Senior Data Center Construction Procurement Lead

Amazon; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 147,900 - 200,100; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Data Center Construction Procurement Manager to drive strategic sourcing for construction services across global data centers.

You will develop and implement sourcing strategies, manage RFPs with GC and suppliers, and negotiate contracts to optimize cost, risk, and performance in a complex infrastructure network. The role spans local and global projects, collaborating with internal stakeholders, and emphasizing data-driven decision-making, supplier

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of data analysis experience with tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent.
• Experience in best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, contracting).
• Experience negotiating with global suppliers and achieving cost reduction.
• 5+ years of experience with construction services and material procurement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for construction services.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and competitive landscapes.
• Manage Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for Data Center Construction scopes with General Contractors, subcontractors, and construction material/equipment suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships to drive efficiency and performance.
• Create robust metrics and accountability mechanisms for supplier performance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel

Pivot Tables

SQL

Tableau

Negotiation

Category management

RFX

Contracting

Cost reduction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field

Master's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Tableau

SQL

RFP tools

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Data Center Construction Procurement Manager to drive strategic sourcing for construction services across global data centers.

You will develop and implement sourcing strategies, manage RFPs with GC and suppliers, and negotiate contracts to optimize cost, risk, and performance in a complex infrastructure network. The role spans local and global projects, collaborating with internal stakeholders, and emphasizing data-driven decision-making, supplier