Category Manager, Data Center Sourcing & Procurement

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a dynamic growing business unit within that provides a broad set of infrastructure services including computing power storage options networking and databases available on demand. We are the leader in cloud computing and our pioneers are embracing innovation building the future and making history! The Infrastructure team provides AWS and with the compute network and data center capacity that are the foundations of the retail and cloud business.

Amazon is seeking a motivated and data-driven category manager to support the Americas data center operations space. The candidate should have strong supply chain and procurement skills analytical and financial acumen communication capabilities and a hands-on passion to dive-deep into processes used in our data center operations network. Additionally candidate must have proven skills in managing large-scale supply chain and procurement improvement projects.

As a Category Manager for the New Product Introduction (NPI) procurement team you will create and implement sourcing strategies for the latest technologies product innovations and design developments in the data center space and collaborate with internal business partners and suppliers to drive efficiencies reduce production/ construction times reduce risks and costs for Amazon. You will develop mechanisms and metrics to hold suppliers accountable for performance and delivery. You will drive results through methods that include competitive bidding negotiating and analyzing data and market trends for your category.

Key job responsibilities
A successful candidate will demonstrate:
Proven experience driving large-scale process improvements resulting in measurable value
Experience with NPI processes and managing supply chain from concept development to mass production to launch is preferred. Ability to lead feasibility analysis conduct cost deep dives and technical acumen to understand and evaluate design specifications and functional parameters.
High attention to detail including proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously
Ability to think strategically and execute methodically
Demonstrated ability to influence teams to adopt change utilizing smart technologies
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where ambiguity exists and continuous innovation is desired
Committed to learning and expanding professional and technical knowledge
Demonstrated analytical financial and quantitative skills and ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions and develop business cases
Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary; general manager / owner mentality
Demonstrated ability to dive deep in understanding the product our business and the competitive landscape
Ability to see ahead comprehensively and devise a strong plan of action and ensure execution happens on time every time
Ability to get things done and produce conclusive measurable results within time commitments
Strong influencing skills

About the team
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global 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.

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- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Finance Engineering Operations or other field from an accredited university or 5 years relevant experience
- 5 years of relevant strategic sourcing experience including vendor negotiations global contract management process improvement operational and financial analysis
- 5 years of relevant experience in procurement supply chain inventory management and operations
- 5 years of relevant experience sourcing energy infrastructure design equipment and construction such as substations switchyards long-lead electrical equipment energy storage hardware power generation


- Masters degree in Supply Chain Management Finance Engineering or Operations.
- Experience in data centers engineering an infrastructure service provider or similar technology company.
- Experience interfacing directly with EPC contractors and utilities through various stages of development and construction direct coordination with internal and external teams responsible for transmission and distribution facilities at interface with substations/switchyards and field support during construction and commissioning/testing phases of project
- Familiarity with current engineering principles associated with analysis of power systems electrical interconnection battery energy storage systems microgrid controls data monitoring/reporting systems
- Familiarity with distributed energy generation energy management solar sales energy regulatory or similar industries. Understanding of distributed energy market dynamics including local utility tariff structures and ISO rules and procedures governing distributed energy resources
- Experience measuring key operational metrics (e.g. order cycle time ship estimate accuracy on time and complete shipment inventory record defect rate)
- Experience practicing best-in-class procurement processes (category management bench-marking should-cost models RFX reverse auction contracting etc.).





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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 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.