This position is for 1st shift</p><p><b><br>
Equal Opportunity Employer:</b></p><p>
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.</p></div>

Senior Procurement Agent (Contracts)

Oracle

<div><p>As a Senior Category Manager, you'll conduct contract negotiations, best value analysis, supplier and contract management, within a dynamic, fast-paced, and exciting business environment. The role is a hybrid role, based out of Seattle, WA office.</p></div>
<br><div><p><b>Specific responsibilities include:
</b></p><p><b>Contracting &amp; Negotiations
</b></p><ul><li>Lead master agreement and service addenda contract negotiations for Data Center, Colocation and Network Services.
</li><li>Ensure contract compliance with Oracle Corporate policies, focusing on commercial and business terms.
</li><li>Support Data Center and Colocation cost control, schedule, delivery, and cost management initiatives.
</li><li>Negotiate, draft and prepare contract and service order documents.
</li><li>Review and approve Purchase Requests and create and issue Purchase Orders.
</li></ul><p><b>Contract Management
</b></p><ul><li>Handle Service Order and Purchase Order contracts.
</li><li>Support financial contract reporting obligations.
</li><li>Support insurance and risk management business requirements.
</li><li>Conduct and support contract audit requests.
</li><li>Support business supplier management functions by conducting contract review and analysis to determine contract obligations, requirements, remedies.
</li>Support ad hoc special process improvement and business optimization projects.<br>
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</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Contract Reporting
</b></p><ul><li>Review and update all assigned activities and provide timely and accurate reporting (Master Agreement negotiations, Service Orders, Purchase Orders, Contract Management, Projects, RFX activities)
</li></ul><p><b>RFX Support
</b></p><ul><li>Support RFX activities as requested by Line of Business.
</li><li>Perform cost/price analysis, identify the best value for Oracle and negotiate favorable pricing and commercial terms.
</li><li>Perform proposal reviews and analyses to determine contract obligations, requirements, remedies.
</li></ul><p><b>Project Management
</b></p><ul><li>Develop and drive and contracting projects to support business needs and initiatives.
</li><li>Design and execute process improvement projects.
</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Skills and Experience:
</b></p><ul><li>5 - 8 years of relevant experience
</li><li>Strong contract, negotiation and procurement skills
</li><li>Strong business and legal understanding.
</li><li>Knowledge of the Data Center and Telecommunication (network) industry.
</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to successfully build relationships and influence individuals both up and down the organizational hierarchy.
</li><li>Ability to deal with potentially confrontational situations with patience, diplomacy and tact.
</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
</li><li>Self-motivated to work independently to deliver positive business results.
</li><li>Confidently and appropriately exercise sound judgment.
</li><li>Ability to work with both internal and external stakeholders on a regional, global, and/or virtual basis.
</li><li>Strong organizational skills
</li><li>Ability to meet business critical deadlines and able to work effectively in team environment.
</li></ul><p>#LI-KNC2</p></div>

Senior Category Manager – Data Center & Network Procurement

Amazon.com

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><div>
Revolutionize infrastructure procurement by driving strategic sourcing and innovative solutions that power global cloud computing infrastructure! Join our dynamic team and play a critical role in shaping the future of technology procurement across complex construction supply chains.<br>
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You will be instrumental in developing advanced procurement strategies that optimize our data center construction ecosystem. By leveraging your analytical skills and strategic thinking, you'll create transformative approaches that reduce costs, mitigate risks, and enhance supplier performance across our expansive infrastructure network.<br>
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We are a collaborative and forward-thinking group dedicated to building the technological infrastructure that powers global cloud computing. Our team values creativity, continuous learning, and a passion for solving complex challenges that shape the future of technology.<br>
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Key job responsibilities<br>
<ul><li>Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for construction services</li><li>Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and competitive landscapes</li><li>Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships to drive efficiency and performance</li><li>Create robust metrics and accountability mechanisms for supplier performance</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives</li></ul><br>
A day in the life<br>
Your day will be filled with dynamic challenges that blend strategic planning, collaborative problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making. You'll engage with cross-functional teams, analyze market trends, and develop innovative sourcing strategies that drive operational excellence. Each day you will interact with different teams responsible for all aspects of the data centers. You will prioritize your activities to support data center capacity availability and safety focusing on the actions that are most impactful. You will have the opportunity to work on projects locally and globally.<br>
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About the team<br>
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.
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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.<br>
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About AWS<br>
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Diverse Experiences<br>
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.
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Why AWS?<br>
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.<br>
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Inclusive Team Culture<br>
AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.<br>
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Mentorship &amp; Career Growth<br>
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.
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Work/Life Balance<br>
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.<br>
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#DCPD_Delivery</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field</li><li>6+ years of related industry experience</li><li>Experience practicing best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, or equivalent)</li><li>Experience in negotiations with global suppliers with a proven track record in cost reduction</li><li>5+ years of data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent experience</li><li>Experience in program, project or product management, or leading product implementation</li><li>5+ years of relevant experience with construction services and material procurement.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Master's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field</li><li>Experience in data centers, infrastructure service providers, or related technology companies</li><li>Experience in procurement practices working with engineering, supply chain and Tier 1 OEM partners</li><li>Experience interfacing directly with construction scopes through various stages of development and construction, direct coordination with internal and external teams responsible for construction and commissioning/testing phases of project</li><li>Familiarity with current engineering principles associated with Data Center Construction, Sustainability, etc</li><li>Strong quantitative, financial and qualitative analytical skills paired with hands-on attitude, excellent attention to detail, and good business judgment</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
<br>
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.<p><br>
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.</p><br>
USA, VA, Arlington - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually<br>
USA, VA, Herndon - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually<br>
USA, WA, Seattle - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually</div><p></p>

Senior Data Center Construction Procurement Manager, Data Center Sourcing & Procurement

Amazon

<div>
 <strong>
  Description
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  <br/>
 </strong>
 Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of diversity and inclusion of our teams within the organization.
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 How do you get items to customers quickly, cost-effectively, and&mdash;most importantly&mdash;safely, in less than an hour? And how do you do it in a way that can scale? Our teams of hundreds of scientists, engineers, aerospace professionals, and futurists have been working hard to do just that! We are delivering to customers, and are excited for what&rsquo;s to come. Check out more information about Prime Air on the About Amazon blog (https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/transportation/amazon-prime-air-delivery-drone-reveal-photos).
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 If you are seeking an iterative environment where you can drive innovation, apply state-of-the-art technologies to solve real world delivery challenges, and provide benefits to customers, Prime Air is the place for you.
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 Come work on the Amazon Prime Air Team!
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 Prime Air is seeking an experienced Sr. Global Commodity Manager to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a team that has a meaningful, measurable impact on company success.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Export Control License: This position may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Placement is contingent on Amazon&rsquo;s ability to apply for and obtain an export control license on your behalf.
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 <br/>
 Key job responsibilities
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 <ul>
  <li>
   Design and implement comprehensive supply chain and commodity strategies across multiple categories and regions, focusing on both strategic network optimization and tactical execution
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead complex initiatives autonomously, developing innovative solutions for undefined problems while managing cross-functional relationships with significant organizational impact
  </li>
  <li>
   Create and implement scalable processes that drive efficiency, optimize costs, and enhance supply chain resilience across the network
  </li>
  <li>
   Analyze market trends, pricing dynamics, and supply-demand patterns to identify opportunities and implement data-driven solutions that improve performance
  </li>
  <li>
   Influence and drive decisions across multiple stakeholder levels, spanning multiple organizations
  </li>
  <li>
   Develop and maintain strategic relationships with internal teams and external suppliers, negotiating agreements and driving alignment to optimize productivity
  </li>
  <li>
   Navigate regulatory requirements and compliance issues, implementing risk mitigation strategies for long-term stability
  </li>
  <li>
   Present strategic recommendations to senior leadership, clearly outlining trade-offs and impacts on competing metrics
  </li>
  <li>
   Drive best practices and standard work implementation across the organization, ensuring sustainable process improvements while balancing short-term delivery outputs with long-term strategic goals
  </li>
  <li>
   Be a Global Supply Chain advisor, facilitator, and integrator to internal stakeholders
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   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Basic Qualifications
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   5+ years of program or project management experience
  </li>
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   5+ years of supply chain experience
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
   <br/>
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  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Preferred Qualifications
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  <li>
   2+ years of driving process improvements experience
  </li>
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   Master's degree, or MBA in business, operations, human resources, adult education, organizational development, instructional design or related field
   <br/>
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  </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.
 <br/>
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 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.
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 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.
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 USA, WA, Seattle - 115,400.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
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 - Amazon.com Services LLC
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 Job ID: A3040729
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Sr. Supply Contracts & Procurement Specialist, Prime Air- Supply Chain Management

RUSSELL INVESTMENTS

<div><div>Business Unit:</div>
Global Sourcing, Corporate Services &amp; OCOO Administration<div><br>
Salary Range:</div>
$120,000 USD - $140,000 USD<div></div><div>
Specific compensation will be based on candidate&rsquo;s experience, skills, qualifications, commercial considerations, and other job-related factors permitted by law. At Russell Investments, salary is just one part of our compensation package. Our total rewards approach includes an annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility criteria) in addition to participation in our competitive benefits programs including healthcare, retirement, vacation, and wellbeing programs.</div><div><br>
Job Description:</div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>
Global Sourcing and Procurement (GSP), within the Global Operations organization at Russell Investments, has an exciting new opportunity for a Manager in IT/Services Procurement to join our team. The GSP organization is responsible for the procurement, sourcing, and contracting of various categories of spending across the global enterprise.</div><div></div><div>
To be successful in this role you should bring varied experience that will empower you to deliver significant cost reduction, supplier validation, and the ability to continually benchmark procurement practices to improve business efficiencies while building strong relationships within the organization and with suppliers alike. This is an exciting chance to be a part of a team whose collective experience spans many areas of expertise. We pride ourselves on performance and diversity.</div><div>
This role will collaborate with other highly talented individuals supporting the procurement and sourcing of several key categories, including services related to auditing, marketing, management consulting, employee development and public relations. In addition to committing Russell Investment resources to purchase goods and services, this role is responsible for developing supplier strategies, fee negotiations and bid packages (RFI/RFQ/RFP).</div><div></div><div>
The responsibilities of the individual in this position include:</div><div><i><br>
Strategic Sourcing:</i></div><ul><li><div>
Develop and execute category strategies while managing the entire procurement process resulting in the best possible terms for value, quality, service and delivery</div></li><li><div>
Lead complex strategic initiatives through a holistic and systematic sourcing process; develop and review effective project plans and negotiation strategies; evaluate supplier business proposals; provide recommendations for business strategy awards; negotiate complex agreements. Develop and present negotiation strategies and deal summaries to executives.</div></li><li><div>
Identify metrics, tools, and processes to optimize sourcing, supplier activities, and efficiencies; work collaboratively with team members to prioritize and drive successful implementations</div></li><li><div>
Oversee governance and control programs to ensure business continuity, protect company assets, mitigate risks and comply with corporate and regulatory policies</div></li><li><div>
Act as subject matter expert and drive process improvement for suppliers under management</div></li></ul><div></div><div><i>
Business Engagement</i></div><ul><li><div>
Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal customers, executive management, peers, business partners and direct reports</div></li><li><div>
Provide coaching and guidance to deepen GSP&rsquo;s functional excellence abilities with particular attention to business acumen, negotiation, risk, issue and opportunity management and other program management best practices</div></li><li><div>
Closely align with Legal, Operations, HR, Marketing, and Finance teams on alignment of the strategic sourcing vision cross-functionally</div></li></ul><div></div><div><i>
Leadership</i></div><ul><li><div>
Lead and collaborate with team members in aligning to business strategies and achieving objectives</div></li><li><div>
Interface and advise with senior management to align business priorities and manage issues</div></li></ul><div></div><div><i>
Value Creation:</i></div><ul><li><div>
Establish and promote aggressive value creation targets, committing to, and delivering on annual cost-saving targets for the GSP organization</div></li><li><div>
Develop annual cost savings programs and implement business strategies directly affecting company financial results and growth plans.</div></li><li><div>
Identifies and increases the addressable spend that procurement drives cost savings. Drives a culture of cost savings and value-driving metrics to drive value add to the firm</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
The successful candidate will have extensive demonstrable skills and experiences including the following:</div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or higher in Business, Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field. MBA preferred.</div></li><li><div>
4+ years of experience in procurement, including developing and negotiating contracts</div></li><li><div>
Advanced knowledge of eProcurement practices, Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) applications, spend analytics tools and electronic invoicing options</div></li><li><div>
Proven experience building trust and strong cross-functional relationships in a fast-paced environment</div></li><li><div>
Ability to influence business partners, peers and senior leaders across functional organization</div></li><li><div>
Experience proactively focused on and delivering cost savings, driving the team to deliver as well</div></li><li><div>
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Purchase Manager (C.P.M.) or equivalent certification preferred</div></li><li><div>
Proven complex contract negotiation and supplier relationship management skills</div></li><li><div>
Builds capacity of individuals and teams through effective employee development, involvement, communication, and supervision efforts</div></li><li><div>
Excellent analytical, presentation, communication, interpersonal and influencing skills.</div></li><li><div>
Strong analytical/data skills: fluent in Excel and able to apply a mathematical lens to business problems.</div></li><li><div>
Strategic planning: ability to define, and execute on, long-term strategic sourcing strategies.</div></li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div><div><i>
This role is not eligible for employment-based immigration sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.</i></div><div></div><div>
Equal Employment Opportunity</div><div>
Russell Investments is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all associates and employment applicants regardless of race, religion, ancestry, creed, color, gender (including gender identity which refers to a person's actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance, behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with a person's biological sex), age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, past or present unemployment status , or any other characteristic protected by law.</div></div>

Manager, Global Sourcing & Procurement

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><div>
Amazon is seeking a results-oriented Senior Energy Strategy Manager to work as a Project Single Threaded Owner (STO) for the AMER Central Infra-Energy Team. In this role, you will help to deliver on AWS&rsquo; energy strategy by evaluating and structuring complex power procurement opportunities. This specialized role will be the single threaded owner working with cross-functional teams to assess power capacity deals, conduct financial analysis, and develop innovative transaction structures that accelerate AWS's path to multiple gigawatts of new capacity in 2026 and beyond.<br>
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The Project STO will serve as a key contributor in evaluating non-standard utility capacity opportunities across the AMER Central Region, bringing deep analytical rigor and energy market expertise to complex deal assessments. This role requires a unique combination of technical energy knowledge, financial acumen, and project management skills to navigate the increasingly complex landscape of power procurement, including behind-the-meter installations, hybrid generation solutions, and mostly renewables generation power.<br>
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Key job responsibilities<br>
Deal Evaluation &amp; Analysis<br>
<ul><li>Conduct comprehensive financial and technical assessments of power procurement opportunities in excess of 1GW of capacity</li><li>Analyze complex deal structures including capital contributions (CIAC), prepaid OpEx arrangements, and market settlement mechanisms</li><li>Develop detailed financial models to compare competing opportunities across cost, timeline, and risk dimensions</li></ul><br>
Transaction Structuring &amp; Coordination<br>
<ul><li>Develop innovative deal structures that balance near-term capacity needs with long-term cost optimization</li><li>Coordinate with Legal, Finance, Tax, and Technical Accounting teams to ensure comprehensive due diligence</li><li>Create standardized evaluation frameworks and documentation templates for consistent deal assessment</li></ul><br>
Cross-Functional Partnership<br>
<ul><li>Work closely with TSS (Technical Site Services), RE (Real Estate), and TIPM teams to validate technical feasibility</li><li>Collaborate with Legal on contract negotiations and risk mitigation strategies</li><li>Engage with Water and Renewable Energy teams on integrated infrastructure solutions</li><li>Lead monthly leadership reviews and portfolio prioritization discussions</li></ul><br>
Market Intelligence &amp; Innovation<br>
<ul><li>Stay current on emerging power generation technologies including SMRs, hybrid (BTM &amp;FTM) solutions, and energy storage</li><li>Analyze utility rate-making practices and regulatory environments across jurisdictions</li><li>Assess innovative approaches to accelerate capacity delivery timelines</li></ul><br>
A day in the life<br>
This Senior Energy Strategy Manager will spend their day conducting deep-dive financial analysis on potential delivery opportunities, evaluating emerging power generation technologies and identify ideal capacity delivery options to power AWS&rsquo; growth. They'll coordinate with internal stakeholders to validate generation capacity assumptions, and work with Finance to assess NPV impacts of various capital contribution scenarios. They'll participate in portfolio reviews to compare opportunities across regions, prepare executive documentation outlining risks, opportunities and make recommendations to support accelerated growth. Throughout the day, they'll leverage their energy market expertise to identify hidden costs and optimize deal terms while maintaining clear communication across stakeholder groups.<br>
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About the team<br>
We are pioneering innovative transaction structures that go beyond traditional utility ESAs to include complex arrangements with capital contributions, market settlements, behind the meter structures, and emerging technologies. The Project STO role is critical to our success, bringing specialized expertise to evaluate our pipeline of projects and accelerate their conversion to executed deals.<br>
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Our team values deep technical expertise, Bias for Action, and the ability to navigate ambiguity in fast-moving energy markets. We celebrate knowledge sharing and mentorship, with regular opportunities to learn from our team of Principals who bring decades of utility and energy experience.
</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, engineering , analytics, mathematics, statistics or a related technical or quantitative field</li><li>Experience in tax, finance or a related analytical field, 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>Experience managing multiple projects and priorities across teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment</li><li>&bull; 12+ years of experience in utility/energy industry in commercial, business development, financial analysis, or infrastructure delivery roles</li><li>&bull; 8+ years of experience analyzing energy projects and evaluating complex financial structures</li><li>&bull; 5+ years of experience with HV/MV electric infrastructure projects in planning, evaluation, or project management capacity</li><li>&bull; Experience working with regulated electric utilities on tariff structures, rate-making, and capital contribution arrangements</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Experience relating complex tax risks to non-tax business stakeholders</li><li>&bull; Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Finance, or Engineering</li><li>&bull; Experience with derivative accounting treatment for power purchase agreements and energy service agreements</li><li>&bull; Knowledge of utility accounting practices, including CIAC revenue treatment and ROE calculations</li><li>&bull; Experience evaluating emerging power generation technologies (SMRs, hybrid solutions, energy storage)</li><li>&bull; Familiarity with wholesale power markets and market settlement mechanisms</li><li>&bull; Experience working with public utility commissions and energy regulators</li><li>&bull; Experience with IT infrastructure, data centers, or cloud services</li><li>&bull; Professional certifications such as CFA, CPA, or PE (Electrical Engineering)</li><li>&bull; Demonstrated ability to create standardized frameworks and evaluation methodologies</li><li>&bull; Strong bias for action with proven track record of delivering results in ambiguous, fast-paced environments</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
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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.<p><br>
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.</p><br>
USA, TX, Austin - 155,400.00 - 210,200.00 USD annually<br>
USA, VA, Arlington - 155,400.00 - 210,200.00 USD annually<br>
USA, WA, Seattle - 155,400.00 - 210,200.00 USD annually</div><p></p>

Senior Energy Strategy Manager - Projects, AMER Central Infra-Energy

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