Strategic Procurement Category Lead - APAC

Amazon Inc.

Sydney

Hybrid

AUD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Amazon Corporate Services Pty Ltd in Sydney seeks a Procurement Category Manager to develop and implement regional category strategies across APAC, collaborating with business partners and suppliers to deliver value and reduce costs. You will lead RFPs, negotiate terms, and analyze market data to drive efficiencies.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of experience, a Bachelor's degree, and strong communication skills to influence senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

3+ years of full-time industry work experience.
Experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management.
Strong communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

Understand customer requirements and analyze category data to establish regional procurement strategies.
Manage multiple indirect categories across APAC, including Marketing, HR, and facilities.
Lead end-to-end RFx processes, negotiations, and supplier onboarding across countries.
Provide market intelligence and supplier capabilities insights to the business.
Develop metrics to track supplier performance and cost reduction initiatives.
Lead business reviews to share best practices and improve partnerships.
Drive procurement innovation and process improvements across the lifecycle.

Skills

Category management

Negotiation

Data analysis

RFP processes

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of experience, a Bachelor's degree, and strong communication skills to influence senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

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