Sr Strategic Sourcing Manager, AWS HW Design and Manufacturing Partnerships

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

Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a highly reliable scalable and low-cost cloud platform that powers thousands of businesses in over 190 countries. AWSs Infrastructure Supply Chain (AIS-SC) organization works to deliver cutting-edge solutions to source build and maintain our socially responsible data center supply chains. We are a team of highly-motivated engaged and responsive professionals who enable the core sustainable infrastructure of AWS. Come join our team and be a part of history as we deliver results for the largest cloud services company on Earth!

AWS Supply Chain is seeking a highly effective candidate to design and implement innovative solutions that deliver the best operating and lowest cost infrastructure in the world. This individual will own the relationship with AWSs most strategic partners those designing and manufacturing cutting edge generative AI solutions compute storage and networking hardware. As the commercial head of this relationship you own cost performance contracting and strategy. You will influence and partner with cross functional teams including hardware engineering supply chain quality lifecycle management operations compliance and sustainability.

A successful candidate will have experience managing complex strategic large scale commercial relationships. They will combine a strong knowledge of supply chains with a proven ability to manage negotiations program manage cross-functional teams and effectively operate at all levels of the organization including to senior executives.

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.

Key job responsibilities
- Function as the single threaded relationship manager for a strategic supply partner that provides design development manufacturing and integration services for AWS servers and server rack integration.
- Matrix manage all aspects of supplier performance including cost quality capacity delivery compliance sustainability and overall supply strategy.
- Negotiate and execute complex supplier agreements statements of work and other contracts by working with cross-functional leads.
- Partner with cross functional teams to deliver RFPs evaluate vendor responses and align on business awards.
- Deliver AWSs cost objectives through detailed understanding of all cost drivers and bill of material reviews.
- Develop and successfully negotiate sourcing strategies that align with business objectives while maintaining a sustainable relationship with suppliers.
- Inform and influence senior leadership about business status risk and opportunities via written narratives.
- Manage vendor escalations and provide executive level updates as required.
- Prepare and present detailed data-driven business reviews with senior management focused on procurement/sourcing execution and continuity of supply.
- Identify key technology trends in the industry and drive supplier product roadmaps that align with AWSs technical development and manufacturing initiatives.

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.
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Diverse Experiences
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About the team



- Bachelors or an advanced degree in supply chain business engineering finance or related technical or quantitative field.
- 6 years of strategic sourcing or procurement of hardware or 4 with advanced degree.
- 3 years of experience with data analysis tools such as Excel Pivot Tables SQL Tableau etc.
- Minimum of 5 years of related supply chain experience in cloud computing high technology or consumer electronics.

- Knowledge of global supply chain processes and practices. Demonstrated ability to negotiate and execute complex global sourcing contracts.
- Experience creating iterating and improving end-to-end global sourcing procurement and supply chain strategies utilizing third party Manufacturing.
- Experience with international procurement trade and incoterms.
- Excellent creative thinking skills with emphasis on developing innovative solutions to solve complex problems that may not have one clear answer.
- MBA or advanced degree in engineering operations research logistics mathematics or other quantitative disciplines.




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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 job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on 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.