Procurement Category Manager, Data Center Sourcing and Procurement (DCSP) at Amazon SZ South 3 GmbH

Mumbai, maharashtra, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement, Sourcing Strategies, Construction Services, Supplier Management, Cost Management, Data Analysis, Market Trends, Performance Metrics, Negotiation, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Process Improvement, Capacity Planning, Risk Management, Innovation, Vendor Negotiations, Global Contract Management

Industry

Software Development

Description

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 Infrastructure team provides AWS and Amazon.com with the compute, network and datacenter capacity that are the foundations of the retail and cloud business. We are seeking a Procurement professional to support the APAC data center procurement space in India. As a Procurement Category Manager, you will create and implement sourcing strategies for complex construction services categories and collaborate with internal business partners and suppliers to reduce risks and costs for Amazon. You will develop mechanisms and metrics to hold suppliers accountable for performance and delivery. Additionally, you will drive results through methods that include competitive bidding, negotiating, and analyzing data and market trends for your category. You will also create global Procurement processes and tools to drive innovation across teams. Key job responsibilities •Lead the construction OSA (off-site assembly)/pre-fabrication procurement strategy and activities for India and APAC Region •Own supplier sourcing, facility audits, capacity planning and cost management for the OSA/ Pre-Fab initiatives •Provide in-depth knowledge about the supply market and supplier capabilities, technically and geographically, to the business. •Understand trends in customers’ needs and concerns across categories and regions to influence customers’ priorities •Analyze category data and metrics to establish and implement procurement category strategies •Drive regional initiatives and programs across the construction procurement team •Develop mechanisms and metrics to track supplier performance related to delivery, quality, and cost •Lead business reviews to discuss best practices and issues and to ultimately improve supplier performance and strengthen business partnerships •Innovate within the procurement space, automating and/or improving tools or processes to better support the Procurement Lifecycle •Some travel may be required, up to 25%. About the team Diverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the 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. Why AWS? Amazon 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. Inclusive Team Culture Here 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 (diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Mentorship & Career Growth We’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 Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud. Basic Qualifications: - 5+ years of relevant strategic sourcing including vendor negotiations, global contract management, process improvement, operational and financial analysis experience - Experience working effectively across cross-functional teams and partnering well with people at all levels within an organization, including coaching of junior staff - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related technical field - Experience in global supply chain management, managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced consumer electronics product company - Experience in product or program management, product marketing, business development or technology Preferred Qualifications: - Master's 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 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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations [https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations] for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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Responsibilities

As a Procurement Category Manager, you will create and implement sourcing strategies for complex construction services categories while collaborating with internal business partners and suppliers. You will also develop mechanisms and metrics to hold suppliers accountable for performance and delivery.