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How do you get items to customers quickly, cost-effectively, and—most importantly—safely, in less than an hour? And how do you do it in a way that can scale? Our teams of hundreds of scientists, engineers, aerospace professionals, and futurists have been working hard to do just that! We are delivering to customers, and are excited for what’s to come. Check out more information about Prime Air on the About Amazon blog (https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/transportation/amazon-prime-air-delivery-drone-reveal-photos).
If you are seeking an iterative environment where you can drive innovation, apply state-of-the-art technologies to solve real world delivery challenges, and provide benefits to customers, Prime Air is the place for you.
Come work on the Amazon Prime Air Team!
Prime Air is seeking an experienced Procurement Agent who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced and often ambiguous environment. You will have a record of being able to perform large scale processes and deliver results. You should have the ability to work under pressure, overcome obstacles and perform in changing environment.
Our Procurement Agent is responsible for managing complex procurement activities, strategic sourcing, and vendor relationships to ensure optimal value for the organization. This role requires advanced negotiation skills and deep understanding of supply chain management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute end-to-end procurement processes including PO placement, sourcing, bidding, negotiation, and contract management
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize cost savings and improve operational efficiency
• Manage supplier relationships and performance metrics
• Analyze market conditions and pricing trends to identify cost reduction opportunities
• Lead complex contract negotiations and ensure compliance with company policies
• Monitor and report on key procurement metrics and KPIs
• Mentor junior procurement team members

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
• 5+ years of procurement experience
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Proficient in procurement systems and MS Office Suite
• Experience with strategic sourcing and category management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certification (CPSM, CPM, or similar)
• Experience with e-procurement systems
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance requirements
• Project management experience
• Advanced degree or MBA

Key job responsibilities

• Generate purchasing requisitions according to forecasted needs
• Track and communicate delivery schedules with internal partners
• Monitor and mitigate overall risk for new launches
• Continuously work with the team to improve current processes
• Collaborate with suppliers, to ensure timely deliveries and quality compliance
• Proactively communicate risks and issues to key stakeholders and recommend mitigations
• Document and maintain records of procurement, order fulfillment, and transportation when applicable
• Day-to-day order management, including transactional issue resolution and critical information gathering regarding schedules, invoices, tracking info, etc.

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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of supply chain, forecasting, manufacturing, sourcing/procurement, or vendor management experience
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, and a practical, common sense approach to getting things done
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), including use of lookups and pivot tables
• Attention to details and willingness to roll up your sleeves to perform tactical activities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience as a buyer from a large scale environment
• Experience with procurement software such as Coupa or similar Procure-to-Pay system

• Demonstrated ability to independently solve ambiguous problems

• Demonstrated business communication skills - ability to interface with all levels of the organization

• Advanced data analysis skills; the ability to extract and synthesize data

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $103,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $181,400/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute end-to-end procurement processes including PO placement, sourcing, bidding, negotiation, and contract management
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize cost savings and improve operational efficiency
• Manage supplier relationships and performance metrics
• Analyze market conditions and pricing trends to identify cost reduction opportunities
• Lead complex contract negotiations and ensure compliance with company policies
• Monitor and report on key procurement metrics and KPIs
• Mentor junior procurement team member

Key job responsibilities

• Generate purchasing requisitions according to forecasted needs
• Track and communicate delivery schedules with internal partners
• Monitor and mitigate overall risk for new launches
• Continuously work with the team to improve current processes
• Collaborate with suppliers, to ensure timely deliveries and quality compliance
• Proactively communicate risks and issues to key stakeholders and recommend mitigations
• Document and maintain records of procurement, order fulfillment, and transportation when applicable
• Day-to-day order management, including transactional issue resolution and critical information gathering regarding schedules, invoices, tracking info, etc