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Singapore - Singapore

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

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1 Vacancy

Job Description

Are you inspired by invention Is problem-solving through teamwork in your DNA We apply advances in robotics and software to solve real-world problems that enhance our customers experiences in ways we havent yet imagined.

The Robotics Supply Chain organization sources a portfolio of robotics technologies. We are responsible for delivering the right materials to the right place at the right time to support our network of global fulfillment and transportation solutions. Our operation works cross-functionally with teams across the globe and is driven by data and metrics.

The Robotics Supply Chain team is seeking a Principal Commodity Manager to expand the support required for our APAC supply chain strategy. This senior leadership position will drive measurable improvements in cost quality and delivery performance across our APAC supply chain ecosystem while supporting our robotics technologies portfolio.

As Principal Commodity Manager you will direct strategic initiatives across multiple commodity areas including cable assemblies sheet metal fabrication plastic injection molding and electromechanical assemblies. Your success will be measured through achieved cost savings lead time reduction quality metrics improvement and successful implementation of strategic programs.

The Principal APAC Commodities Manager role leads supplier sourcing and selection activities while managing supplier relationships to ensure a supply chain capable of delivering high-quality cost-effective materials.

In this role you will collaborate closely with Hardware Engineering Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and Supplier Quality teams to drive New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives and supplier qualification processes across the APAC region. Your expertise will be crucial in identifying evaluating and onboarding new suppliers while developing strategic multi-sourcing strategies to build a robust and resilient supply chain.


Key job responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Supply Chain Development:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive APAC supply chain strategy integrating supplier development cost optimization and technology advancement initiatives.
- Drive strategic supplier selection and development aligned with Amazon Robotics objectives for both current production and future growth.
- Establish technology roadmaps with key suppliers to support new product introduction and commodity development programs.
- Lead regional footprint optimization and capacity planning initiatives.

Supplier Relationship Management & Performance:
- Manage executive-level supplier relationships and strategic partnerships.
- Establish and govern a comprehensive supplier performance management framework.

Operational Excellence:
- Direct end-to-end supply chain operations for critical commodity categories while ensuring alignment with manufacturing and engineering requirements.
- Develop and execute dual-sourcing strategies to enhance supply chain resilience.
- Champion new product introductions and manufacturing process improvements through early supplier involvement.

- Bachelors degree in Business Operations Supply Chain Management Engineering or related field.
- 7 years in supply chain commodity and supplier management in a high volume global sourcing and operations manufacturing environment.
- Experience with contract negotiation and execution with high volume domestic and internationally based suppliers.
- Ability to review and understand engineering design documents for mechanical and electromechanical parts.
- Experience managing new product introduction with suppliers


- Masters degree in Business Administration Industrial Engineering Operations Engineering Supply Chain Management or related field
- Experience managing multiple stakeholders and programs with competing priorities and tight timelines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite Tableau analytics and ERP/PLM systems

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