Senior Global Lead, Memory & Storage Procurement

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 194,000 - 262,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in Seattle, WA is seeking a results-driven leader to manage a global supply chain team responsible for Memory and Storage infrastructure.

This role leads cross-functional engagements across Engineering, Product Operations, and Business teams to secure supply, reduce costs, and drive strategic procurement initiatives. The ideal candidate will guide a strategic procurement roadmap, manage executive relationships with key suppliers, negotiate critical contracts, and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of building and leading large teams in matrixed operating structures.
• Knowledge of distribution networks and channel P&Ls.
• Experience negotiating VP-level contracts with channel partners and agencies.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Product Management, Customer Service, Operations, Legal, Finance, and Senior Leadership.

Responsibilities

• Establish category sourcing strategies for Memory and Storage Infrastructure
• Drive and own executive relationships with suppliers
• Develop category expertise and depth, including: knowledge of industry, sub categories, supply base, benchmarks and indices as well as industry leaders, laggards, and niche players
• Analyze category details to proactively ensure continuity of supply, and exploit emerging opportunities that benefit Amazon
• Influence suppliers’ roadmaps, design, processes, technology decisions and policies
• Lead complex and cross-functional projects

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Vendor negotiations

Executive stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. in Seattle, WA is seeking a results-driven leader to manage a global supply chain team responsible for Memory and Storage infrastructure.

This role leads cross-functional engagements across Engineering, Product Operations, and Business teams to secure supply, reduce costs, and drive strategic procurement initiatives. The ideal candidate will guide a strategic procurement roadmap, manage executive relationships with key suppliers, negotiate critical contracts, and