Supply Chain Manager, Data Center Sourcing & Procurement
Herndon, VA - USA
Job Summary
Youll join a diverse team of software hardware and network engineers procurement managers supply chain specialists security experts and operations managers. Youll collaborate with people across AWS to deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers all within an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) works to deliver leading edge 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 powering thousands of businesses across more than 190 countries.
The Data Center Sourcing & Procurement (DCSP) team is seeking a results-oriented data-driven Supply Chain Manager to own sourcing and supply management for critical Long Lead Equipment (LLE) supporting AWS Data Center build projects across the Americas region. As a member of the DCSP Team you will manage the end-to-end supply chain for high-complexity long-lead electrical distribution systemsincluding Structural Mechanical and Electrical Long Lead Equipment. Your primary responsibility is to maintain unconstrained supply at AMER scale ensuring these critical equipment categories are available to support AWS Data Center construction schedules.
Key job responsibilities
Supply Chain Strategy & Execution
Develop and execute the global supply chain strategy for LLE delivering high-quality equipment solutions on time and at optimal costs
Manage end-to-end supply chain operations including supplier on-time delivery capacity planning logistics inventory management and lead time optimization
Align demand signals with supplier capacity to maintain unconstrained supply at AMER scale
Supplier Management & Performance
Maintain strategic supplier relationships for assigned categories
Manage supplier performance and allocate equipment to demands based on priority
Proactively identify and mitigate risks to ensure uninterrupted delivery of critical electrical systems
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Design Engineering Planning & Delivery DCSP teams and Delivery Management to support infrastructure product roadmap development
Collaborate with engineering product managers quality and demand planning teams on procurement decisions
Influence supplier and technology selection to provide maximum benefit to AWS
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
Drive standardization initiatives across programs to reduce complexity and improve efficiency
Identify and implement innovative supply chain technologies and best practices to enhance flexibility and resilience
Analytics & Decision Support
Develop predictive analytics models for demand forecasting and capacity planning
Create analytical reports that deliver actionable insights to business partners and stakeholders.
Support data-driven decision making for equipment procurement
About the team
Diverse Experiences
AWS 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.
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.
Inclusive Team Culture
AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas fresh perspectives and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.
Mentorship & 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.
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.
- 5 years of procurement supply chain inventory management contract management lease administration or operations experience
- 5 years of relevant strategic sourcing including vendor negotiations global contract management process improvement operational and financial analysis experience
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Engineering Finance or a related technical field
- Experience with data analysis tools such as Advanced Excel SQL Tableau Python
- Experience in global supply chain management managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced consumer electronics product company
- 4 years of program project product management or leading a product implementation process experience
- Masters degree in Business Administration Finance Economics Computer Science or a related field
- Experience in program project product management or leading a product implementation process
- Experience in data centers infrastructure service providers or related technology companies
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.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at VA Herndon - 79500.00 - 139100.00 USD annually
Required Experience:
Manager
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