Technical Business Developer

Socket.dev; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Technical Business Developer to own the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for high-value capital equipment, automation systems, tooling, and infrastructure. You will negotiate with OEMs, manage supplier performance, and mentor procurement teams while aligning with site milestones.

The role emphasizes using data to drive improvements, managing CAPEX programs, and shaping sourcing strategies across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Requires 1+ years in business development, partnerships, or sourcing
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Experience using data to drive improvements
• Experience managing CAPEX procurement programs and vendor portfolios
• Experience leading contract negotiations with OEMs or construction contractors
• Experience developing sourcing strategies or procurement frameworks

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end capital equipment sourcing across portfolios, including supplier identification, RFQ execution, and award decisions
• Negotiate complex agreements covering pricing, terms, warranties, SLAs, and long-lead-time components
• Develop sourcing frameworks and standard operating procedures
• Establish supplier scorecards, SLAs, and review processes; mitigate supply risks
• Manage budgets, cost controls, and change management governance
• Align procurement timelines with site milestones and cross-functional planning

Skills

1+ years of business development

Bachelor's degree

Data-driven improvements

CAPEX procurement

Contract negotiations

Sourcing strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

As a Technical Business Developer, you will serve as a key individual contributor and subject matter expert for capital equipment sourcing, contract negotiations, and supplier management. You will own the end-to-end procurement lifecycle - from supplier identification and RFQ execution through contract award and delivery - for high-value equipment, automation systems, tooling, and more. You will partner closely with partner teams across the organization to ensure material readiness and targets are met. You will help establish standards for how procurement operates and contribute to the development of sourcing managers and buyers through thought leadership and process design.

Key job responsibilities

• Own end-to-end capital equipment sourcing across multiple advanced product portfolios, including supplier identification, market analysis, RFQ/RFP execution, total cost of ownership modeling, and award decisions across equipment, automation systems, tooling, and infrastructure. Develop and implement sourcing approaches that optimize cost efficiency while advancing technical capabilities.
• Work complex negotiations with OEMs, equipment manufacturers, and service providers - structuring commercial agreements covering pricing, payment terms, warranties, SLAs, and long-lead-time components, and managing the full contract lifecycle including amendments, renewals, and dispute resolution.
• Develop sourcing frameworks, standard operating procedures, and operating mechanisms that scale with the organization - supporting and mentoring sourcing managers and buyers through technical guidance.
• Establish and manage supplier performance programs, including scorecards, SLAs, and regular business reviews. Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through dual-sourcing strategies, should-cost models, and contingency planning.
• Budgets with cost controls, variance tracking, and change management governance. Support material planning, inventory strategy, and spare parts availability. Drive cost optimization initiatives with demonstrated results.
• Align equipment procurement timelines with site milestones and schedules in close partnership with cross-functional teams across the organization. Serve as a procurement subject matter expert in cross-functional planning forums. Influence leadership on strategic direction and investment decisions related to the supply chain.

Basic Qualifications

• 1+ years of business development, partnership management, or sourcing new business experience
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
• Experience managing CAPEX procurement programs and vendor portfolios for complex environments, including equipment, automation, and tooling
• Experience leading contract negotiations with OEMs, equipment manufacturers, or construction contractors for agreements of significant value
• Experience developing sourcing strategies, procurement frameworks, or standard operating procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in online advertising or high-tech products/services

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

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. 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 and option for 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.

USA, MA, N.Reading - 70,300.00 - 123,100.00 USD annually