Strategic Data Center Sourcing & Modularity Lead

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

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. seeks a motivated Category Manager to lead sourcing strategies for Data Center Modularization and collaborate with internal partners and suppliers across the Americas to drive cost reductions and delivery performance.

The role requires strong procurement and supply chain experience, hands-on analytical skills, and the ability to influence at all levels. You will manage large-scale projects with a hands-on, entrepreneurial approach while upholding Amazon's leadership

Qualifications

• 2+ years of program, project or product management experience.
• 6+ years of related industry experience.
• 8+ years of data analysis using Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of high-volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in global supply chain management, managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced consumer electronics product company.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience in negotiations with global suppliers with a proven track record in cost reduction.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement sourcing strategies for Data Center Modularization and collaborate with internal business partners and suppliers to drive efficiencies, reduce risks, and costs for Amazon.
• Develop mechanisms and metrics to hold suppliers accountable for performance and delivery.
• Drive results through competitive bidding, negotiating, and analyzing data and market trends for your category.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and finance teams to align procurement with business goals.

Skills

Program/Project management

Data analysis

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

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

Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Excel

Pivot Tables

SQL

Tableau

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. seeks a motivated Category Manager to lead sourcing strategies for Data Center Modularization and collaborate with internal partners and suppliers across the Americas to drive cost reductions and delivery performance.

The role requires strong procurement and supply chain experience, hands-on analytical skills, and the ability to influence at all levels. You will manage large-scale projects with a hands-on, entrepreneurial approach while upholding Amazon's leadership