Sr Continuous Improvement Mgr, GPO Global Supplier Management
Sr Continuous Improvement Mgr, GPO Global Supplier Management
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The Amazon Continuous Improvement Leader will lead continuous improvement activities across the Global Procurement Organization (GPO) while reporting to the Global Supplier Management team. To align with the goal of making Amazon a worldclass leader in Supplier Quality Management this role will assist with developing continuous improvement programs including Lean Six Sigma methodologies defect capture systems supplier feedback tools and root cause analysis techniques and take a leadership role in the rollout of programs and new processes.
This role partners with both internal and external program management and technical teams and builds relationships with colleagues across multiple GPO pillars tech and support teams. The position is both collaborative and focused on implementing GPO and Worldwide Operations initiatives. To be successful in this role you need to combine strong analytical skills and a datadriven outlook with exceptional communication abilities. The ideal candidate will be a proven leader of leaders with the ability to thrive in ambiguity within a constantly changing fastpaced environment. You should be able to prepare and deliver detailed datadriven business reviews to senior management develop clear and effective narratives and present them compellingly to Directors and VPs.
Key job responsibilities
Works across GPO team(s) and Ops organization at country regional and/or cross regional level to drive improvements and enablers to implement solutions for customer cost savings in process workflow systems configuration and performance metrics.
Leads from medium to large complex crossfunctional strategic projects and opportunities.
Prioritizes projects and feature sets evaluate and set stakeholders expectations.
Writes clear and detailed functional specifications based on business requirements as well as writes and reviews business cases.
Applies rigorous approach to problem solving.
Highly analytical skills needed to interpret large data sets.
Performs supporting research and analysis and drive the product (project processes/ deliverables) development schedule from design to release.
Structures and develops implementation plans and works with GPO and Ops leaders to pilot and test new solutions and then rollout across the broader organization.
Credible business partner to Amazons GPO and Operations network.
Manages critical relations with external partners (e.g. vendors) and contractors from the initial phase of the project to its execution.
Demonstrates strong handson project and operations management.
Demonstrates strong ownership of any part of their project. Possesses combination of practical and intellectual skills and an ability to shift and adapt to different tasks that vary between complex analyses and handson project and operations management.
Provides technical/operational guidance to the teams managers and field personnel on their projects or part of the medium to large project and processes.
**Travel expectations will be up to 25%
A day in the life
Global Supplier Managements mission is to optimize Amazons supply chains by fostering trust and collaboration with stakeholders and suppliers. We drive mutually beneficial scalable and sustainable process improvements resulting in positive outcomes across Global Procurement Organizations (GPO) priorities. Our methods enhance efficiency reduce costs and ensure longterm value creation throughout our supply chain ecosystem.
About the team
The Global Supplier Management team comprises multidisciplinary experts specializing in quality assurance supplier qualifications operational excellence and new product qualifications. We prioritize and execute supplier transitions identified by our stakeholders focusing on supply continuity sustainability and supplier relationships.
Completed bachelors degree or 2 Amazon experience
7 years Management experience in a manufacturing production or distribution environment
Crossfunctional project management experience
Process improvement experience via Kaizens and use of LEAN tools
Fluent English
Certifications in Six Sigma and Lean are a plus
Prior experience as a Lean or Six Sigma mentor
Proven ability to influence others without having positional authority
Project management and organizational skills experience working on complex initiatives with crossfunctional teams in a dynamic environment
Communication skills ability to simplify complex topics for broad audiences
Ability to handle changing priorities and use good judgment in stressful situations
Ability to Deep Dive and develop innovative ideas for process challenges
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $103900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $181400/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.
This role partners with both internal and external program management and technical teams and builds relationships with colleagues across multiple GPO pillars tech and support teams. The position is both collaborative and focused on implementing GPO and Worldwide Operations initiatives. To be successful in this role you need to combine strong analytical skills and a datadriven outlook with exceptional communication abilities. The ideal candidate will be a proven leader of leaders with the ability to thrive in ambiguity within a constantly changing fastpaced environment. You should be able to prepare and deliver detailed datadriven business reviews to senior management develop clear and effective narratives and present them compellingly to Directors and VPs.
Key job responsibilities
Works across GPO team(s) and Ops organization at country regional and/or cross regional level to drive improvements and enablers to implement solutions for customer cost savings in process workflow systems configuration and performance metrics.
Leads from medium to large complex crossfunctional strategic projects and opportunities.
Prioritizes projects and feature sets evaluate and set stakeholders expectations.
Writes clear and detailed functional specifications based on business requirements as well as writes and reviews business cases.
Applies rigorous approach to problem solving.
Highly analytical skills needed to interpret large data sets.
Performs supporting research and analysis and drive the product (project processes/ deliverables) development schedule from design to release.
Structures and develops implementation plans and works with GPO and Ops leaders to pilot and test new solutions and then rollout across the broader organization.
Credible business partner to Amazons GPO and Operations network.
Manages critical relations with external partners (e.g. vendors) and contractors from the initial phase of the project to its execution.
Demonstrates strong handson project and operations management.
Demonstrates strong ownership of any part of their project. Possesses combination of practical and intellectual skills and an ability to shift and adapt to different tasks that vary between complex analyses and handson project and operations management.
Provides technical/operational guidance to the teams managers and field personnel on their projects or part of the medium to large project and processes.
**Travel expectations will be up to 25%
A day in the life
Global Supplier Managements mission is to optimize Amazons supply chains by fostering trust and collaboration with stakeholders and suppliers. We drive mutually beneficial scalable and sustainable process improvements resulting in positive outcomes across Global Procurement Organizations (GPO) priorities. Our methods enhance efficiency reduce costs and ensure longterm value creation throughout our supply chain ecosystem.
About the team
The Global Supplier Management team comprises multidisciplinary experts specializing in quality assurance supplier qualifications operational excellence and new product qualifications. We prioritize and execute supplier transitions identified by our stakeholders focusing on supply continuity sustainability and supplier relationships.
Completed bachelors degree or 2 Amazon experience
7 years Management experience in a manufacturing production or distribution environment
Crossfunctional project management experience
Process improvement experience via Kaizens and use of LEAN tools
Fluent English
Certifications in Six Sigma and Lean are a plus
Prior experience as a Lean or Six Sigma mentor
Proven ability to influence others without having positional authority
Project management and organizational skills experience working on complex initiatives with crossfunctional teams in a dynamic environment
Communication skills ability to simplify complex topics for broad audiences
Ability to handle changing priorities and use good judgment in stressful situations
Ability to Deep Dive and develop innovative ideas for process challenges
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $103900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $181400/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.
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