Global Supply Manager, AWS Power and Cooling Procurement and Supply Chain

This position is located in Seattle WA Arlington VA or Austin TX.

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.

The Infrastructure Supply Chain & Procurement (ISCaP) Power & Cooling team is looking for a resultsoriented individual to own supply management for Data Center Power & Cooling Equipment. Our Supply Managers are experts in their industries who deliver the supply that helps drive the explosive growth of AWS.

As a member of the Power and Cooling Supply Chain Operations Team you will manage the global supply chain for one or more of the categories that reside within the Power and Cooling Equipment space supporting AWS Data Center build projects. This roles primary responsibility is to maintain unconstrained supply on a global scale for the responsible categories and work with our internal customers and business partners to understand demand signals and drive the appropriate supply strategies to deliver continuity of supply.

Here at AWS we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have ten employeeled affinity groups reaching 40000 employees in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings and we host annual and ongoing learning experiences including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences. Amazons culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 14 Leadership Principles which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives learn and be curious and earn trust.



Key job responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
Develop implement and manage supply chain strategies on a global scale
Drive the strategic aspects of large complex crossfunctional projects
Develop and maintain supplier capacity modeling
Understand demand inputs and position supply to support unconstrained growth at AWS scale in both the shortterm and longterm horizons
Engage with global supply chain counterparts to drive leading supply chain practices and initiatives
Drive innovation through the supply chain and influence industry practices
Develop analytical reports to deliver information to business partners and stakeholders that support improved decision making
Manage supplier lead times and drive them to meet AWS business requirements
Manage supplier performance and allocation of material to demands based on priority
Be a subject matter expert for the customers technologies and markets in which you engage
Manage crossfunctional projects against plans and objectives to meet commitments and goals
Identify and drive realization of opportunities for sustainable scalable relative advantage in your category
Requires travel up to 10% of the year


Function Specific Work Activities:
Analyze industry trends and evolving technology to proactively identify supply base opportunities to minimize risk protect continuity of supply and utilize industry developments that benefit Amazon
Identify and pursue opportunities to leverage and consolidate the supply base using system level tools and techniques
Understand forecasting demand planning material planning and manufacturing processes to verify supply commitments
Manage supply buffers and allocation to shorten lead times and build resiliency into the supply chain without driving excess
Drive supplier improvement initiatives to continually lower risk and reduce lead times
Influence suppliers manufacturing processes technology decisions and policies in ways that are mutually beneficial and sustainable for both organizations

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
AWS 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.

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 & 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.

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.

Bachelors or advanced degree in supply chain business engineering or related field or additional 4 years of related industry experience in lieu of a degree
4 years of related supply chain management and/or supply planning experience or 2 years with advanced related degree
2 years of experience with data analysis using tools such as advanced Excel SQL Tableau etc.
2 years of experience in program project or product management or leading an implementation of a product




Endtoend knowledge of supply chain operations and systems
Experience in data centers an infrastructure service provider or similar technology company
MBA or advanced degree in engineering supply chain or other quantitative disciplines
Global Supply Chain experience
Effectively communicate relevant information at all levels of the organization
Experience with freight management import/export requirements definition and contract logistics


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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.