Sr. Global Supply Manager - Optics, Optics

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.The Networking team is looking for a results-oriented Global Supply Manager for Optical Transceivers. This individual will own supply planning and manufacturing capacity management with key optics suppliers. They will partner with regional data center supply planning teams on forecast and will manage production planning with optics suppliers. Our Global Supply Managers are experts in planning, supply chain, and materials management. They play a pivotal role in supporting the explosive growth of AWS by ensuring continuity of supply.Key job responsibilities- Create and execute supply planning strategies to meet the category, department, project and customer needs- Prioritize activities and align with stakeholders to deliver supply globally with a high degree of predictability- Manage supplier relationships and allocation of material to demands based on priority- Manage and optimize production capacity over a 12 month+ horizon- Be a subject matter expert in the production process, lead time, and supply chain dependencies of your materials- Manage cross-functional projects against plans and objectives to meet commitments and goals- Identify and drive realization of opportunities for durable, relative advantage in your categoryA day in the lifeYou will be working closely with multiple optics suppliers to align production capacity to forecast, mitigate supply chain risks, optimize SKU mix in production, support regional data center planning teams with continuity of supply resolution. You will work closely with your Sourcing Manager counterpart and engineering to launch new optic platforms. In this role you will be executing to the technology roadmap and working to build a supply chain that will enable new technology and best in class supply chain performance.About the teamThe Networking team is made up of global category managers (GCM), global supply managers (GSM), and product lifecycle managers (PLM) who manage the broad base of networking suppliers and internal amazon initiatives that help build the AWS cloud. We drive supply continuity, cost optimization, and technology introduction for networking hardware. We are located throughout multiple regional hubs in the united states and work with suppliers and business partners globally. We are a mix of industry experts and those aspiring to grow our industry expertise. We all bring something valuable to the table from our unique backgrounds; we highlight and celebrate our diverse backgrounds and leverage them to our collective benefit as a team.Why 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, WA, Seattle - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually