Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a highly reliable scalable and lowcost cloud platform that powers thousands of businesses in over 190 countries.
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words were the people who keep the cloud running. 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. We work on the most challenging problems with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain and were looking for talented people who want to help.
Youll join a diverse team of software hardware and network engineers supply chain specialists security experts operations managers and other vital roles. Youll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And youll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
We are looking for a resultsoriented individual to support AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) sourcing requirements for mission critical equipment and manufacturing for AWS data centers.
Our AWS Procurement team is looking for a resultsoriented individual to assume responsibility in our Procurement Operations Center to drive standard process for RFQ (Request for Quote) for capital equipment Change order management budget approvals and supplier qualification related to our growing Infrastructure.
Key job responsibilities
As a Sourcing Operations Specialist you will:
Generate RFQ (Request for Quote) according to forecasted demand
Track and communicate quotes with internal partners
Continuously work with the team to improve current processes
Manage the EndtoEnd Purchase Order (PO) change management process
Manage the funding reallocation process to enable issuance of PO
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to drive change management
Proactively communicate risks and issues to key stakeholders and recommend mitigations
Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and track progress against goals
Develop new processes for supplier qualification and onboarding
Adapt to a fast paced constantly changing environment
A day in the life
Drive supply chain and procurement improvement initiatives to simplify automate and scale processes and reduce SLAs
Collect data and present metrics to influence functional improvement plans
Influence the change order management process supplier qualification and process automation in ways that are mutually beneficial and sustainable for all crossfunctional teams
About the team
*Why AWS*
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating thats why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
*Diverse Experiences*
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.
*Work/Life Balance*
We value worklife harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home theres nothing we cant achieve in the cloud.
*Inclusive Team Culture*
Here at AWS its in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employeeled affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
*Mentorship and Career Growth*
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledgesharing mentorship and other careeradvancing resources here to help you develop into a betterrounded professional.
Bachelors or advanced degree in Supply Chain Data Analytics Business or related technical or quantitative field or additional 4 years of related industry experience in lieu of a degree 4 year of experience with sourcing of hardware or 4 year of work experience and an advanced degree supply chain or procurement of hardware commodities
2 year of experience in program project or product management or leading an implementation of a product
Able to communicate to internal and external stakeholders
Experience with technical analysis of large quantities of data
1 year of experience with data analysis using tools such as advanced Excel SQL Tableau etc.
Ability to think big and drive innovation throughout the supply chain
Be Analytical and have a passion for diving deep
Effectively communicate relevant information at all levels of the organization
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $71500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $153000/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.