HW Commodity Procurement Specialist II, Amazon Leo Government

This HW Commodity Procurement Specialist II will be the driving force behind sourcing excellence and supplier compliance for hardware procurement programs transforming complex engineering requirements into qualified reliable and cost-effective supply chain solutions with the speed and precision needed to meet aggressive program timelines. As the critical link between engineering design teams and the supplier base this role ensures that every sourced component meets rigorous quality traceability and compliance standards while building a resilient and scalable supplier network that supports long-term program success.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated HW Commodity Procurement Specialist II to lead upstream sourcing activities supplier qualification and compliance management for hardware procurement programs. This role sits at the critical intersection of engineering requirements supplier management and procurement execution ensuring that sourcing strategies deliver qualified components on time within budget and in full compliance with applicable quality and traceability standards.
In this role you will serve as the primary sourcing point of contact between engineering teams commodity managers and the external supplier base translating hardware design specifications bill-of-materials requirements and component-level needs into executable sourcing strategies. You will be responsible for identifying evaluating and qualifying new suppliers managing approved vendor lists (AVLs) conducting supplier capability assessments and ensuring that all sourcing decisions support program milestones cost targets and supply chain resilience objectives.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment possesses strong knowledge of electronic mechanical and RF hardware commodities and has a proven ability to build productive supplier relationships while maintaining rigorous compliance and quality standards. You will own the upstream procurement lifecycle from requirements analysis through supplier qualification source selection and procurement readiness.

Key job responsibilities
Sourcing Strategy and Supplier Identification
Analyze engineering design specifications bills of materials and component requirements to develop sourcing strategies that balance cost quality lead time and supply chain resilience
Conduct market research and supplier landscape assessments to identify potential sources for electronic mechanical RF and specialty hardware components
Evaluate make-vs-buy decisions in partnership with engineering and commodity management teams
Develop and maintain commodity sourcing roadmaps aligned with program milestones and product lifecycle requirements
Identify long-lead-time components sole-source risks and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) concerns and develop proactive mitigation strategies

Security Clearance: This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance of TS/SCI.

A day in the life
Supplier Qualification and Onboarding
Lead the end-to-end supplier qualification process including capability assessments quality system evaluations financial health reviews and on-site audits
Manage the onboarding of new suppliers into procurement systems ensuring all required certifications representations and compliance documentation are collected and validated
Coordinate with engineering teams to conduct first article inspections (FAIs) sample evaluations and component qualification testing for new sources
Maintain and manage approved vendor lists (AVLs) ensuring supplier status is current and aligned with program requirements
Conduct Third Party Supplier Assessments (TPSAs) by coordinating required inputs from engineers and sourcing leads
Compliance and Documentation Management
Ensure all sourcing decisions and supplier selections comply with applicable quality traceability and anti-counterfeiting standards
Verify supplier certifications quality management system credentials (e.g. AS9100 ISO 9001) and industry-specific compliance documentation
Maintain auditable procurement records including supplier qualification files source selection documentation and compliance verification records
Coordinate with compliance and contracts teams to ensure proper flow-down of applicable requirements to suppliers and subcontractors
Monitor supplier compliance status and drive corrective actions when deficiencies are identified
Supplier Relationship and Performance Management
Build and maintain productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure alignment on quality expectations delivery commitments and continuous improvement objectives
Track and report on supplier performance metrics including on-time delivery quality defect rates responsiveness and corrective action closure rates
Conduct regular supplier business reviews and scorecards to drive accountability and performance improvement
Manage supplier escalations related to quality capacity or delivery concerns coordinating cross-functional resolution with engineering and commodity management teams
Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation dual-sourcing and strategic partnerships to improve cost competitiveness and supply chain resilience
Cross-Functional Coordination and Reporting
Coordinate daily with HW Commodity Specialists engineering teams and program managers to align sourcing activities with program schedules and engineering milestones
Provide regular sourcing status updates to leadership through written narratives dashboards and review meetings
Participate in procurement readiness reviews design reviews and program milestone assessments to ensure sourcing readiness
Collaborate with inventory management and order execution teams to ensure smooth handoff from sourcing qualification to purchase order placement
Contribute to continuous improvement of sourcing processes tools templates and standard operating procedures

- 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 in procurement supply chain inventory management contract management lease administration or operations
- Experience in strategic sourcing including vendor negotiations global contract management process improvement operational and financial analysis
- 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.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees supervisors and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees supervisors and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal state and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies exercise sound judgment effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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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 CA NORTHRIDGE - 79500.00 - 139100.00 USD annually

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