Sr. Category Sourcing Manager , Amazon Leo

Amazon; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 147,900 - 200,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Sr. Category Sourcing Manager to develop strategic sourcing plans and manage cross-functional teams. Located in Baltimore, MD, this role requires a strong background in data analysis and procurement practices. Candidates should possess at least 6 years of experience in manufacturing or sourcing, and leadership skills to negotiate with global suppliers. The base salary range is $147,900.00 to $200,100.00 annually, complemented by comprehensive benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments.
• 6+ years of data analysis experience.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute strategic sourcing plans.
• Negotiate agreements and contracts.
• Analyze industry trends to identify opportunities.

Skills

Data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau

High volume manufacturing operations

Cross-functional team management

Negotiation with global suppliers

Education

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

Tools

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Job description

Sr. Category Sourcing Manager , Amazon Leo

Job ID: 10404141 | Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC - M90

Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet to customers and communities around the world, and we’ve designed the system with the capacity, flexibility, and performance to serve a wide range of customers, from individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.

Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Key job responsibilities

• Use industry and relevant data analysis, create and execute strategic sourcing plans for a technology, business unit, department, or project to help internal customers meet their goals
• Work with a range of stakeholders including business leaders, engineering leaders, legal, program management, and supply chain to negotiate a variety of agreements and contracts including term sheets, MOUs, NDAs, SOWs, development agreements, component purchase agreements and others
• Analyze industry trends and evolving technology to proactively identify opportunities to reduce cost, minimize risk, protect continuity of supply, and industry developments that benefit Amazon’s customers
• Influence suppliers' processes, technology decisions, and policies in ways that are mutually beneficial and sustainable for both organizations
• Prioritize projects and activities to deliver maximum cost reductions and reliable on‑time delivery
• Manage cross‑functional projects against plans and objectives to meet commitments and goals
• Drive financial modeling of large and complex deals
• Evaluate and monitor financial health of critical suppliers
• Effectively lead cross‑functional meetings with clear document writing, agenda creation, note capture and follow‑up activity coordination
• Domestic and International Travel as needed

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field
• 6+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience
• 6+ years of data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent experience
• 6+ years of related industry experience
• Experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies
• Experience in global supply chain management, managing cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced consumer electronics product company
• Experience in program, project or product management, or leading product implementation

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field
• Experience in data centers, infrastructure service providers, or related technology companies
• Experience in negotiations with global suppliers with a proven track record in cost reduction
• Experience in procurement practices working with engineering, supply chain and Tier 1 OEM partners
• Experience practicing best‑in‑class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should‑cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, or equivalent)

Benefits and Compensation

The base salary range for this position is 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription), Basic Life & AD&D insurance, optional Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

EEO Statement

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.