Procurement Manager, Data Centers, Data Center Sourcing & Procurement

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global other words were 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 were looking for talented people who want to help.

Amazon is seeking a motivated and data-driven category manager to support the Americas data center construction space. The candidate should have strong supply chain and procurement skills engineering design architecture construction analytical and financial acumen and passion to dive-deep. Additionally candidate must have proven skills in managing large-scale supply chain and procurement improvement projects.
As a Procurement Manager you will create and implement sourcing strategies for at least one services category and collaborate with internal business partners and suppliers to drive efficiencies reduce risks and costs for Amazon. You will develop mechanisms and metrics to hold suppliers accountable for performance and delivery. You will drive results through methods that include competitive bidding negotiating and analyzing data and market trends for your category.
The ideal candidate thinks long term drives multiple initiatives communicates appropriately and influences customers and suppliers at all levels. You will be collaborative but also work with significant autonomy. To be successful in this role you will be highly analytical; think strategically and globally; exhibit curiosity and learning drive; have a sense of urgency to meet customer timelines succeed in a fast-paced environment; and have a high level of customer focus and business judgement. It will be critical to embrace and model Amazons Leadership Principles and have an entrepreneurial spirit.
A successful candidate will demonstrate:
Proven experience driving large-scale process improvements resulting in measurable value
High attention to detail including proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously
Ability to think strategically and execute methodically
Demonstrated ability to influence teams to adopt change utilizing smart technologies
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where ambiguity exists and continuous innovation is desired
Committed to learning and expanding professional and technical knowledge
Demonstrated analytical financial and quantitative skills and ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions and develop business cases
Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary; general manager / owner mentality
Demonstrated ability to dive deep in understanding the product our business and the competitive landscape
Ability to see ahead comprehensively and devise a strong plan of action and ensure execution happens on time every time
Ability to get things done and produce conclusive measurable results within time commitments
Strong influencing skills

A day in the life

As a Procurement Manager on the Data Center Construction Procurement team you will own the end-to-end commercial relationship with General Contractors (GCs) delivering AWS data centers. No two days look the same you might be negotiating a Guaranteed Maximum Price in the morning reviewing schedule recovery options with a project team at midday and evaluating GC proposals for a new campus RFP by close of business.

Day to day you will:

Drive competitive sourcing events develop RFP strategies evaluate contractor qualifications and lead award recommendations for some of the largest construction programs in the industry.
Negotiate and manage contracts structure contract amendments negotiate change orders and hold GCs accountable to cost schedule and safety commitments.
Partner cross-functionally work alongside Construction Design Legal Finance and Program Management to remove blockers align on delivery milestones and ensure data center capacity comes online on time.
Analyze cost and risk benchmark GC pricing identify cost-savings opportunities and flag commercial risks before they become schedule impacts.
Influence at scale develop procurement playbooks contract standards and lessons-learned that raise the bar across AWSs global data center portfolio.
You will support projects across multiple regions and have the opportunity to shape how AWS procures and delivers data center construction locally and globally.

About AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS)

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global infrastructure in other words were the people who keep the cloud running. We support every data center and all of the servers storage networking power and cooling equipment that give our customers continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain and were looking for talented people who want to help.

Youll join a diverse team of engineers supply chain specialists construction professionals security experts and operations managers. Youll collaborate across AWS to deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost. And youll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

About AWS
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About the team
About the team
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.
Amazon 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.
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 in the cloud.
Here at AWS its 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.
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.

- 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.

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 GA Atlanta - 79500.00 - 139100.00 USD annually
USA IL Chicago - 79500.00 - 139100.00 USD annually
USA TX Austin - 79500.00 - 139100.00 USD annually
USA UT Salt Lake City - 79500.00 - 139100.00 USD annually
USA VA Herndon - 79500.00 - 139100.00 USD annually
USA WA Seattle - 82700.00 - 139100.00 USD annually

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