Procurement Category Manager, Corporate Procurement APAC
Procurement Category Manager, Corporate Procurement APAC
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16-06-2025
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At Amazon were working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there we need exceptionally talented bright and driven people. If youd like to help us build the place to find and buy anything online this is your chance to make history. Our Global Corporate Procurement team is seeking a Category Manager to join the APAC team based in Sydney AU.
Key job responsibilities
You will create and implement sourcing strategies for multiple categories collaborate with internal business partners and suppliers to drive efficiencies that reduce risks and costs for Amazon. You will develop mechanisms and metrics to hold suppliers accountable for performance and delivery and you will drive results through methods that include competitive bidding negotiating and analyzing data to identify market trends for your categories.
More specifically you will:
Understand customer requirements and analyze category data to establish and implement robust regional procurement category strategies that deliver value to the business
Manage multiple indirect categories for our APAC region that could include Marketing Professional Services HR Security FM (prior experience in managing marketing spend will be held in high regard)
Ensure speedy execution of RFPs/tenders across multiple countries from supplier on-boarding RFx initiation pre-tender briefings post-tender interviews and clarifications proposal evaluations negotiations and supplier selection
Provide in-depth knowledge about the supply market and supplier capabilities technically and geographically to the business.
Develop mechanisms and metrics to track supplier performance related to delivery quality and cost
Lead business reviews to discuss best practices to ultimately improve supplier performance and strengthen business partnerships
Innovate within the procurement space automating and/or improving tools or processes to better support the Procurement Lifecycle
Provide commercial and procurement advice to internal stakeholders and manage supplier relationships including the resolution of issues and disputes.
This role will require strong leadership skills and interaction/influence with teams across Amazon to drive the improvement of procurement function. The ideal candidate will be curious have strong attention to detail be energized by a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment be comfortable thinking big while also diving deep will have high level EQ and comfort managing senior stakeholders. Your goal is to develop and deliver innovative processes to create financial benefits through procurement. You will be a thought leader on procurement management possess superior communication skills and thrive when building relationships with customers and suppliers.
About the team
Key coverage areas: Marketing Professional Services HR and Employee Services Technology Logistics Real Estate and Facilities services.
Basic Qualifications
1) 3 years of relevant strategic sourcing experience.
2) BS/BA Degree.
Preferred Qualifications
A) 3 years of in-depth experience in best-in-class procurement practices (category management benchmarking should-cost models RFX reverse auction contracting etc.).
B) MBA/MS degree.
C) Extremely customer-focused and takes the time to understand the needs of the business.
D) Passionate self-starter with the highest integrity and ethics.
E) Strong negotiator with proven experience in setting negotiation strategies and conducting negotiations.
F) Working knowledge of the basic types of commercial agreement structures and the function and purpose of key legal terms.
G) Ability to assess risk and concisely explain complex issues to principal business owners.
H) Experience working in a large global highly matrixed organization.
I) Strong analytical skills including the ability to quickly synthesize distill and draw conclusions on large amounts of disparate data.
J) Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication organization time management and problem-solving skills.
K) Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Acknowledgement of country:
In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
IDE statement:
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.
Key job responsibilities
You will create and implement sourcing strategies for multiple categories collaborate with internal business partners and suppliers to drive efficiencies that reduce risks and costs for Amazon. You will develop mechanisms and metrics to hold suppliers accountable for performance and delivery and you will drive results through methods that include competitive bidding negotiating and analyzing data to identify market trends for your categories.
More specifically you will:
Understand customer requirements and analyze category data to establish and implement robust regional procurement category strategies that deliver value to the business
Manage multiple indirect categories for our APAC region that could include Marketing Professional Services HR Security FM (prior experience in managing marketing spend will be held in high regard)
Ensure speedy execution of RFPs/tenders across multiple countries from supplier on-boarding RFx initiation pre-tender briefings post-tender interviews and clarifications proposal evaluations negotiations and supplier selection
Provide in-depth knowledge about the supply market and supplier capabilities technically and geographically to the business.
Develop mechanisms and metrics to track supplier performance related to delivery quality and cost
Lead business reviews to discuss best practices to ultimately improve supplier performance and strengthen business partnerships
Innovate within the procurement space automating and/or improving tools or processes to better support the Procurement Lifecycle
Provide commercial and procurement advice to internal stakeholders and manage supplier relationships including the resolution of issues and disputes.
This role will require strong leadership skills and interaction/influence with teams across Amazon to drive the improvement of procurement function. The ideal candidate will be curious have strong attention to detail be energized by a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment be comfortable thinking big while also diving deep will have high level EQ and comfort managing senior stakeholders. Your goal is to develop and deliver innovative processes to create financial benefits through procurement. You will be a thought leader on procurement management possess superior communication skills and thrive when building relationships with customers and suppliers.
About the team
Key coverage areas: Marketing Professional Services HR and Employee Services Technology Logistics Real Estate and Facilities services.
Basic Qualifications
1) 3 years of relevant strategic sourcing experience.
2) BS/BA Degree.
Preferred Qualifications
A) 3 years of in-depth experience in best-in-class procurement practices (category management benchmarking should-cost models RFX reverse auction contracting etc.).
B) MBA/MS degree.
C) Extremely customer-focused and takes the time to understand the needs of the business.
D) Passionate self-starter with the highest integrity and ethics.
E) Strong negotiator with proven experience in setting negotiation strategies and conducting negotiations.
F) Working knowledge of the basic types of commercial agreement structures and the function and purpose of key legal terms.
G) Ability to assess risk and concisely explain complex issues to principal business owners.
H) Experience working in a large global highly matrixed organization.
I) Strong analytical skills including the ability to quickly synthesize distill and draw conclusions on large amounts of disparate data.
J) Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication organization time management and problem-solving skills.
K) Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Acknowledgement of country:
In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
IDE statement:
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.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
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