Prinicpal Sourcing Manager, AWS HW Design and Manufacturing Partnerships
Prinicpal Sourcing Manager, AWS HW Design and Manufacturing Partnerships
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22-08-2025
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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
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 industry leading 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 end-to-end supply chain strategy supporting the lowest cost highest performance storage archive in the cloud. As the commercial head of this supply chain you own cost performance contracting and strategy. You will influence the hardware roadmap and deliver solutions by owning the entire supply ecosystem and deeply partnering with AWS teams that include hardware engineering supply chain quality lifecycle management operations compliance and sustainability.
A successful candidate will have in-depth knowledge of Archive Storage hardware architectures and the supply chains that are capable of delivering hyper-scale archive solutions. They will have experience managing large scale complex and strategic commercial relationships. They will have demonstrated their ability to manage negotiations program manage cross-functional teams and effectively operate at all levels of the organization including to senior executives.
Key job responsibilities
Function as the single threaded relationship manager for the strategic supply partner that provide design development manufacturing and integration services for AWS archive storage platforms.
Function as a technology leader that influences inside AWS and across the supply ecosystem hardware roadmaps needed to meet AWS customer requirements.
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.
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
Amazon 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.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life 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.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS its in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led 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 and Career Growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
- 7 years of developing negotiating and executing business agreements experience
- 7 years of professional or military experience
- Bachelors degree
- 7 years of experience working with engineering teams to develop technology roadmaps and supporting sourcing strategies
- 5 years experience developing strategies that influence leadership decisions at the organizational level
- Experience as a founder or executive focused on related segments or as a practice leader or business unit owner
- MBA
- Experience in the hyperscale storage architecture and related sourcing strategies.
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 $158400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $262000/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.
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 industry leading 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 end-to-end supply chain strategy supporting the lowest cost highest performance storage archive in the cloud. As the commercial head of this supply chain you own cost performance contracting and strategy. You will influence the hardware roadmap and deliver solutions by owning the entire supply ecosystem and deeply partnering with AWS teams that include hardware engineering supply chain quality lifecycle management operations compliance and sustainability.
A successful candidate will have in-depth knowledge of Archive Storage hardware architectures and the supply chains that are capable of delivering hyper-scale archive solutions. They will have experience managing large scale complex and strategic commercial relationships. They will have demonstrated their ability to manage negotiations program manage cross-functional teams and effectively operate at all levels of the organization including to senior executives.
Key job responsibilities
Function as the single threaded relationship manager for the strategic supply partner that provide design development manufacturing and integration services for AWS archive storage platforms.
Function as a technology leader that influences inside AWS and across the supply ecosystem hardware roadmaps needed to meet AWS customer requirements.
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.
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
Amazon 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.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life 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.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS its in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led 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 and Career Growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
- 7 years of developing negotiating and executing business agreements experience
- 7 years of professional or military experience
- Bachelors degree
- 7 years of experience working with engineering teams to develop technology roadmaps and supporting sourcing strategies
- 5 years experience developing strategies that influence leadership decisions at the organizational level
- Experience as a founder or executive focused on related segments or as a practice leader or business unit owner
- MBA
- Experience in the hyperscale storage architecture and related sourcing strategies.
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 $158400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $262000/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.
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