Amazon Data Services, Inc.

Technology

DataCenterProcurementManager

$80–139k Arlington, Virginia, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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optimal for Manager candidates.

The Brief

“Data Center Procurement Manager at Amazon Data Services, Inc.. Skills: Data center procurement, Supply chain management, Contract negotiation. Develop and execute data center procurement strategies. Manage supplier relationships and performance”

What You'll Achieve.

Achieve cost savings targets; Improve supplier performance; Ensure timely delivery of goods and services

Industry & Context.

Technology
Problems you'll solve

Supply chain challenges; Cost reduction initiatives

Eligibility Requirements

Occasional travel

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years of experience in data center procurement, Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, Experience managing complex supply chains, Experience with contract negotiation and management, Experience with sourcing and procurement strategies

Nice to Have

Master's degree in a related field, Experience with cloud infrastructure procurement, Experience with renewable energy procurement, Experience with global sourcing

What You'll Do.

Develop and execute data center procurement strategies

Manage supplier relationships and performance

Negotiate contracts and pricing with vendors

Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities

Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements

Manage procurement operations and processes

Analyze market trends and supplier capabilities

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Internal stakeholders; Supplier relationships

Communication Scope

Vendor presentations; Stakeholder updates

Process & Methodology

Procurement projects, Sourcing initiatives

Full Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and data-driven procurement category manager to support the Americas data center construction 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, candidate must have proven skills in managing large-scale supply chain and procurement improvement projects. As a Procurement Category Manager, you will create and implement sourcing strategies within construction services space and collaborate with internal business partners and suppliers to drive efficiencies, reduce risks, and costs for Amazon. You will develop mechanisms and metrics to hold suppliers accountable for performance and delivery. You will drive results through methods that include competitive bidding, negotiating, and analyzing data and market trends for your category. The ideal candidate thinks long term, drives multiple initiatives, communicates appropriately and influences customers and suppliers at all levels. You will be collaborative, but also work with significant autonomy. To be successful in this role you will be highly analytical; think strategically and globally; exhibit curiosity and learning drive; have a sense of urgency to meet customer timelines, succeed in a fast-paced environment; and have a high level of customer focus and business judgement. It will be critical to embrace and model Amazon’s Leadership Principles and have an entrepreneurial spirit. A successful candidate will demonstrate: - Proven experience driving large-scale process improvements resulting in measurable value - High attention to detail including 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

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