Sr Global Commodity Manager - Sensors and Lighting Robotics Electromechanical Commodity Team

Are you inspired by invention Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA We apply advances in robotics and software to solve realworld problems that delight our customers experiences in ways we cant even imagine yet.

Amazon Robotics is located in the greater Boston area the epicenter of robotics innovation with development rubs also in Seattle and Europe. Our diverse teams come from all over the world to design test and build our dynamic fleet of robots mechatronic systems and pack automation solutions. We design autonomous movement and mobility artificial intelligence and machine learning manipulation simulation robotic management software predictive analytics and much more.

The Amazon Robotics Supply Chain and Operations organization sources and manufactures a portfolio of robotics technology and is responsible for getting the right materials to the right place at the right time to support our network of global fulfillment and transportation solutions.

The Supply Chain team is seeking an experienced Sr. Global Commodity Manager for Sensors and Lighting Solutions (Induction Capacitive and Image Sensors Light Curtains Bar Code Scanners LiDARs Vision Lighting solutions and panels) with background in global supplier management new supplier introduction supplier development and executing sourcing decisions to support new product introduction and longterm commodity strategy.

The ideal candidate for this position will be selfmanaged and driven sourcing strategist with experience in managing complex solutions mapping and aligning design and technology roadmaps experience in creating sourcing strategies and business acumen to support engineering teams to develop latest technologies through strong vendor base without capacity constrain while achieving cost reduction goals.

The Sr. Global Commodity Manager has an important role in ensuring their respective commodity and suppliers meet the technical and commercial specifications necessary for Robotics to satisfy its internal Manufacturing Operations Supplier Quality Supply Chain and Hardware Engineering customers.

Key job responsibilities
This candidate will work collaboratively with multiple business functions in a team environment and will be responsible for the following:
Managing overall supplier relationships including supplier performance capability capacity planning contracting risk mitigation and cost and quality improvements.
Collaborating with technical operations engineering and program teams on new product introduction programs to define standard and custom product requirements to ensure that sourcing strategies meet the technical capabilities cost and business objectives.
Developing efficient and accurate mechanisms for communicating forecast and capacity requirements for sustaining and new products.
Supporting the purchasing and planning teams by monitoring supplier performance and addressing supply and/or quality issues.
Aligning supplier strategies to Robotics objectives for sustaining production and new product release.
Developing a commodity and supplier technology roadmap aligning business requirements with supplier capabilities.
Responsible for maintaining monthly supplier scorecards and conducting quarterly executive business reviews.
Periodic travel to suppliers domestic and international manufacturing sites approximately 25.

A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location the number of regularly scheduled hours you work length of employment and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular fulltime employees include:

1. Medical Dental and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly wed still love to hear from you! At Amazon we value people with unique backgrounds experiences and skillsets. If youre passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale please apply!

Bachelors degree in Business Operations Supply Chain Management Engineering or related field.
5 years of experience in supply chain commodity management and supplier management in a high volume global sourcing and operations manufacturing environment.
3 years of direct experience working with a global supply base of technologies for sensors light curtains and imaging perception.
Ability to review and understand engineering requirements for sensing elements for barcode reading presence safety LiDAR and overall electromechanical components and parts.
Experience working closely with engineering to anticipate needs map technology roadmaps and align with development road maps.
Experience developing leading and executing global supplier cost risk and lead time reduction strategies.
Experience with price and contract negotiation and with top tier semiconductor manufacturers.
Demonstrated use of technical analytical and management skills to lead RFQs supplier selection supplier capacity planning and supplier risk identification/mitigation in NPI programs.

Masters degree in Business Administration Industrial or Operations Engineering Supply Chain Management or a related field.
Demonstrated ability to work in an ambiguous environment while prioritizing and managing multiple stakeholders responsibilities and delivering multiple firstoftheirkind programs under constrained schedules.
Highly effective oral and written communication skills.
Highly proficient in using Microsoft Office tools Tableau analytics and ERP/PLM Systems.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $133200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $220200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.