Procurement Manager, Operations, Global Procurement Central Services
Procurement Manager, Operations, Global Procurement Central Services
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Amazon is hiring a Procurement Manager Operations to be based in Barcelona or London.
Operations is at the heart of Amazon business. We are known for our speed accuracy and exceptional service. Our buildings deliver tens of thousands of products to hundreds of countries worldwide every this key role youll come help us exceed productivity goals and deliver against our customer promises. Our scale is expansive and our presence is growing. Our goal is simple: to offer the worlds greatest selection of products and services with the worlds best customer experience.
The role
At Amazon were working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there we need exceptionally talented bright and driven people. As a member of the EMEA Global Procurement Central Services (GPCS) you will be leading a regional team of procurement professionals supporting business teams across EU & UK in operations procurement related activities. This includes forecasting purchasing operations inventory management among others while ensuring adherence to Amazons global spend policy and compliance.
The role will be based in Barcelona or London with up to 15% traveling to other countries in EU NA and potentially LATAM.
Key job responsibilities
Lead and develop a team of highly qualified procurement professionals.
Ensure adherence to Amazons global spend policy and driving compliance to Procurement policies and procedures.
Build effective stakeholder relationships - develop relationships with primary internal customers (local Ops leadership) external suppliers and other teams within respective market.
Drive effective delivery of metrics by leading / supporting projects and initiatives; identifying root cause of issues and corrective actions.
Assist with the development of new standards procedures and solutions for the procurement operations.
Partner with other procurement leaders and teams on local or regional projects and initiative.
Contribute to achievement of Procurements annual targets days of cover (optimal inventory levels) forecasting accuracy supply continuity and savings among others.
Scope roles recruit and hire according to business needs.
Mentor and develop employees for career enhancement and direction.
Regional procurement and/or supply chain management experience (e.g. logistics inventory turn management forecasting purchasing operations)
- Bachelors Degree or equivalent post-secondary qualification
Managing employees and performance.
Supplier Relationship Management (e.g. SLAs management performance/scorecarding)
ERP and procurement tools including Oracle Coupa and Ariba
Fluent in both spoken and written English (Common European Framework of Reference C2)
Master degree
Procurement and/or Supply Chain Management Certifications (e.g. CPIM CSCMP CIPS)
Experience with cost accounting
Lean / Six-Sigma knowledge
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover invent simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( to know more about how we collect use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
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.
Operations is at the heart of Amazon business. We are known for our speed accuracy and exceptional service. Our buildings deliver tens of thousands of products to hundreds of countries worldwide every this key role youll come help us exceed productivity goals and deliver against our customer promises. Our scale is expansive and our presence is growing. Our goal is simple: to offer the worlds greatest selection of products and services with the worlds best customer experience.
The role
At Amazon were working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there we need exceptionally talented bright and driven people. As a member of the EMEA Global Procurement Central Services (GPCS) you will be leading a regional team of procurement professionals supporting business teams across EU & UK in operations procurement related activities. This includes forecasting purchasing operations inventory management among others while ensuring adherence to Amazons global spend policy and compliance.
The role will be based in Barcelona or London with up to 15% traveling to other countries in EU NA and potentially LATAM.
Key job responsibilities
Lead and develop a team of highly qualified procurement professionals.
Ensure adherence to Amazons global spend policy and driving compliance to Procurement policies and procedures.
Build effective stakeholder relationships - develop relationships with primary internal customers (local Ops leadership) external suppliers and other teams within respective market.
Drive effective delivery of metrics by leading / supporting projects and initiatives; identifying root cause of issues and corrective actions.
Assist with the development of new standards procedures and solutions for the procurement operations.
Partner with other procurement leaders and teams on local or regional projects and initiative.
Contribute to achievement of Procurements annual targets days of cover (optimal inventory levels) forecasting accuracy supply continuity and savings among others.
Scope roles recruit and hire according to business needs.
Mentor and develop employees for career enhancement and direction.
Regional procurement and/or supply chain management experience (e.g. logistics inventory turn management forecasting purchasing operations)
- Bachelors Degree or equivalent post-secondary qualification
Managing employees and performance.
Supplier Relationship Management (e.g. SLAs management performance/scorecarding)
ERP and procurement tools including Oracle Coupa and Ariba
Fluent in both spoken and written English (Common European Framework of Reference C2)
Master degree
Procurement and/or Supply Chain Management Certifications (e.g. CPIM CSCMP CIPS)
Experience with cost accounting
Lean / Six-Sigma knowledge
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover invent simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( to know more about how we collect use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
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.
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