Amazon Data Services, Inc.
Project/Program/Product Management--Non-Tech, Business/Merchant Development, Cloud Computing
AWSStrategicSoftwareSourcingManager
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“AWS Strategic Software Sourcing Manager at Amazon Data Services, Inc.. Skills: Software sourcing, Negotiations, Vendor management, Program management. Develop software sourcing strategies. Execute software sourcing strategies”
Industry & Context.
Cost optimization
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business Administration, Minimum 5 years’ experience in software licensing and strategic sourcing, Minimum 3 years’ experience working directly with engineering teams, Proven track record of successful contract negotiations, Proven track record of program management, Experience explaining complex technical concepts
Nice to Have
Master's degree in business, data science, public administration, finance, engineering, human resources, or related field, PMP certificate, Experience interpreting data and making business recommendations, Experience identifying, negotiating, and executing complex legal agreements, Experience designing, implementing, and scaling workforce development programs, Experience forecasting workforce needs, Experience leveraging analytics to drive program decisions, Experience interpreting data and making business recommendations across leadership and cross-functional teams, Experience using analytical tools for workforce metrics and reporting, Master's degree in a related technical field
What You'll Do.
Develop software sourcing strategies
Execute software sourcing strategies
Lead negotiations for software agreements
Lead negotiations for software licenses
Build strategic relationships with software partners
Maintain strategic relationships with software partners
Build strategic relationships with internal stakeholders
Maintain strategic relationships with internal stakeholders
Collaborate with engineering teams
Understand technical requirements
Analyze market trends
Identify cost optimization opportunities
Drive process improvements in software acquisition
Drive process improvements in software lifecycle management
Ensure compliance with legal requirements
Ensure compliance with internal policies
Manage cross-functional programs
Manage Semiconductor business
Devise sourcing plans
Devise technology development plans
Launch custom hardware
Build supplier relationships
Make responsible sourcing decisions
Consider customer security
Consider time to market
Consider technology benefit
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Engineering teams; Legal teams; Hardware engineering team; Hardware server development teams; Network design teams; Deployment engineering teams; Rack integration; Finance; Legal
Communication Scope
Explain complex technical concepts
Process & Methodology
Program management
Full Job Description
AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. AWS Infrastructure Supply Chain & Procurement within the larger AIS organization works to deliver solutions to source, build and maintain our socially responsible data center supply chains. We are a team of highly-motivated, engaged, and responsive professionals who enable the core sustainable infrastructure of AWS. The Strategic Sourcing Software Manager at AWS leads the development and execution of software acquisition strategies for our Hardware and Networking divisions. This role combines strategic sourcing expertise with deep understanding of software ecosystems and CPU/GPU technologies to secure critical software solutions that power AWS's infrastructure. You'll work across engineering teams, legal, and vendors to optimize our software portfolio while ensuring competitive advantage in the rapidly evolving cloud computing landscape. Key job responsibilities • Develop and execute comprehensive software sourcing strategies aligned with AWS's technical roadmap • Lead complex negotiations for software agreements and licenses across multiple vendors • Build and maintain strategic relationships with key software partners and internal stakeholders • Collaborate with engineering teams to understand technical requirements and evaluate solutions • Analyze spend data and market trends to identify cost optimization opportunities • Drive process improvements in software acquisition and lifecycle management • Ensure compliance with legal requirements and internal policies • Manage cross-functional programs with significant business impact • Analyze spend data and market trends to identify cost optimization opportunities • Drive process improvements in software acquisition and
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