Senior Data Center Sourcing & Construction Lead

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced procurement professional to lead strategic sourcing for data center construction and related services.

You will develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies, manage RFPs with GC and subcontractors, and drive cost reductions and supplier performance across a global infrastructure network. Join AWS Infrastructure Services to collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyze market trends, and align procurement initiatives with business

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience practicing best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, or equivalent).
• 5+ years of data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent experience.

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

Negotiation

Data analysis

Strategic sourcing

Cross-functional collaboration

Contracting

Education

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

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

Tools

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Pivot Tables

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced procurement professional to lead strategic sourcing for data center construction and related services.

You will develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies, manage RFPs with GC and subcontractors, and drive cost reductions and supplier performance across a global infrastructure network. Join AWS Infrastructure Services to collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyze market trends, and align procurement initiatives with business