Sr. Global Category Manager, Amazon Web Services (AWS) Power and Cooling (PAC) Procurement and Supply Chain

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re 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 we’re looking for talented people who want to help. You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll 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 you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.This position is located in Austin TX.Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a highly reliable, scalable, and low-cost cloud platform that powers thousands of businesses in over 190 countries. AWS Infrastructure Service (AIS) organization works to deliver cutting-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. Come join our team and be a part of history as we deliver results for the largest cloud services company on Earth! The AIS Power & Cooling team is looking for a results-oriented individual to own sourcing and supply management for Data Center Power & Cooling Equipment. Our Category Managers are experts in their industries who deliver the supply that helps drive the explosive growth of AWS. As a member of the Power and Cooling Procurement Team, you will manage the end-to-end global sourcing and supply chain for one or more of the categories that reside within the Power and Cooling Equipment space supporting AWS Data Center build projects. This role's primary responsibility is to maintain unconstrained supply on a global scale for the responsible categories and work with our internal customers and business partners to understand demand signals and drive the appropriate supply strategies to deliver continuity of supply. This has to be achieved while enabling procurement with low cost structure and flexibility in adapting to volatile demand.Key job responsibilities - Develop, implement, and manages sourcing and supply chain strategies on a global scale - Drive the strategic aspects of large complex cross-functional projects - Develop and maintain supplier capacity modeling - Understand demand inputs and position supply to support unconstrained growth at AWS scale in both the short-term and long-term horizons - Engage with global supply chain counterparts to drive leading supply chain practices and initiatives- Partner with engineering teams to drive NPI initiatives and value-engineering initiatives. - Drive innovation through the supply chain and influence industry practices - Develop analytical reports to deliver information to business partners and stakeholders that support improved decision making - Manage supplier lead times and drive them to meet AWS business requirements - Manage supplier performance and allocation of material to demands based on priority - Be a subject matter expert for the customers, technologies, and markets in which you engage - Manage cross-functional projects against plans and objectives to meet commitments and goals - Identify and drive realization of opportunities for sustainable, scalable, relative advantage in your category - Requires travel up to 20% of the yearA day in the lifeEach day you will interact with external supply base and different internal teams responsible for engineering, product development, finance, integration, and operation of these complex technology programs. You prioritize your activities to support data center product development and delivery, identify and resolve problems and blockers, and focus on the actions that are most impactful for business success.About the teamWhy AWSAmazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.Diverse ExperiencesAmazon 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, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.Work/Life BalanceWe 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, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, it’s 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 GrowthWe’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.Basic qualifications- 2+ years of program, project or product management, or leading product implementation experience- 6+ years of related industry experience- 8+ years of data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent experience- 8+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field- Experience in data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent- Experience in high-volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments- Experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies- Experience in global supply chain management, managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced consumer electronics product company- Experience in program, project or product management, or leading product implementationPreferred qualification - Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field- Experience in data centers, infrastructure service providers, or related technology companies- Experience in negotiations with global suppliers with a proven track record in cost reduction- Experience in procurement practices working with engineering, supply chain and Tier 1 OEM partners- Experience practicing best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, or equivalent)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 you’re applying in isn’t 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 .USA, TX, Austin - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually