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Blueprint Technologies

<div><p><b>Who is Blueprint?</b></p>
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We are a technology solutions firm headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with a strong presence across the United States. Unified by a shared passion for solving complicated problems, our people are our greatest asset. We use technology as a tool to bridge the gap between strategy and execution, powered by the knowledge, skills, and the expertise of our teams, who all have unique perspectives and years of experience across multiple industries. We're bold, smart, agile, and fun.</p>
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What does Blueprint do?</b></p>
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Blueprint helps organizations unlock value from existing assets by leveraging cutting-edge technology to create additional revenue streams and new lines of business. We connect strategy, business solutions, products, and services to transform and grow companies.</p>
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Why Blueprint?</b></p>
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At Blueprint, we believe in the power of possibility and are passionate about bringing it to life. Whether you join our bustling product division, our multifaceted services team or you want to grow your career in human resources, your ability to make an impact is amplified when you join one of our teams. You'll focus on solving unique business problems while gaining hands-on experience with the world's best technology. We believe in unique perspectives and build teams of people with diverse skillsets and backgrounds. At Blueprint, you'll have the opportunity to work with multiple clients and teams, such as data science and product development, all while learning, growing, and developing new solutions. We guarantee you won't find a better place to work and thrive than at Blueprint.</p>
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We are looking for a <b>Finance and Procurement Manager </b>to join us as we build cutting-edge technology solutions! This is your opportunity to be part of a team that is committed to delivering best in class service to our customers.</p><br>
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In This Role</b></h2>
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In this role, you will serve as a Procurement Category Manager responsible for sourcing, contracting, and executing purchases of hardware, software, services, and lab equipment that support critical business and engineering operations. You will partner closely with engineering, finance, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure purchase orders, contracts, and statements of work are accurate, compliant, cost-effective, and delivered on time. This role requires strong procurement execution, contract review expertise, financial analysis, and the ability to manage escalations across multiple geographies, particularly during high-volume fiscal and end-of-year periods.</p>
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Responsibilities</b></h2>
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<li><p>Manage end-to-end procurement activities for hardware, software, lab equipment, and services</p>
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<li><p>Review, submit, approve, and provide feedback on purchase orders (POs) and Statements of Work (SOWs)</p>
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<li><p>Ensure all procurement documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with internal policies and applicable regulations</p>
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<li><p>Execute and unblock PO workflows across multiple countries, including escalation management and issue resolution</p>
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<li><p>Review requisitions, solicit and evaluate bid proposals, and support supplier selection decisions based on cost, quality, availability, service, and performance</p>
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<li><p>Evaluate supplier and contract performance, including monitoring SLAs and recommending corrective actions or contract changes</p>
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<li><p>Lead and support supplier negotiations, including pricing, discounts, renewals, and contract terms</p>
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<li><p>Partner with engineering, finance, and business stakeholders to align procurement execution with budget and operational needs</p>
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<li><p>Provide guidance to staff on procurement processes, negotiation strategies, and contract administration</p>
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<li><p>Resolve issues related to undelivered, defective, or unacceptable goods and services</p>
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<li><p>Support fiscal year and end-of-year planning activities for hardware and services spend</p>
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<li><p>Analyze procurement, financial, and contract data; prepare reports and insights using tools such as Excel and Power BI</p>
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<li><p>Communicate procurement status, process changes, and execution guidance to stakeholders and leadership</p>
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<li><p>Establish or improve procurement processes to support business continuity and operational efficiency</p>
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<li><p>Provide white-glove procurement support for high-priority or time-sensitive initiatives</p>
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<li><p>Coordinate vendor compliance with internal requirements and minimize disruption from new corporate tools or processes</p>
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<li><p>Support onsite meetings and training sessions as needed</p>
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</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h2>
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<li><p>Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or a related field</p>
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<li><p>8&ndash;10 years of finance, procurement, or sourcing experience</p>
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<li><p>Minimum 3 years of experience using enterprise procurement tools and processes</p>
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<li><p>Minimum 3 years of experience reviewing, drafting, or managing contracts and SOWs</p>
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<li><p>Minimum 5 years of experience in data analysis, reporting, and financial modeling</p>
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<li><p>Strong understanding of procurement policies, purchasing regulations, and contract compliance</p>
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<li><p>Proven ability to manage complex procurement execution across multiple regions or countries</p>
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<li><p>Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills</p>
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<li><p>Excellent verbal and written communication skills with high attention to detail</p>
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<li><p>Proficiency with business productivity and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Word)</p>
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</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></h2>
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<li><p>Experience supporting engineering, hardware, or technology-driven environments</p>
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<li><p>Demonstrated experience managing high-volume procurement during fiscal year-end cycles</p>
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<li><p>Advanced financial analysis and reporting capabilities</p>
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<li><p>Experience evaluating and optimizing supplier portfolios</p>
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<li><p>Ability to influence without authority and manage escalations effectively</p>
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<li><p>Familiarity with enterprise-scale procurement systems and approval workflows</p>
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</ul><p><b>Salary Range</b></p>
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Pay ranges vary based on multiple factors including, without limitation, skill sets, education, responsibilities, experience, and geographical market. The pay range for this position reflects geographic based ranges for Washington state: $70,000 to $75,000 USD/annually. The salary/wage and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience and may be outside this range.</p>
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Equal Opportunity Employer</b></p>
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Blueprint Technologies, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, orientation, veteran/military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital, or familial status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other status protected by law.</p>
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If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please reach out to: recruiting@bpcs.com</p>
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Blueprint believe in the importance of a healthy and happy team, which is why our comprehensive benefits package includes:</p>
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<li>Medical, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Account</li>
<li>401k program</li>
<li>Competitive PTO offerings</li>
<li>Parental Leave</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional growth and development</li>
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<p><b>Location: </b>Remote - USA</p></div>

Finance and Procurement Category Manager

King County, WA

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2></div><br>
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<p>King County&rsquo;s Finance and Business Operations Division, Procurement &amp; Payables Section, is seeking a Lead Contract Specialist for the Architecture &amp; Engineering (A&amp;E) Procurement Team! This position is responsible for leading, overseeing, and reviewing the work of the team, as well as providing expertise as a technical procurement specialist for major capital improvement projects involving architecture, engineering, and professional services. This position is also responsible for managing and mitigating the risks inherent in contracting to protect the County from litigation, criticism, or unanticipated costs.</p><p>
We are looking for a self-motivated, enthusiastic, forward thinking, agile, and customer service driven employee to join our high performing team. If you are a natural leader who leads by example, is detail oriented, can work both collaboratively and independently, enjoys finding solutions to procurement challenges, and does all this with a positive attitude, this job is for you!</p><p>
The ideal candidate has a sense of humor, gets along well with others, can lead team discussions, performs their work proactively, makes sound decisions, takes actions to resolve issues, knows when to escalate an issue, is organized and able to stay on schedule, values personal responsibility, and is able to hold the team accountable.</p><p>
Candidates with backgrounds that demonstrate contract administration, contract compliance, or complex project delivery are encouraged to apply.</p><b>
Scope of Job Duties:</b><br>
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Lead procurement staff for architecture, engineering, and professional services which include:<ul><li>
Assigning and overseeing workload</li><li>
Resolving contract and procurement issues</li><li>
Identifying and removing roadblocks for the team</li><li>
Acting as point of contact for agency collaboration on contracting needs</li><li>
Providing training for staff and customers</li><li>
Leading process improvement projects</li><li>
Coaching, mentoring, and leading staff to high levels of professional development and productivity</li><li>
Research, prepare, and issue solicitation and contract documents in accordance with County policies and procedures.</li><li>
Determine applicability of federal and state requirements including but not limited to Federal Transportation Administration, Federal Highway Administration, and State Revolving Funds.</li><li>
Suggest alternative contracting methods such as general contractor construction manager, design-build, and job order contracting in compliance with state laws.</li><li>
Develop, review, and edit boilerplate documents such as RFPs, contracts, templates, guidelines, exhibits, forms, and manuals; and research cited references to RCW, WAC, or CFR to ensure references are current.</li><li>
Provide strategic advice, innovative solutions, technical expertise, and direction to ensure compliance with applicable policies, rules, and regulations.</li><li>
Support procurement&rsquo;s position with knowledge of best practices, policies, executive orders, King County code, statutes, regulations, ordinances, and contract terms and conditions.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><br>
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Minimum Qualifications:</b><ul><li>
Experience planning, advertising, evaluating, and negotiating procurements and/or executing contracts for architecture and engineering services</li><li>
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and investigative research skills.</li><li>
Experience improving operations, decreasing cycle time, streamlining work processes, and providing quality customer service.</li><li>
Experience managing different opinions, facilitating discussion, resolving conflicts, and finding resolutions.</li><li>
Strong communication, interpersonal, writing and customer service skills</li><li>
Intermediate level of technology proficiency using MS Office Productivity tools in your daily work</li><li>
Ability to manage your time and adapt to changing priorities, work on multiple priorities and projects simultaneously, meet quick deadlines, and produce timely and quality work products.</li><li>
Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.</li></ul><br>
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We would love it if you have:</b><ul><li>
Associate DBIA or DBIA certification from the Design Build Institute of America;</li><li>
Knowledge of industry principles and practices for construction and/or alternative public works procurements and/or contracts;</li><li>
Experience with LEAN processes and principles;</li><li>
Experience with SharePoint, MS Teams, and other collaborative online tools.</li></ul><br>
The Procurement &amp; Payables Section is part of the larger Finance and Business Operations Division portfolio of countywide services. FBOD&rsquo;s vision <b>&ldquo;Count on Us&rdquo;</b> reflects the division&rsquo;s deep-seated commitment to customer success, equity, employee engagement, resource stewardship, and operational excellence. If these values align with your own, please apply and join FBOD for a rewarding career!<p><b>
Position Information:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Work Site Details:</b> The 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<i>. </i>Please reach out for additional details at the contact below.</li><li><b>
Location Requirement: </b>Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.</li><li><b>
Work Schedule: </b>This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and therefore is NOT overtime eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday, comprising a 40-hour workweek; normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.</li><li><b>
Union Representation: </b>This position is Teamsters 117 represented.</li></ul><br>
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 in our 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. Employees will need to be available and responsive during scheduled work hours and follow FBOD&rsquo;s hybrid/remote guidelines that include on-camera participation during virtual video meetings.<br>
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<b>The Application/Selection Process: </b>The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. A completed King County Application is required. Applicants from this recruitment may be used to fill future opportunities in this job classification including Term-Limited Temporary, Special Duty Assignment, Short-Term-Temporary and Career Service vacancies. <b>We highly recommend that you provide a resume. </b>A cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications and why you are interested in this position is encouraged as well.<p>
The selection process consists of different phases: screening interview, virtual interview, and if successful, pre-hire reference checking. For some positions, additional phases may also include skill testing, writing samples or additional interviews. Candidates will be updated on the status of their application via the email address used to apply.</p><p><i>
Each phase is set for a specific day. Different times will be available for those days only. Please reach out to the contact below to confirm dates. Rescheduling interviews may not be possible and may remove you from consideration if unavailable.</i></p><i>
 </i><b>Note: Online applications are preferred. However, if you cannot apply online, go to www.kingcounty.gov/jobs for other options.</b><p>
If you have any questions or concerns while applying, please contact:<b> Michael Castro, Recruiter </b>Email: mcastro@kingcounty.gov</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Supplemental Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.</b></p><b>
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? </b><b>Come join the team</b><b> dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.</b><br>
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Guided by our &quot;True North&quot; values, 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.<p></p><p><b><br>
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer</b></p><p>
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.</p><p><b>
To Apply</b></p><p>
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.</p></div></div></div><p></p>

Architecture & Engineering Lead (Contract Specialist III)

Amazon.com

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><div>
Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? Do you like the idea of seeing how your work impacts the bigger picture? Answer yes to any of these and you&rsquo;ll fit right in here at Amazon Robotics. We are a smart team of doers that work passionately to apply advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers&rsquo; experiences in ways we can&rsquo;t even imagine yet.
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Amazon Robotics has locations in the greater Boston and Seattle area, the epicenter of robotics innovation. Our diverse teams come from all over the world to design, test and build our dynamic fleet of robots, mechatronic systems and pack automation solutions. Having our offices, labs, test floors and factories all co-located means that we can design the hardware, write the code, test, build and watch it all come to life. This allows us to innovate quickly and on limitless ideas. Current advancements are underway in autonomous movement and mobility, artificial intelligence and machine learning, manipulation, simulation, robotic management software, predictive analytics, and much more.<br>
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The Amazon Robotics Supply Chain provides strategic sourcing for a portfolio of robotic technologies and is responsible for delivering new products by enabling the right suppliers and technologies, and getting the right materials at the right cost to the right place at the right time to support our network of global fulfillment and transportation solutions. It is a fast-paced operation that works cross-functionally with teams across Amazon and is driven by data and metrics.
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The Sr. Commodity Manager has an important role in ensuring that their respective commodity and suppliers meet the technical and commercial specifications necessary for Robotics to satisfy its internal Manufacturing Operations, Supplier Quality, Supply Chain, and Hardware Engineering customers. This candidate will work with multiple business functions in a team environment.
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The team consists of global sourcing professionals from various career and educational backgrounds including Automotive, Consumer Products, Technology and Aerospace. Educational background diversity consisting of Finance, Engineering and Supply Chain Management.<br>
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Key job responsibilities<br>
<ul><li>Lead cross-functional supply chain team dedicated to the supplier and supply chain design, sourcing and logistics decisions, and supply chain execution for robotics products from concept, through development, to scaled deployment.
</li><li>Act as single point of contact for program resources (leadership and working teams) to communicate Supply Chain decisions and progress, provide feedback on supply chain implications of program decisions and changes, and support financial planning and capital approvals for the program.
</li><li>Work with Robotics leadership to ensure partnership between Robotics Supply Chain, hardware engineering, operations and program teams on commodity and supplier selection, cost performance tradeoff analysis, cost road map development and execution, and enabling rapid product development stages, and delivering an effective path to scaled deployment.
</li><li>Responsible for definition and approval of the Product level Supply Chain Strategy documents, including identification of critical components and suppliers, product cost roadmap to meet payback targets, definition of capacity plan and associated sourcing and tooling requirements, supply chain risk assessment &amp; mitigation plans.
</li><li>Work with sourcing in developing negotiation strategies for categories which impacts the product to deliver against business objectives and achieve sustainable relationships with strategic suppliers pertaining to Amazon Robotics products supporting the priority programs as driven by the Operating Plan (OP)
</li><li>Work with GCMs on managing overall supplier relationships including supplier performance, capability development, capacity planning, contracting, risk mitigation, and cost and quality improvements.
</li><li>Managing overall supplier relationships including supplier performance, capability, capacity planning, contracting, risk mitigation, cost and quality improvements.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Working with technical operations, engineering, and program teams on new product introduction programs to define standard and custom product requirements ensuring sourcing strategies meet the technical capabilities, cost, and business goals.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Developing efficient and accurate mechanisms for communicating forecast and capacity requirements for sustaining and new products.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Guiding the purchasing and planning teams by monitoring supplier performance and addressing supply and/or quality issues.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Aligning supplier strategies to Robotics goals for sustaining production and new product.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Development and execution of global commodity strategies that align business requirements with supplier capabilities.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Maintaining monthly supplier scorecards and conducting quarterly executive business reviews.
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A day in the life<br>
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
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1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
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2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
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3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
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4. 401(k) Plan
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If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you&rsquo;re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>5+ years of developing, negotiating and executing business agreements experience</li><li>Experience developing strategies that influence leadership decisions at the organizational level</li><li>Experience managing programs across cross functional teams, building processes and coordinating release schedules</li><li>Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related technical field</li><li>6+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience</li><li>Experience directly working with engineering teams</li><li>Experience with Microsoft Office</li><li>Experience in supply chain, commodity, and supplier management in a high volume, global sourcing and operations manufacturing environment with a global supply base of contract manufacturers</li><li>Knowledge of basic supply agreement construction and key contracting provisions/requirements</li><li>5+ years of direct experience in Sourcing Mechanical Components, including Machined Parts, Stamped Parts, Plastic Parts, and/or Raw Materials</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Experience identifying, negotiating, and executing complex legal agreements</li><li>Master's degree in a technical field, or Master of Business Administration</li><li>Experience in negotiations with global suppliers with a proven track record in cost reduction</li><li>5+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience</li><li>Experience in a Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Production/Procurement, Distribution, Logistics or related environment/operations</li><li>Working knowledge of applicable industries, robotics, semiconductors, consumer electronics, electric vehicles, or similar</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.<br>
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $133,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $220,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.</div>

Sr. Commodity Manager, Robotics Supply Chain

Blue Origin

<div><div>Application close date:</div>
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.<div></div><div>
At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We&rsquo;re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!</div><div></div>
This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.<div></div><div>
Our Buyer II will ensure program requirements are appropriately prioritized and executed to meet the needs Blue Origin. They will be competent in Blue Origin Supply Chain compliance standards, strategies, and initiatives. They have excellent oral and written skills, and solid communication skills. They also have experience preparing and issuing Requests for Proposal/ Requests for Quote, performing cost analysis in support of proposals, and have developed negotiation strategies and led formal negotiations. Our Buyer III is experienced in constructing various contracting types for major procurement activities to meet the requirements of the programs and needs of the business to include long range procurement agreements, sourcing partnerships, continuous improvement initiatives, and identification of opportunities for enhanced efficiencies. They take ownership of the procurement process from requisition creation through final payment of invoices and are accountable to resolve issues within this process. They will lead the identification, implementation, negotiation, execution, and management of strategic agreements (i.e., Long-Term Agreements (LTAs)) where mutually beneficial. They will support the overall procurement organization&rsquo;s strategic direction and ensure corporate strategic objectives are achieved to include delivery of production materials that are on time, within budget and meet technical performance requirements.</div><div><br>
Key candidate attributes to facilitate success in this role include influencing, facilitation, presentation, communication, process development, analysis, and problem solving. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!</div><div></div><div>
Minimum Qualifications:</div><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of experience, or Master's degree with 3+ years of experience in Business Administration/Management, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related industry experience.</li><li>
Interprets and applies company, policies, procedures, work instructions, business standards and U.S. government regulations, i.e., FAR, DFAR, ITAR/EAR, and SOX Compliance.</li><li>
Ensure timely and effective completion of projects and initiatives of the supply chain department.</li><li>
Maintain compliant and accurate files and data records.</li><li>
Strong analytical skills, data driven with experience in establishing and tracking program metrics</li><li>
Create and maintain systems and processes to streamline operations.</li><li>
Must have top notch people and communication skills.</li><li>
Working understanding of AS9100 standards.</li><li>
Knowledge of Engineering Data such as specifications &amp; source control drawings.</li><li>
An eagerness to identify opportunities, find solutions, execute plans, and evaluate results critically and expediently</li><li>
Highly analytical and critical thinker</li><li>
Maintains passion for solving problems from end-to-end</li><li>
Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, multi-task, and prioritize workload</li><li>
Track record of working in an ambiguous environment and ability to define processes that can scale</li><li>
Adept at working with different systems and making recommendations on improvements for both systems and processes (i.e. ERP, MS Office, Data Analytics<i>)</i></li><li>
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships</li></ul><div></div><div>
Preferred Qualifications:</div><ul><li>
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certification</li><li>
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification</li><li>
Current active DOD Secret Security Clearance and/or Special Access</li><li>
Experience with Costpoint and Machined Parts procurement</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Compensation Range for:</div>
CA applicants is $76,455.00-$107,035.95;WA applicants is $76,455.00-$107,035.95<div></div><div>
Other site ranges may differ</div><div></div><div>
Culture Statement</div><div>
Don&rsquo;t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you&rsquo;re excited about this role but your past experience doesn&rsquo;t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.</div><div></div><div>
Export Control Regulations</div><div>
Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.</div><div></div><div>
Background Check</div><ul><li><div>
Required for all positions: Blue&rsquo;s Standard Background Check</div></li><li><div>
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation</div></li><li><div>
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.</div></li><li><div>
Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Benefits</div><ul><li><div>
Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.</div></li><li><div>
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.</div></li><li><div>
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Buyer II - Supply Chain

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><p>
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we are 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.<br>
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You will join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain and procurement specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You will collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for availability, safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers.<br>
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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!<br>
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The AIS Power &amp; Cooling team is looking for a results-oriented individual to own New Production Introduction (NPI) and sourcing management for Data Center Power &amp; Cooling Equipment. Our NPI Sourcing Managers are experts in their industries who deliver the sourcing and supply chain strategies that helps drive the explosive growth of AWS.<br>
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As a member of the Power and Cooling Supply Chain and Procurement Team, you will manage the global New Product Introduction Program Management for one or more of the categories that reside within the Power and Cooling Equipment space supporting AWS Data Center build projects. This role has an important role in ensuring that their respective equipment and suppliers meet the technical and commercial specifications necessary for AWS to satisfy its supplier quality, capacity delivery, and engineering customers' needs.<br>
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This position is located in Austin TX, Seattle WA, or Herndon VA.
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Key job responsibilities<br>
Work cross-functionally with Design Engineering, Quality Engineering, Finance, Sourcing/Supply-chain, Legal, Technical Program Management teams to qualify new products or new designs of existing equipment<br>
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Drive product from NPI to global scale while mitigating potential supply risks and cost uplifts<br>
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Develop Scope of Work (SOW) for new initiatives and clearly define milestones<br>
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Develop, implement, and manage supply chain scaling strategies on a global scale<br>
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Drive the strategic aspects of large complex cross-functional projects<br>
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Drive innovation through the supply chain and influence industry practices<br>
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Develop analytical reports to deliver information to business partners and stakeholders that support improved decision making<br>
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Be a subject matter expert for the customers, technologies, and markets in which you engage<br>
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Manage cross-functional projects against plans and objectives to meet commitments and goals<br>
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Identify and drive realization of opportunities for sustainable, scalable, relative advantage in your category<br>
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Requires travel up to 15% of the year
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About the team<br>
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>
<br>
Diverse Experiences<br>
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.<br>
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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 in the cloud.<br>
<br>
Inclusive Team Culture<br>
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.<br>
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Mentorship and 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.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></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>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 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"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></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><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.<br>
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $133,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $220,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.</div>

Sr. NPI Sourcing Manager, AWS Power & Cooling Procurement

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></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.<br>
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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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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 Services (AIS) 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 Austin, TX or Seattle, WA.<br>
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This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an initiative that will shape the future of AWS and the data center liquid cooling industry. In this role you will manage the end to end supply chain of liquid cooling products and technology that serve AWS global demand. You will work very closely with Data Center Engineering team, collaborate with Technical Program and Product Managers and other cross functional teams, and lead the supply chain development for liquid cooling development and deployment of advanced cloud infrastructure solutions. You will maintain unconstrained supply on a global scale for liquid cooling category and work with internal customers and business partners to understand demand signals and drive the appropriate supply strategies to deliver continuity of supply.<br>
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Join our fun, highly-motivated team of professionals who work hard, have fun, and make history. Apply now to be a part of this transformative journey!
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Key job responsibilities<br>
<ul><li>Develop and execute the global supply chain strategy to deliver high-quality liquid cooling solutions to our customers in a timely manner and at optimal costs.</li><li>Manage end-to-end supply chain operations, including supplier on time delivery, supplier capacity, logistics, inventory and lead time management, and supplier relationships.
</li><li>Drive continuous improvements to enhance supply chain efficiency, agility, and resilience.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product managers, quality, demand planning team.
</li><li>Support liquid cooling product roadmap development, influence supplier and technology selection, and make optimal supply chain decisions that provide the most benefit to AWS.</li><li>Proactively manage and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure uninterrupted product delivery.
</li><li>Identify and implement innovative supply chain technologies and best practices to drive supply chain flexibility and resiliency to meet AWS business requirements.</li><li>Develop analytical reports to deliver information to business partners and stakeholders that support improved decision making.</li><li>Manage supplier performance and allocation of material to demands based on priority.</li><li>Develop predictive analytics models for demand forecasting and capacity planning.</li></ul><br>
A day in the life<br>
Each day you will interact with external supply base and different internal teams responsible for engineering, product development, finance, integration, and operation of these complex technology programs. You prioritize your activities to support data center product development and delivery, identify and resolve problems and blockers, and focus on the actions that are most impactful for business success.<br>
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About the team<br>
We are a fun team with highly motivated professionals who work hard, have fun, and make history. Our Team Mission is: Establish a resilient, innovative, and competitively advantaged supply chain that accelerates the time-to-market for liquid cooling products. Deliver high-quality liquid cooling solutions to our customers in a timely manner and at optimal costs.
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Diverse Experiences
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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.
<br>
<br>
Why AWS<br>
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>
<br>
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 in the cloud.<br>
<br>
Inclusive Team Culture<br>
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.<br>
<br>
Mentorship and 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.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></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>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 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"><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 creating an innovative global supply strategy for the organization resulting in a tangible benefit to the business</li><li>Experience in procurement practices working with engineering, supply chain and Tier 1 OEM partners</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.<br>
<br>
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $133,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $220,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.</div>

Sr. Global Supply Manager, Amazon Web Services (AWS) Power and Cooling (PAC) Procurement and Supply Chain

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