Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Sr Hardware Commodity Manager, Data Center Sourcing and Procurement
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
Sr Hardware Commodity Manager, Data Center Sourcing and Procurement
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Sr Hardware Commodity Manager, Data Center Sourcing and Procurement
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Amazon Web Services (AWS) .
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a dynamic, growing business unit within Amazon.com that provides a broad set of infrastructure services including computing power, storage options, networking and databases available on demand. AWS leads the cloud computing industry with innovative products and a culture of continuous improvement. The Infrastructure team provides AWS and Amazon.com with the compute, network and data center capacity that are the foundations of the retail and cloud businesses.
Amazon is seeking a motivated and data‑driven category manager to support the Americas data center operations space. The candidate should have strong supply chain and procurement skills, analytical and financial acumen, communication capabilities and a hands‑on passion to dive deep into processes used in our data center operations network. Additionally, the candidate must have proven skills in managing large‑scale supply chain and procurement improvement projects.
As a Category Manager, you will scale off‑site Data Center Construction and build‑out scope, collaborate with internal business partners and suppliers, drive efficiencies, reduce risks and costs, and develop mechanisms and metrics to hold suppliers accountable for performance and delivery. You will drive results through competitive bidding, negotiation, and data‑driven market trend analysis for your category.
A Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate
Proven experience driving large‑scale process improvements resulting in measurable value; experience with construction procurement.
High attention to detail and proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously.
Ability to think strategically and execute methodically.
Demonstrated ability to influence teams to adopt change utilizing smart technologies.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment where ambiguity exists and continuous innovation is desired.
Committed to learning and expanding professional and technical knowledge.
Demonstrated analytical, financial and quantitative skills and ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions and develop business cases.
Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary; general manager/owner mentality.
Demonstrated ability to dive deep in understanding the product, our business, and the competitive landscape.
Ability to see ahead comprehensively, devise a strong plan of action, and ensure execution happens on time, every time.
Ability to get things done and produce conclusive, measurable results within time commitments.
Strong influencing skills.
Basic Qualifications
8+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience.
8+ years of data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent experience.
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
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).
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.
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 experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, prescription, basic life & AD&D insurance, and other options.
Job ID: A3155520
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Sr Hardware Commodity Manager, Data Center Sourcing and Procurement
role at
Amazon Web Services (AWS) .
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a dynamic, growing business unit within Amazon.com that provides a broad set of infrastructure services including computing power, storage options, networking and databases available on demand. AWS leads the cloud computing industry with innovative products and a culture of continuous improvement. The Infrastructure team provides AWS and Amazon.com with the compute, network and data center capacity that are the foundations of the retail and cloud businesses.
Amazon is seeking a motivated and data‑driven category manager to support the Americas data center operations space. The candidate should have strong supply chain and procurement skills, analytical and financial acumen, communication capabilities and a hands‑on passion to dive deep into processes used in our data center operations network. Additionally, the candidate must have proven skills in managing large‑scale supply chain and procurement improvement projects.
As a Category Manager, you will scale off‑site Data Center Construction and build‑out scope, collaborate with internal business partners and suppliers, drive efficiencies, reduce risks and costs, and develop mechanisms and metrics to hold suppliers accountable for performance and delivery. You will drive results through competitive bidding, negotiation, and data‑driven market trend analysis for your category.
A Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate
Proven experience driving large‑scale process improvements resulting in measurable value; experience with construction procurement.
High attention to detail and proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously.
Ability to think strategically and execute methodically.
Demonstrated ability to influence teams to adopt change utilizing smart technologies.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment where ambiguity exists and continuous innovation is desired.
Committed to learning and expanding professional and technical knowledge.
Demonstrated analytical, financial and quantitative skills and ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions and develop business cases.
Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary; general manager/owner mentality.
Demonstrated ability to dive deep in understanding the product, our business, and the competitive landscape.
Ability to see ahead comprehensively, devise a strong plan of action, and ensure execution happens on time, every time.
Ability to get things done and produce conclusive, measurable results within time commitments.
Strong influencing skills.
Basic Qualifications
8+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience.
8+ years of data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent experience.
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
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).
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.
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 experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, prescription, basic life & AD&D insurance, and other options.
Job ID: A3155520
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