Strategic Global Construction Category Manager

Amazon Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 86,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

RSUs

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Category Manager to lead multi-disciplinary construction projects, partnering with Design & Construction, Real Estate, Legal and Finance. You will drive sourcing strategies, deliver savings, and standardize processes while engaging senior leadership and external suppliers.

The role emphasizes deep construction know-how (civil, architectural, MEP, fit-out), travel up to 10%, and a fast-paced, collaborative environment across multiple teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., supply chain, operations, engineering, analytics).
• Experience in supply chain and large, complex negotiations.
• Experience in program or project management and process improvement initiatives using data.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction category sourcing strategies across multiple trades.
• Drive supplier sourcing, contracting and project delivery to meet cost and performance goals.
• Develop and manage frameworks, supplier relationships and performance.
• Provide market intelligence to stakeholders and senior procurement leadership.

Skills

Negotiation

Project management

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field

Job description

Amazon is seeking a Category Manager to lead multi-disciplinary construction projects, partnering with Design & Construction, Real Estate, Legal and Finance. You will drive sourcing strategies, deliver savings, and standardize processes while engaging senior leadership and external suppliers.

The role emphasizes deep construction know-how (civil, architectural, MEP, fit-out), travel up to 10%, and a fast-paced, collaborative environment across multiple teams.