Senior Data Center Sourcing & Procurement Lead

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

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc., within AWS Infrastructure Services, is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing for data-center construction and related services. You will shape procurement strategies, manage complex RFPs with GC partners, and drive cost reductions across a global supplier base.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align objectives with business goals, develop metrics to assess supplier performance, and ensure safe, on-time delivery across our

Qualifications

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

Negotiation

Procurement strategy

Cross-functional collaboration

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

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc., within AWS Infrastructure Services, is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing for data-center construction and related services. You will shape procurement strategies, manage complex RFPs with GC partners, and drive cost reductions across a global supplier base.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align objectives with business goals, develop metrics to assess supplier performance, and ensure safe, on-time delivery across our