Strategic Category Sourcing Manager

Socket.dev; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon in Bellevue, WA is seeking a senior procurement professional to lead strategic sourcing of optics and technical components across the product life cycle, from requirements through on-dock delivery. You will develop sourcing strategies, negotiate agreements, monitor supplier performance, and drive cost reductions while collaborating with cross-functional teams and coaching junior staff.

Domestic and international travel, extensive data analysis with Excel/SQL/Tableau/Python, and ERP tool

Qualifications

• 4+ years of strategic sourcing including vendor negotiations, global contract management, process improvement, operational and financial analysis experience

Responsibilities

• Prior experience in supply chain procuring specialty materials such as optical assemblies, precision components, or equivalent technical commodities

Skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Leadership

Negotiation

Financial analysis

Education

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

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

Tools

Advanced Excel

SQL

Tableau

Python

ERP systems

Job description

Amazon in Bellevue, WA is seeking a senior procurement professional to lead strategic sourcing of optics and technical components across the product life cycle, from requirements through on-dock delivery. You will develop sourcing strategies, negotiate agreements, monitor supplier performance, and drive cost reductions while collaborating with cross-functional teams and coaching junior staff.

Domestic and international travel, extensive data analysis with Excel/SQL/Tableau/Python, and ERP tool